# 1000 56th Street, Des Moines, IA 50311 > **TL;DR:** 6bd/4ba single family, $724,649 ($228/sqft), built 1967, 3,178 sqft. > Fireplace, A/C, 2-car garage. Est. $3,875/mo. Listed 258 days. ## Property at a Glance | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | Price | $724,649 | | Price/sqft | $228 | | Bedrooms | 6 | | Bathrooms | 2 full, 1 half | | Square Feet | 3,178 | | Year Built | 1967 | | Lot Size | 72,745 sqft (1.67 acres) | | Stories | 2 | | Garage | 2-car | | Property Type | Single Family (Other) | | Status | Active | | Days on Market | 258 | ## Estimated Monthly Costs | Category | Amount | |----------|--------| | Principal & Interest (20% down, 30-year at 6.5%) | $3,664 | | Estimated Insurance | $211 | | **Total** | **$3,875** | ## Key Amenities - Fireplace - A/C - 2-car garage ## Property Highlights - Built in 1967 - 1.67 acre lot - 2 stories - Fireplace ## Description ### Agent Description Situated on two parcels totaling 1.67 acres, this remarkable in-town acreage has been lovingly maintained by a one-owner family since 1967. This architectural gem was honored as Architectural Digest House of the Year and featured in Better Homes & Gardens. Rare opportunity to own this distinctive, custom-designed, award-winning home by Bloodgood Architects and built by Dean Paulsen & Sons, a respected multi-generation builder in Greater Des Moines. Intentionally oriented to the southeast to complement the natural surroundings, the home blends seamlessly with its serene setting. A private lane leads to sprawling, park-like grounds beneath a canopy of mature oaks, offering stunning views of Waveland Golf Course and meadow, with abundant wildlife. Designed for entertaining, this meticulously cared-for retreat offers exceptional privacy while remaining conveniently close to downtown and interstate access. The home features five levels, six bedrooms, four bathrooms, and a heated two-car garage. Recent updates include a new roof and deck (2025) and two HVAC systems with humidifier (Dec 2021). Interior highlights include cathedral and soaring ceilings with oversized windows, complete with transoms, open layout, expansive family room, dramatic loft retreat, two fireplaces, double pocket doors, four skylights, security system, impressive storage and workshop located in lowest level, custom landscaping, a 25x40 deck, generous parking, and a 10x16 garden shed. ## Location - **Address:** 1000 56th Street, Des Moines, IA 50311 - **County:** Polk - **Coordinates:** 41.595686, -93.694861 - **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=41.595686,-93.694861 ## Virtual Tour & Media - **Video Tour:** https://mosaics-media.com/1000-56th-St/idx ## Listing Agent - **Name:** Julie Moore - **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Real Estate Group - **Broker Phone:** (515) 279-6700 - **Listing URL:** [View original listing](https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/1000-56th-St_Des-Moines_IA_50311_M71662-62023?f=listhub&s=DMAARIA&m=734669&c=propsimple) ## Photos ![1000 56th Street - Photo 1](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f3440944825r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 2](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f3135615202r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 3](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f2940463849r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 4](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f1778312379r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 5](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f2312930288r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 6](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f3440944825r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 7](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f2826334738r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 8](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f884690279r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 9](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f561756792r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 10](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f3432366480r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 11](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f2264571060r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 12](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f64844500r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 13](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f99920881r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 14](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f77381175r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 15](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f2509461284r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 16](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f3374270451r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 17](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f3988597529r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 18](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f4040561877r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 19](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f1849692665r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 20](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f818757428r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 21](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f1096037086r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 22](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f3139117507r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 23](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f2420708040r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 24](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f3845912003r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 25](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f2569911560r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 26](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f4217755310r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 27](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f192307248r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 28](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f2020100965r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 29](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f2926535028r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 30](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f4178787410r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 31](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f3108253871r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 32](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f4261211552r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 33](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f3516420829r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 34](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f3485479732r.jpg) ![1000 56th Street - Photo 35](http://lh.rdcpix.com/69aee809a289c93b06aa6482092af4bel-f1900347772r.jpg) --- **MLS#:** 734669 | **Updated:** 2026-10-28 **Source:** listhub *Copyright © 2026 Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.* [View on PropertySimple](https://staging.propertysimple.ai/listing/1000-56th-street-des-moines-ia-50311-c96ee9e1b5514091899f84df0c6b3e52) --- ## Structured Data ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "RealEstateListing", "@id": "https://staging.propertysimple.ai/listing/1000-56th-street-des-moines-ia-50311-c96ee9e1b5514091899f84df0c6b3e52#listing", "url": "https://staging.propertysimple.ai/listing/1000-56th-street-des-moines-ia-50311-c96ee9e1b5514091899f84df0c6b3e52", "name": "1000 56th Street, Des Moines, IA 50311", "description": "Situated on two parcels totaling 1.67 acres, this remarkable in-town acreage has been lovingly maintained by a one-owner family since 1967. This architectural gem was honored as Architectural Digest House of the Year and featured in Better Homes & Gardens. 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