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$525,000
14 Days On Site

213 42nd Street
Des Moines, IA 50312

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
3
Beds
3
Total Baths
1
Full Bath
2
Partial Baths
1,540
SqFt
$341
/SqFt
1941
Built
County:
Polk
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Welcome home to this beautiful South of Grand property that blends classic charm with major, thoughtful updates throughout. Gorgeous hardwood floors, great natural light, and a warm, inviting layout make this home feel special from the moment you walk in. The main level features two bedrooms plus a spacious primary suite addition complete with a newly added prmary bathroom and walk-in closet. The kitchen has been beautifully remodeled, offering an updated space that still fits the character of the home. The finished basement adds even more usable living space, including a second living area a 3/4 bath and egress window making it easy to add a 4th bedroom or keep as flex space. The sellers have invested extensively in the home over the years, including a new roof, sewer line replacement, radon mitigation system, kitchen remodel, basement remodel, foundation reinforcement and waterproofing, furnace and A/C replacement, exterior paint, updated windows and front door, remodeled bathrooms, improved insulation, drainage work, deck/patio updates, fencing, and the stunning 2024 primary suite renovation. Located in one of Des Moines' most desirable neighborhoods, this South of Grand home offers character, location, and the peace of mind that comes with over $240,000 in improvements.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$525,000
Days On Site 
14 Days
Bedrooms 
3
Inside Area (SqFt) 
1,540 sqft
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
1
Partial Baths 
2
Lot Size 
0.205 Acres
Year Built 
1941
MLS® Number 
740516
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$6,334
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
yesterdayStatus changed to Active
yesterdayListing updated with changes from the MLS®
2 weeks agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.205
Attached Garage 
Yes
Foundation 
Brick/Mortar
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
1
Parking 
AttachedGarage
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
SqFt Below 
900
SqFt Total 
1540
Style 
Bungalow, Ranch
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
Res
Interior Features
Appliances 
CooktopDryerDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Basement 
Finished
Cooling 
Central Air
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplaces 
2
Flooring 
HardwoodTile
Heating 
Natural GasForced Air
Main Level Bedrooms 
3
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Wood Siding
Lot Features 
Rectangular Lot
Patio And Porch 
Patio
Roof 
AsphaltShingle
Community Features
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventionalFHAVA Loan
MLS Area 
Des Moines West
Roads 
Concrete
School District 
Des Moines Independent
Schools
School District
Des Moines Independent
Elementary School
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
Unknown
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Last checked: 2026-05-26 10:57 AM UTC

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