# 102 E Thornton Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315

> **TL;DR:** 3bd/2ba single family, $215,000 ($242/sqft), built 1940, 888 sqft.
> Fireplace, A/C. Est. $932/mo. Listed 1 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $215,000 |
| Price/sqft | $242 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 full |
| Square Feet | 888 |
| Year Built | 1940 |
| Lot Size | 18,861 sqft (0.43 acres) |
| Stories | 2 |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 1 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $932 |
| **Total** | **$932** |

## Key Amenities

- Fireplace
- A/C

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1940
- 0.43 acre lot
- 2 stories
- Fireplace

## Description

### Agent Description
Step inside the inviting front entry and discover a fully updated home filled with character and warmth. The welcoming living area flows seamlessly into a stunning kitchen featuring rich dark wood cabinetry, stone countertops, and sleek stainless steel appliances. The adjoining dining room offers a bright space perfect for gatherings and everyday meals. The main level also includes a full bathroom and a comfortable primary bedroom with two closets. Upstairs, the spacious finished attic provides versatile space for an additional bedroom, office, or bonus retreat. The finished basement expands the living area with a cozy family room centered around a fireplace, along with a bathroom and generously sized bedroom with a walk-in closet. Outside, enjoy the open patio overlooking a massive .43-acre lot with room to entertain, garden, or unwind. Completing the property are two fully finished garages with space for three cars, including a pull-through garage, plus a large driveway offering ample parking. With beautiful finishes, an open layout, and exceptional outdoor space, this home is truly one of a kind. All information obtained from seller and pubic record.

## Location

- **Address:** 102 E Thornton Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315
- **County:** Polk
- **Coordinates:** 41.551449, -93.614156
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=41.551449,-93.614156

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Brooklin Griffis
- **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Precision
- **Phone:** (515) 223-9492
- **Email:** griffis.brook@gmail.com

## Primary Photo

![102 E Thornton Avenue - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/59c1439c2f596a3e4e2949e9b886aec9l-f1393297726r.jpg)

*24 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/102-e-thornton-avenue-des-moines-ia-50315-a738963)*

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**MLS#:** 738963 | **Updated:** 2026-04-25
**Source:** listhub

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