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This 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom single family at 2503 SE 5th Street in Des Moines, IA is listed for $185,000 ($207 per sqft). Built in 1910, the home offers 894 sqft of living space on a 0.25 acres lot.

Agent Description

Move-in ready and full of charm! This 3-bedroom home on Des Moines' south side sits on an oversized quarter-of-an-acre lot, offering plenty of outdoor space and room for multiple vehicles to park. Inside, you're welcomed by a charming front living area and practical layout with one bedroom on main level and two upstairs.

Laundry is conveniently located on main-level. One of the highlights of the home is the updated bathroom with a beautifully tiled walk-in shower complete with dual shower heads and a handheld sprayer for a spa-like experience. The updated kitchen includes a pantry and range with overhead hood, and all appliances are included!

Major mechanical updates were completed in 2024, including a new furnace, central AC, plumbing updates, and a fully updated electrical system with new panel and wiring, making this home truly move-in ready. Enjoy relaxing evenings on the back deck, a fenced front yard, and the flexibility of an unfinished walkout basement for storage or future possibilities.

Affordable, updated, and sitting on a large lot near the heart of Des Moines, this home is a fantastic opportunity for homeowners or investors alike (rental certificate good through Feb 2027). Schedule your showing today!

Key Features

  • Built in 1910
  • 0.25 acre lot
  • 2 stories

Property Details

2 stories
1910

Amenities

A/C

Monthly Cost Estimate

$989/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$134
Interest$802
Insurance$54

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

2503 SE 5th Street

Des Moines, IA 50315

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

DiningArea

Exterior Features

Deck

Property Details

Construction

MetalSiding

Pool Features

Deck

Heating

Natural GasForced Air

Cooling

Central AirWindow Unit(s)

Appliances

DryerRefrigeratorStoveWasher

Questions & Answers

This 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom single family at 2503 SE 5th Street is listed at $185,000 ($207/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $802 based on 20% down at 6.5% interest.

Key features include: Built in 1910, 0.25 acre lot, 2 stories. Interior Features: DiningArea. Exterior Features: Deck.

This property is listed by Chris Peterson and can be reached at 5156120735 or chrisp@legacyrealtyia.com.

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Chris Peterson

Agent at LPT Realty, LLC

(515) 612-0735

Listed by LPT Realty, LLC

MLS# 736305· Source: listhub· Updated 28 days ago

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2503 SE 5th Street, Des Moines, IA 50315

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