# 1242 Mckinley Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315

> **TL;DR:** 4bd/2ba multi-family, $259,000 ($171/sqft), built 1926, 1,513 sqft.
> A/C. Est. $1,122/mo. Listed 1 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $259,000 |
| Price/sqft | $171 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 1 full |
| Square Feet | 1,513 |
| Year Built | 1926 |
| Lot Size | 8,625 sqft (0.20 acres) |
| Stories | 1 |
| Property Type | Multi-Family (Duplex) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 1 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $1,122 |
| **Total** | **$1,122** |

## Key Amenities

- A/C

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1926
- 0.20 acre lot

## Description

### Agent Description
Exceptional Investment Opportunity! Introducing a versatile multi-family residence perfect for investors or homeowners looking for income potential! This property features 2 distinct units w/a total of 4 bedrooms. *UNIT DETAILS* MAIN UNIT-Experience the charm & comfort of the main house w/2 bedrooms on main level complemented by your own inviting front porch, spacious family room, large dining area & lovely kitchen. The inclusion of a basement adds a 3rd bedroom, storage & laundry space. *UPPER UNIT* The upstairs unit offers privacy & convenience. This apartment has separate or joint access & is perfect for renting out or could be utilized as an in-law suite. It has a full kitchen, bedroom, bath & private deck. *FLEXIBILITY FOR ALL NEEDS* The unique structure of this property allows for both units to be either combined into a single family home or separated for rental income. One car tuck under garage & plenty of private parking!

## Location

- **Address:** 1242 Mckinley Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315
- **County:** Polk
- **Coordinates:** 41.540721, -93.632806
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=41.540721,-93.632806

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Kyle Clarkson
- **Brokerage:** LPT Realty, LLC
- **Phone:** 5155542249
- **Email:** kyle@legacyrealtyia.com

## Primary Photo

![1242 Mckinley Avenue - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/56b5ef39b655246146bbc4d24b817a4bl-f1362351549r.jpg)

*31 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/1242-mckinley-avenue-des-moines-ia-50315-a738296)*

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**MLS#:** 738296 | **Updated:** 2026-04-25
**Source:** listhub

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