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$980,000
2 Days On Site

5740 Walnut Hill Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50312

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
4
Beds
3
Total Baths
1
Full Bath
2
Partial Baths
2,536
SqFt
$386
/SqFt
1997
Built
County:
Polk
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Luxury is effortless when every detail has already been addressed. Nestled among mature trees in the heart of Waterbury, this extensively remodeled home (2016–2025) offers over 3,300 finished square feet designed for comfort and connection. More than beautiful finishes, 5740 Walnut Hill delivers a lifestyle. Five distinct gathering spaces allow the home to feel warm and intimate for everyday living while easily accommodating holidays and guests. Two interior fireplaces add comfort and ambiance throughout the year. The chef-inspired kitchen features Sub-Zero refrigeration, wine fridge, KitchenAid professional gas range, Wolf steamer, warming drawer, dual sinks, butcher block and Cambria quartz surfaces, plus a 9' x 6' island built for gathering and entertaining. Outdoor living shines with four separate gathering areas, including a screened composite deck with fireplace, open-air deck, patio, and fire pit. Recent improvements include a new roof (2026), sewer line descaling (2026), sealed sump pump (2025), radon mitigation (2024), furnace (2024), ejector pump motor (2023), electrical expansion, added insulation, and extensive remodeling throughout. Flexible spaces offer options for a home office, guest suite, fitness area, or additional bedroom. Located in the heart of Waterbury, this move-in-ready home is designed for gathering, entertaining, and living well from day one.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$980,000
Days On Site 
2 Days
Bedrooms 
4
Inside Area (SqFt) 
2,536 sqft
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
1
Partial Baths 
2
Lot Size 
0.377 Acres
Year Built 
1997
MLS® Number 
743809
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$16,134
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
2 days agoListing first seen on site
2 days agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
General Features
Acres 
0.377
Attached Garage 
Yes
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Parking 
AttachedGarage
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Security 
Smoke Detector(s)Fire Alarm
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Below 
800
SqFt Total 
2536
Style 
Ranch
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
N1B
Interior Features
Appliances 
CooktopDryerDishwasherFreezerRefrigeratorWasher
Basement 
FinishedWalk-Out Access
Cooling 
Central Air
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Gas
Fireplaces 
3
Flooring 
HardwoodTile
Heating 
Natural GasForced Air
Interior 
Central VacuumEat-in Kitchen
Laundry Features 
Main Level
Main Level Bedrooms 
2
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Exterior Features
Exterior 
Fire PitStorage
Fencing 
Wood
Lot Features 
Rectangular Lot
Other Structures 
Storage
Patio And Porch 
DeckPorchPatioCoveredScreened
Roof 
AsphaltShingle
Community Features
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventional
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
Listing courtesy of Iowa Realty Mills Crossing



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Last checked: 2026-06-26 11:59 PM UTC

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