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MLS # 722899 - 1242 37th Street, Des Moines, IA 50311

$345,000

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  • MLS# 722899
  • Bedrooms 4
  • Bathrooms 2
  • Total Sq.ft 2,438
  • Property Type Residential
  • Style ThreeStory
  • Basement Unfinished
  • Year Built 1912

Property Description

Are you tired of all of the homes looking....the same? Located on a dead end street, step into timeless elegance with this beautifully updated 1912 home that seamlessly blends old-world charm with modern convenience. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be captivated by the original woodwork, inviting window seats, and architectural details that give this home its unique character. Inside, you’ll find a remodeled and expanded kitchen perfect for today’s lifestyle, alongside beautifully refinished woodwork that preserves the home’s historic charm. The home offers incredible versatility and natural light with three solariums or office spaces, and a sun porch off the primary bedroom, ideal for remote work, reading nooks, or creative retreats. There’s also a finished attic space, offering additional room for guests, hobbies, or storage. Underneath the carpet? Beautifully preserved hardwood floors. Major updates provide peace of mind, including a new roof (2023), new furnace (2024), new A/C (2025), new insulated windows, and cedar siding that adds warmth and curb appeal. This one-of-a-kind home offers the best of both worlds: historic craftsmanship and thoughtful modern updates. Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of history—full of charm, light, and livability!

Legal: E 140 FT N 10 FT LOT 31 & E 140 FT S 40 FT LOT 32 CHETWYND
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Property Information

  • 722899
  • $345,000
  • 1242 37th Street
  • Des Moines West
  • Des Moines
  • Polk
  • IA
  • Sale
  • Residential
  • Residential
  • ThreeStory
  • Unfinished
  • 2438
  • 2
  • Detached, Garage, TwoCarGar
  • From I235, take the 42nd St exit north. Turn right (east) onto University Ave. Turn left (north) onto 37th St. Home is on the left.
  • 56
  • 1912
  • 2
  • 4
  • 50311

LISTED BY

Century 21 Signature, Thomas Payne (515.664.3075)

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