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About This Home

This 6-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 542 Guthrie Avenue in Des Moines, IA is listed for $100,000 ($34 per sqft). Built in 1900, the home offers 2,954 sqft of living space on a 0.18 acres lot.

Agent Description

Step into a rare value-add opportunity with this grand Victorian gem-an investor's dream with serious upside potential. Boasting nearly 3,000 square feet, this historically rich property offers the perfect canvas for a high-impact flip or income-producing transformation.

Once a cornerstone of this iconic neighborhood, the home has functioned as both a spacious single-family residence and a multiplex, giving savvy buyers multiple exit strategies. With 6 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, the scale alone opens the door for strong resale margins or rental income optimization.

Original character and architectural charm are waiting to be revived, making this an ideal project for flippers or investors looking to capitalize on both historic appeal and modern demand. Opportunities like this don't come around often-bring your vision and unlock the full potential of this standout property. Sold AS IS.

Key Features

  • Built in 1900
  • 0.18 acre lot
  • 2 stories
  • Fireplace

Property Details

2 stories
1 full
1900

Amenities

FireplaceA/C

Monthly Cost Estimate

$535/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$72
Interest$433
Insurance$29

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

542 Guthrie Avenue

Des Moines, IA 50313

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

SeparateFormalDiningRoom

Property Details

Construction

VinylSiding WoodSiding

Parking

GarageCarport

Heating

Forced AirNatural Gas

Cooling

Central AirWindow Unit(s)

Appliances

DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorStove

Questions & Answers

This 6-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 542 Guthrie Avenue is listed at $100,000 ($34/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $433 based on 20% down at 6.5% interest.

Key features include: Built in 1900, 0.18 acre lot, 2 stories, Fireplace. Interior Features: SeparateFormalDiningRoom.

This property is listed by Jeff Kinion and can be reached at 5155771941 or jeff@buzzworthyhomes.com.

JK

Jeff Kinion

Agent at Realty ONE Group Impact

(515) 577-1941

Listed by Realty ONE Group Impact

MLS# 733556· Source: listhub· Updated 70 days ago

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542 Guthrie Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50313

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