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1214 42Nd Street, Des Moines, IA 50311

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3 Beds
2 Baths
2,588 Sq Ft

Nearly 2600 sq ft of living space in this beautiful Craftsman style home. Great location in the Waveland Park neighborhood and within walking distance to restaurants and shopping. Sit on your enclosed front porch in the mornings enjoying coffee while taking in the beauty of the well kept homes along this street. The huge open kitchen in this home and full master suite with private balcony offer modern day conveniences. While the original woodwork, french doors, fireplace and built-ins give it the historic charm and character everyone is looking for! A two car detached garage with plenty of parking is an added bonus. The privacy fence and back deck/patio area offer a fantastic back yard oasis for entertaining or simply unwinding at the end of the day. Hurry to check out all this home has to offer in this very desirable neighborhood!

Listing By: Kyle Clarkson - Century 21 Signature iadmaar Realty.com
  • MLS# 569702
  • Date Listed09/19/2018
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathrooms 1 Full baths, 1 Three Quarter baths
  • Lot Size 0.23 acres (10,125 sq. ft)
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Property Type Single Family
  • County Polk
  • Year Built 1916
  • Water Public
  • Square Feet 2,588 sq. ft
  • Price Per Sq. Ft $104.29

Interior Features

  • Appliances Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring Hardwood, Tile
  • Cooling Central Air
  • Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Roof Asphalt, Shingle
  • Lot Size Acres 0.23
  • Lot Size SQFT 10,125.00
  • Lot Features Rectangular Lot

Directions

Take I-235 W to 42nd St in Des Moines. Take exit 5B from I-235 W. Turn right onto 42nd St. Destination will be on the left.

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount $6,124
  • Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Nearby Schools

Source: School Digger

Jessie Franklin Taylor Education Center

Public • PK - PK • Serves this home

2.76 mi

Distance

Woodlawn Early Childhood Center

Public • PK - PK

3.12 mi

Distance

Merrill Middle School

Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home

2.39 mi

Distance

Meredith Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

2.94 mi

Distance

Central Academy

Public • 7 - 12

3.34 mi

Distance

Des Moines Public Schools - Virtual Campus

Public • 6 - 12

3.34 mi

Distance

Roosevelt High School

Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home

1.16 mi

Distance

Des Moines Central Campus High School

Public • 9 - 12

3.34 mi

Distance

Hoover High School

Public • 9 - 12

3.93 mi

Distance

Sales & Tax History

Source: Public Records

Population & Environment

Source: Sperling's Best Places

Walkability in IA / 50311

Source: Walkscore

62/100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score ®

36/100

Some Transit

Transit Score ®

47/100

Bikable

Bike Score ®

Overview

Some errands can be accomplished on foot. A few nearby public transportation options. Minimal bike infrastructure.

Transit Summary

4 nearby routes: 4 bus, 0 rail, 0 other

Walkability averages in the surrounding area

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 40/100, Transit Score: 21/100, Bike Score: 40/100.

Points of Interest near 1214 42nd Street, Des Moines, IA 50311

Frequently Asked Questions for 1214 42nd Street

Source: Realty.com

1214 42nd Street, Des Moines, IA 50311 is a Single Family 2,588 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 22 photos available of this 3 bed, 2 bath house, listed at $269,900. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com

Realty.com has 22 photos of 1214 42nd Street.

Our records indicate that 1214 42nd Street was built in 1916.

The full address for this home is 1214 42nd Street, Des Moines, IA 50311.

1214 42nd Street has been listed on Realty.com since Wed September 19, 2018

Some errands can be accomplished on foot. A few nearby public transportation options. Minimal bike infrastructure.

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 40/100, Transit Score: 21/100, Bike Score: 40/100.

There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 1214 42nd Street. Jessie Franklin Taylor Education Center (Grades: PK - PK), Merrill Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Roosevelt High School (Grades: 9 - 12)

Listing provided courtesy of: Century 21 Signature (tel: 515-224-4002)
Listing agent: Kyle Clarkson (tel: 515-554-2249) (#7123)

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