# 919 Watrous Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315

> **TL;DR:** 3bd/2ba single family, $179,900 ($238/sqft), built 1952, 756 sqft.
> A/C. Est. $780/mo. Listed 90 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $179,900 |
| Price/sqft | $238 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 full |
| Square Feet | 756 |
| Year Built | 1952 |
| Lot Size | 6,403 sqft (0.15 acres) |
| Stories | 1 |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 90 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $780 |
| **Total** | **$780** |

## Key Amenities

- A/C

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1952
- 0.15 acre lot

## Description

### Agent Description
First-Time Buyer Alert! Move-in ready 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a functional and flexible layout. The main level features two bedrooms, an updated full bath, and a spacious living room filled with natural light. Enjoy the bonus three-season room perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The finished lower level expands your living space with an additional family room, third bedroom, 3/4 bath, laundry and storage room. Outside, enjoy a large fenced backyard, a nice patio space ready for grilling, and a 2-car detached garage. Big-ticket exterior updates have already been done, including newer siding, softits, gutters and an architectural shingle roof. Whether you are buying your first home or simply looking for a comfortable, move-in ready option, this one checks all the boxes.

## Location

- **Address:** 919 Watrous Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315
- **County:** Polk
- **Coordinates:** 41.548473, -93.626974
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=41.548473,-93.626974

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Amy Forte
- **Brokerage:** LPT Realty, LLC
- **Phone:** 5154227731
- **Email:** amyforterealtor@gmail.com

## Primary Photo

![919 Watrous Avenue - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/c34173f4d0bc46963d6b5d03c089989dl-f1706442188r.jpg)

*21 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/919-watrous-avenue-des-moines-ia-50315-a732877)*

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**MLS#:** 732877 | **Updated:** 2026-04-24
**Source:** listhub

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