# 542 Guthrie Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50313

> **TL;DR:** 6bd/2ba single family, $100,000 ($34/sqft), built 1900, 2,954 sqft.
> Fireplace, A/C. Est. $433/mo. Listed 70 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $100,000 |
| Price/sqft | $34 |
| Bedrooms | 6 |
| Bathrooms | 1 full |
| Square Feet | 2,954 |
| Year Built | 1900 |
| Lot Size | 7,710 sqft (0.18 acres) |
| Stories | 2 |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 70 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $433 |
| **Total** | **$433** |

## Key Amenities

- Fireplace
- A/C

## Property Highlights

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

## Description

### 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.

## Location

- **Address:** 542 Guthrie Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50313
- **County:** Polk
- **Coordinates:** 41.614924, -93.611645
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=41.614924,-93.611645

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Jeff Kinion
- **Brokerage:** Realty ONE Group Impact
- **Phone:** 5155771941
- **Email:** jeff@buzzworthyhomes.com

## Primary Photo

![542 Guthrie Avenue - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/81ec571e37ac037d6e7bac1625e50bd4l-f2446393343r.jpg)

*24 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/542-guthrie-avenue-des-moines-ia-50313-a733556)*

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**MLS#:** 733556 | **Updated:** 2026-04-26
**Source:** listhub

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