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Sold for $205,000 on 04/18/25
  • $205,000

    5111 Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310

    3beds
    872sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1972
    8,973.36 Square Feet Lot
    $205,100 Zestimate®
    $235/sqft
    $1,578 Estimated rent

    What's special

    This is your chance to own a solid home with tons of potential at an unbeatable price. Motivated Seller + New Price! Retro Charm Meets Modern Comfort Near Beaverdale Step into this spacious 1970s split-foyer home, enjoyed by the same family for over 36 years! Major updates are already done, including a new HVAC system, roof, gutters, remodeled bathroom, updated electrical, fresh paint, water heater, and water softener—giving you peace of mind from day one. All appliances are included. The home retains its original character with a groovy red wood-burning fireplace and a built-in bar area—perfect for entertaining. The fully fenced backyard offers plenty of space to relax, and the newer two-car garage plus extra parking make hosting easy. Don’t let the carpet and countertops hold you back! A new carpet estimate from Nebraska Furniture Mart is just $5,000, and new countertops around $800—simple updates that could instantly elevate this home and add value. Bring your offers and schedule your showing today!

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: April 25, 2025 at 07:20am

    Listed by:

    Nicole Williams (515)778-8088,

    Platinum Realty LLC

    Bought with:

    Neil Seales

    Baxter Real Estate Agency

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 709195MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
    Features
    • Wet Bar, Dining Area, Window Treatments
    • Flooring: Carpet
    • Basement: Finished
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Fireplace Screen
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 872
    • Total interior livable area: 872 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 700

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
    • Garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Levels: Multi/Split
    • Patio & porch: Deck
    • Exterior features: Deck, Fully Fenced
    • Fencing: Chain Link,Full
    Lot
    • Size: 8,973 sqft
    • Dimensions: 56 x 160
    • Features: Rectangular Lot
    Details
    • Parcel number: 10000815001000
    • Zoning: Res

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern,Split-Foyer
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Foundation: Poured
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1972

    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
    • Road surface type: Concrete
    Services availability
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