Welcome to this lovely maintained one owner home, built in 1977 and nestled on over a half-acre private lot with mature trees. Pride of ownership shows throughout, with thoughtful care given over the years. The main floor features a cozy wood burning fireplace, creating a warm gathering space. A partially finished basement offers additional living potential, complete with a full bathroom, main room, and office space. With solid bones and plenty of character, this home is ready for its next owner to add finishing touches and make it their own retreat. This home is conveniently located near local businesses and everyday amenities. Double pane windows replaced 2006; furnace & AC 2007; garage roof 2020; water heater 2022.
Sold for $230,500 on 10/23/25
Zestimate®
$230,500
3914 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
3beds
1,066sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1977
0.64 Acres Lot
$230,500 Zestimate®
$216/sqft
$1,478 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 23, 2025 at 12:18pm
Listed by:
Pennie Carroll (515)490-8025,
Pennie Carroll & Associates
Bought with:
Pennie Carroll
Pennie Carroll & Associates
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 727252
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Fireplace Screen
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,066
- Total interior livable area: 1,066 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Patio
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 0.64 Acres
- Dimensions: 82 x 340
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 06000103004001
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1977
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete