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$539,900
63 Days On Site

648 56th Street
Des Moines, IA 50312

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
3
Beds
2
Total Baths
2
Partial Baths
2,181
SqFt
$248
/SqFt
1953
Built
County:
Polk
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Located in the historic Waterbury neighborhood, this meticulously maintained 3-bedroom, 1.5-story home has been lovingly cared for by its original owner. Featuring numerous recent updates, including a newer roof, furnace, air conditioning, deck, interior paint, and more, this home is truly move-in ready. The main level offers plenty of space to live and entertain, featuring a spacious formal sitting area, dining room, oversized living room, kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom. Upstairs, you’ll find two generously sized bedrooms and an additional bathroom, providing plenty of room for family and guests. The finished lower level adds even more living space with a comfortable family room featuring new carpet—perfect for movie nights, a play area, or relaxing. Outside, enjoy the beautifully landscaped, fully fenced backyard and deck, offering a private setting for entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying Iowa summers. A well-maintained home in one of Des Moines’ most desirable historic neighborhoods, with space, updates, character, and location—all in one package. This is the one you’ve been waiting for in the heart of Des Moines!

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$539,900
Days On Site 
63 Days
Bedrooms 
3
Inside Area (SqFt) 
2,181 sqft
Total Baths 
2
Full Baths 
N/A
Partial Baths 
2
Lot Size 
0.203 Acres
Year Built 
1953
MLS® Number 
746960
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$9,724
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
2 months agoListing first seen on site
2 months agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
General Features
Acres 
0.203
Attached Garage 
Yes
Foundation 
Block
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Levels 
One and One Half
Parking 
AttachedGarage
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Security 
Smoke Detector(s)
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Below 
500
SqFt Total 
2181
Style 
One And One Half Story
Utilities 
Cable Available
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
RES
Interior Features
Appliances 
CooktopDryerDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Basement 
Partially Finished
Cooling 
Central Air
Flooring 
CarpetHardwoodTile
Heating 
Natural GasForced Air
Interior 
Eat-in Kitchen
Main Level Bedrooms 
1
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Brick
Fencing 
VinylWood
Lot Features 
Rectangular Lot
Patio And Porch 
DeckPatio
Roof 
AsphaltShingle
Community Features
MLS Area 
Des Moines West
School District 
Des Moines Independent
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventionalFHAVA Loan
Roads 
Concrete
Schools
School District
Des Moines Independent
Elementary School
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
Unknown
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Last checked: 2026-10-12 05:36 PM UTC

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