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For sale by owner
  • $240,000

    5711 SW 2nd St, Des Moines, IA 50315

    3beds
    1,439sqft
    : 
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1920
    55 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $167/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Huge drivewayEnclosed front porchEnclosed rear porchNewer windowsNew roofBonus roomLots of storage
    New roof June 2024!!! Quaint 1 1/2 story in quiet southside neighborhood close to multiple schools in the area. Enclosed front porch with access to main living area and possibility of separate entrance to potential hairdresser's salon! Room hosts exhaust fan for removing all the hair dying, perming, and styling fumes! Large living room, separate dining area off kitchen and enclosed rear porch. Home includes fridge, stove, DISHWASHER, and washer/dryer. Finished 1/2 story with lots of storage, lower level has 300 sq ft finished with partial bath and 2 exterior exits. Bonus room in lower level has maximum storage it with shelving AND cupboards making a convenient "canning" type room. Newer windows thru front portion of home, seller will include contact information to contractor who installed the windows in the event the buyer would like to replace other windows as well at a discount. Walk out onto the patio and notice the - 3 car detached garage with 2 roll up doors. The 24x24 and 16x24 allow for many different useages! The large side is insulated and includes a furnace for anyone wanting to make a work ship out of it! **Bonus bathroom** conveniently located between the two garages with exterior door adjacent to driveway. (Think of an old time gas station where the bathroom was on the side of the building) Perfect for those mechanics to wash up in prior to reentering the family home. Safety and security will be a breeze with 7 security cameras located around the home, buyer to transfer system monitoring into their name upon purchase. The fully fenced back yard is perfect for keeping children or pets safely contained for peace of mind. Huge driveway able to fit 4 vehicles in PLUS both Wall Ave and SW 2nd have parking on the homes side of the street. Wonderful for those big family gatherings! Don't miss this opportunity to relocate to a wonderful home, nestled between great neighbors and an ideal location on the south side of our capital city just 8 minutes from downtown!
    What the owner loves about this home
    The neighbors are amazing and super friendly. The location is highly convenient for shopping in either direction, se 14 the or fluer Dr. The top level is almost sound proof from the main level with the door closed. Home includes 7 home security cameras for added safety and monitoring.
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    (515) 300-5688

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced air, Gas
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    Features
    • Flooring: Carpet, Concrete, Hardwood, Laminate, Linoleum / Vinyl
    • Basement: Partially finished
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,439 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Garage - Detached, On-street
    Features
    • Exterior features: Other
    Lot
    • Size: 55 Square Feet
    Details
    • Parcel number: 12005638000000

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    Materials
    • Other
    • Foundation: Concrete
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1920

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Des Moines

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $167/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $183,400
    • Annual tax amount: $3,608
    • Date on market: 7/28/2025
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