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This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom single family at 617 E Watrous Avenue in Des Moines, IA is listed for $199,900 ($232 per sqft). Built in 1920, the home offers 862 sqft of living space on a 0.32 acres lot.

Agent Description

Beautifully restored bungalow where timeless character meets modern updates. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home has been extensively remodeled while preserving the stunning original woodwork, built-ins, and craftsmanship that make homes of this era so special.

The completely renovated main floor features new drywall, fresh paint, luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, a fully updated kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a beautifully remodeled bathroom featuring a custom floor-to-ceiling tiled tub surround and modern finishes.

Natural light fills the spacious living and dining areas, showcasing the home's original architectural details and warm character. Major updates provide peace of mind, including a new roof, new furnace, new central air conditioning, and new water heater.

The full basement offers abundant storage and is ready for future finishing, creating an excellent opportunity to add additional living space and build equity. Outside, enjoy the large rear deck overlooking the backyard-perfect for entertaining, grilling, or relaxing-along with a detached garage providing additional storage and parking. Move-in ready and thoughtfully updated from top to bottom, this home offers the perfect combination of character, functionality, and modern convenience. Come and see Today!

Key Features

  • Built in 1920
  • 0.32 acre lot

Property Details

1 full
1920

Amenities

A/C

Monthly Cost Estimate

$1,069/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$145
Interest$866
Insurance$58

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

617 E Watrous Avenue

Des Moines, IA 50315

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

DiningArea

Exterior Features

Deck

Property Details

Construction

WoodSiding

Pool Features

Deck

Parking

Garage

Heating

Forced AirNatural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Questions & Answers

This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom single family at 617 E Watrous Avenue is listed at $199,900 ($232/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $866 based on 20% down at 6.5% interest.

Key features include: Built in 1920, 0.32 acre lot. Interior Features: DiningArea. Exterior Features: Deck.

This property is listed by Collin Coy and can be reached at 5152506655 or collin@collincoyrealestate.com.

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Collin Coy

Agent at Realty ONE Group Impact

(515) 250-6655

Listed by Realty ONE Group Impact · View on Broker Site

MLS# 743512· Source: listhub· Updated 1 days ago

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617 E Watrous Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315

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