# 903 Morton Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50316

> **TL;DR:** 2bd/1ba single family, $176,000 ($140/sqft), built 1907, 1,258 sqft.
> A/C. Est. $763/mo. Listed 347 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $176,000 |
| Price/sqft | $140 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 full |
| Square Feet | 1,258 |
| Year Built | 1907 |
| Lot Size | 6,621 sqft (0.15 acres) |
| Stories | 2 |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 347 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $763 |
| **Total** | **$763** |

## Key Amenities

- A/C

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1907
- 0.15 acre lot
- 2 stories

## Description

### Agent Description
Welcome to this charming Union Park Home with original character and modern updates! You'll fall in love with the restored original woodwork and stunning hardwood floors throughout the main living areas. Enjoy your morning coffee or unwind after a long day in the spacious enclosed front porch, a perfect spot to relax. As you step inside, you're greeted by an elegant staircase, a cosy sitting area that could double as a home office, and a welcoming living room. The formal dining room is ideal for hosting family dinners, with lovely views of the backyard and direct access to the beautifully updated kitchen. Behind the kitchen, you'll find a space that is perfect for a coffee bar, pantry, or even a mudroom with additional storage a few steps down. You'll never run out of cupboard space in this kitchen, complete with updated stainless steel appliances, all of which stay! Upstairs, the home offers two generously sized bedrooms, each with walk-in closets, and a full bathroom. Storage is abundant throughout. Outside, you'll find a private fenced-in area that's perfect for pets, a swing set that's included, and ample space to build a large garage if desired. Bonus: This home qualifies for Neighborhood Financing, offering a $10,000 grant and down payment assistance.

## Location

- **Address:** 903 Morton Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50316
- **County:** Polk
- **Coordinates:** 41.619295, -93.606099
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=41.619295,-93.606099

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Cathy McAulay
- **Brokerage:** Century 21 Signature
- **Phone:** 5159749071
- **Email:** cathy@c21sre.com

## Primary Photo

![903 Morton Avenue - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/ddee6c46af9cf246736756ba379064c3l-f2544300271r.jpg)

*31 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/903-morton-avenue-des-moines-ia-50316-a716725)*

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**MLS#:** 716725 | **Updated:** 2026-04-24
**Source:** listhub

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