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Sold for $334,000 on 09/29/25
  • $334,000

    4131 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

    4beds
    1,206sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1939
    7,666.56 Square Feet Lot
    $332,500 Zestimate®
    $277/sqft
    $1,835 Estimated rent

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    What's special

    This beautifully updated brick Cape Cod blends Beaverdale charm with thoughtful modern upgrades. Featuring 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms across three finished levels, this home offers over 2,000 sq ft of versatile living space. Step inside to find refinished hardwood floors, freshly textured ceilings, and abundant natural light enhanced by new recessed lighting. The main floor boasts a formal dining room, inviting living room with a new mantel, and a stunning four-season porch perfect for relaxing year-round. The fully remodeled kitchen (2023) showcases new countertops, appliances, and hardwood flooring, while the bathrooms have all been tastefully renovated (2022–23) with updated vanities, tile, fixtures, and finishes. Upstairs you’ll find two generously sized bedrooms filled with natural light and a full bath. The finished lower level (2023) extends the living space with a large family room and a private guest suite complete with its own bedroom and bathroom — ideal for visitors, a teen retreat, or a home office. Every detail has been updated, including fresh paint throughout the home (2020–25), new window treatments, stylish light fixtures, fans, and sconces. Outside, enjoy a newly added flagstone patio (2022), perfect for entertaining, along with a two-car detached garage. Conveniently located just three doors down from Perkins Elementary, this move-in ready home combines character, comfort, and modern living. Make sure to request a copy of the full list of updates!

    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: October 30, 2025 at 10:45am

    Listed by:

    Patrick Elbert (515)443-3335,

    Realty ONE Group Impact

    Bought with:

    Beth Ernst

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 724557MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
    Features
    • Separate/Formal Dining Room
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
    • Basement: Egress Windows,Finished
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,206
    • Total interior livable area: 1,206 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 500

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
    • Garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Levels: One and One Half
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Open, Patio
    • Exterior features: Patio
    Lot
    • Size: 7,666 sqft
    • Dimensions: 49 x 153
    Details
    • Parcel number: 10005658001000
    • Zoning: R1-60

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: One and One Half Story
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1939

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Des Moines

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
    • Road surface type: Concrete
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