Charming Brick Bungalow – Seller Financing Available!
Welcome to 3948 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50313—a cozy 2-bedroom brick home in an Invest DSM neighborhood, offering both charm and modern updates!
Step inside to find a heated, enclosed front porch, perfect for year-round enjoyment. The spacious open dining and living area features original hardwood floors, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. With newer windows throughout the home and porch, plus a freshly painted interior, this home is move-in ready. A shower stall in the basement adds extra convenience.
Outside, enjoy a 20x22 detached garage with additional parking for two more cars—a rare find!
Seller financing available—own this home without the hassle of bank approvals!
Sold for $185,000 on 06/04/25
$185,000
3948 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50313
2beds
875sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1916
6,621.12 Square Feet Lot
$185,300 Zestimate®
$211/sqft
$1,196 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 17, 2025 at 08:43am
Listed by:
Matt Young matt@myrealtyia.com,
Agency Iowa
Bought with:
Misty Darling
BH&G Real Estate Innovations
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 714589
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 875
- Total interior livable area: 875 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- Exterior features: Patio
Lot
- Size: 6,621 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 x 132
Details
- Parcel number: 07002659000000
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1916
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Contract,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Services availability
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$185,300
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$189,006