3225 Terrace Drive

Des Moines, IA 50312

South of Grand home in the Greenwood Historic District originally built in 1935, remodeled by architect Karl J Winkler for his personal home in 1965, and featured in American Home in 1967. Home has been carefully maintained thru the years to keep old character such as the glass porch light which was reportedly sculpted by the architect’s sister and the built-in hutch with gorgeous stained glass in the hall. So much natural light enters thru the quality Marvin windows that are throughout the upper 2 levels of the home. Main level has foyer with storage, ½ bath, huge family room with wood burning fireplace & new carpet which opens to the deck, large dining rm that opens to the deck. Fabulous kitchen has 2 sinks, soft close drawers, under cabinet lighting, & all appliances included. Gorgeous iron open railing and hardwood stairs w/ new carpet runner leading to 3 bedrooms on 2nd level all with hardwood floors. Guest bath 2nd level has new flooring. Large primary suite has 2 closets (one walk-in) & tile shower. Lower level has large family room, 4th bedroom, ½ bath w /new LVP, large laundry rm and lots of storage. Seller also had 5 ft of sewer line replaced, added new blinds 2nd level & updated security wiring, panel & sensors. Large basement storage rm walks out to the backyard to store mower, bikes, etc. Wrap around deck provides hilltop views of trees & wildlife. Winkler’s framed sketches of home included & displayed in family room.

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