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This 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 5905 Walnut Hill Drive in Des Moines, IA is listed for $435,000 ($288 per sqft). Built in 1938, the home offers 1,512 sqft of living space on a 0.23 acres lot.

Agent Description

Welcome to Waterbury! This charming home offers over 2,000 finished square feet and a beautiful screened porch-perfect for relaxing evenings or entertaining guests. Thoughtfully updated for comfort and peace of mind, the home features a new roof (March 2025), along with newer AC, furnace, water heater, sump pump, gutters, and fresh interior paint.

The kitchen is both functional and inviting with maple cabinetry, a gas stove, and a hood vent. The spacious living room is filled with character, showcasing crown molding, hardwood floors, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace. A main-floor bedroom adds flexibility-ideal for a home office, den, or guest space.

Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms and a full bathroom, plus an exciting opportunity to add a future rooftop deck off the primary bedroom. The finished lower level expands your living space with a large rec room featuring a second fireplace, a fourth nonconforming bedroom, an additional bathroom, and a dedicated laundry area.

Step outside to enjoy a private backyard, all nestled in the highly desirable Waterbury neighborhood-one of Des Moines' most sought-after locations, known for its charm, convenience, and tree-lined streets.

Key Features

  • Built in 1938
  • 0.23 acre lot
  • 2 stories
  • Fireplace

Property Details

2 stories
1 full, 1 half
1938

Amenities

FireplaceA/C

Monthly Cost Estimate

$2,326/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$315
Interest$1,885
Insurance$127

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

5905 Walnut Hill Drive

Des Moines, IA 50312

Property Details

Construction

Brick CementSiding

Parking

Garage

Heating

Forced AirNatural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

DryerDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorStoveWasher

Questions & Answers

This 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 5905 Walnut Hill Drive is listed at $435,000 ($288/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $1,885 based on 20% down at 6.5% interest.

Key features include: Built in 1938, 0.23 acre lot, 2 stories, Fireplace.

This property is listed by Cui Davis and can be reached at 5158670498 or cui@cuidong.biz.

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Cui Davis

Agent at Realty ONE Group Impact

(515) 867-0498

Listed by Realty ONE Group Impact

MLS# 737083· Source: listhub· Updated 15 days ago

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5905 Walnut Hill Drive, Des Moines, IA 50312

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