# 221 E Creston Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315

> **TL;DR:** 2bd/1ba single family, $150,000 ($161/sqft), built 1920, 934 sqft.
> A/C. Est. $650/mo. Listed 2 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $150,000 |
| Price/sqft | $161 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 full |
| Square Feet | 934 |
| Year Built | 1920 |
| Lot Size | 25,003 sqft (0.57 acres) |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 2 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $650 |
| **Total** | **$650** |

## Key Amenities

- A/C

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1920
- 0.57 acre lot

## Description

### Agent Description
A rare opportunity to own over half an acre in a super convenient location! This 2 bed, 1 bath home offers more than meets the eye. Inside, you'll find a functional layout with spacious living areas, a large kitchen with plenty of cabinet & counter space, first floor laundry, and an updated bath with ample storage. Outside is where it really shines.. Half of the yard is fully fenced, perfect for pets, while the rest is wide open for gardening, entertaining, or whatever you envision, plus a 2-car tandem garage and additional shed for all the extras. Affordable, move-in ready, and packed with potential.

## Location

- **Address:** 221 E Creston Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315
- **County:** Polk
- **Coordinates:** 41.560639, -93.611781
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=41.560639,-93.611781

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Stevie O'Meara
- **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Concepts
- **Phone:** 5158688649
- **Email:** stevie@realestateconcepts.net

## Primary Photo

![221 E Creston Avenue - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/4ffc537a19245c2cb3e4c7b7160ea61al-f3080848861r.jpg)

*24 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/221-e-creston-avenue-des-moines-ia-50315-a737954)*

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**MLS#:** 737954 | **Updated:** 2026-04-25
**Source:** listhub

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