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409 Sw 42Nd Street, Des Moines, IA 50312

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,421 Sq Ft

Youll love this beautifully updated South of Grand turnkey ranch! A new driveway, retaining walls, exterior paint, roof & lovely curb appeal w/ mature landscaping welcome you home. Inside you're greeted by newly refinished hardwood floors, large windows & a spacious floor plan. The living room opens to the dining room w/ slider access to the new composite deck w/ aluminum handrails, new paver patio & charming backyard. A 2nd sunken living area offers another family hangout, playroom or flex space w/ 2nd slider access to the deck. The renovated kitchen features stunning tile floors, new upper cabinets & butcher block counters. The generous-sized primary en-suite w/ hardwood floors has a 3/4 bath and walk-in closet. 2 additional bedrooms & a top-to-bottom renovated full bath w/ tile tub surround, tile flooring, new vanity & toilet complete the main level. The updated lower level offers great extra family living space, play room, or office. A laundry area w/ sink & plenty of room for storage finish lower level. Outside enjoy summer evenings in your mostly fenced backyard w/ updated landscaping & retaining walls. Updates galore, including active radon mitigation system & custom blackout blinds in all bedrooms & bathrooms. See feature sheet for full list of updates. All information obtained from seller and public records.

  • MLS# 649259
  • Date Listed04/08/2022
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathrooms 1 Full baths, 1 Three Quarter baths
  • Lot Size 0.29 acres (12,800 sq. ft)
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Property Type Single Family
  • County Polk
  • Year Built 1955
  • Water Public
  • Square Feet 1,421 sq. ft
  • Price Per Sq. Ft $225.19

Interior Features

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

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Roof Asphalt, Shingle
  • Lot Size Acres 0.29
  • Lot Size SQFT 12,800.00
  • Lot Features Rectangular Lot

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount $5,794
  • Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Nearby Schools

Source: School Digger

Sales & Tax History

Source: Public Records

Population & Environment

Source: Sperling's Best Places

Walkability in IA / 50312

Source: Walkscore

10/100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score ®

55/100

Bikable

Bike Score ®

Overview

Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Some bike infrastructure.

Transit Summary

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


Walkability averages in the surrounding area

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 36/100, Transit Score: 21/100, Bike Score: 38/100.

Frequently Asked Questions for 409 SW 42nd Street

Source: Realty.com

409 SW 42nd Street, Des Moines, IA 50312 is a Single Family 1,421 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 28 photos available of this 3 bed, 2 bath house, listed at $320,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com

Realty.com has 28 photos of 409 SW 42nd Street.

Our records indicate that 409 SW 42nd Street was built in 1955.

The full address for this home is 409 SW 42nd Street, Des Moines, IA 50312.

409 SW 42nd Street has been listed on Realty.com since Fri April 08, 2022

Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Some bike infrastructure.

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 36/100, Transit Score: 21/100, Bike Score: 38/100.

There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 409 SW 42nd Street. Jessie Franklin Taylor Education Center (Grades: PK - PK), Merrill Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Roosevelt High School (Grades: 9 - 12)

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