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$ 365,000

$ 374,000 2.4%

Est. payment -/mo

Sold on 07/27/2026

2816 Watrous Avenue Des Moines, IA 50321

4 Beds

3 Baths

2,164 SqFt

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Key Details

Sold Price $365,000

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Residential

Listing Status Sold

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 2,164 sqft

Price per Sqft $168

MLS Listing ID 742420

Sold Date 07/27/26

Style Two Story,Traditional

Bedrooms 4

Full Baths 1

Half Baths 1

Three Quarter Bath 1

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1970

Annual Tax Amount $6,849

Property Sub-Type Residential

Property Description

Nestled among the mature trees of Des Moines' desirable Southwestern Hills, this beautifully maintained two-story home offers generous living spaces, extensive updates, and exceptional convenience. Double front doors open to an inviting main level featuring a cozy family room with a striking brick fireplace and built-in shelving, while the oversized formal living room is filled with natural light from newer windows. The thoughtfully designed kitchen offers abundant workspace, a brick-accented range area, and an open layout ideal for everyday living and entertaining. A convenient main-floor laundry room and half bath complete the level. The second floor features four spacious bedrooms, including a primary suite with a tiled shower and ample closet space. Three additional bedrooms and a large full bath provide flexibility for family, guests, or home office needs. The finished lower level includes a comfortable family room, wet bar, and abundant storage. Outside, enjoy a fenced backyard highlighted by a spacious deck. Updates include new HVAC (2024), LG dishwasher (2024), roof (2016), windows (2019), LVP flooring (2022), water heater (2022), toilets (2022), professionally cleaned ductwork (2024), radon mitigation system (2025), and complete exterior painting (2025). Located just minutes from downtown Des Moines, the Airport, Gray's Lake, Water Works Park, walking paths, and bike trails, this move-in-ready home combines space, comfort, and convenience in one exceptional package.

Location

State IA

County Polk

Area Des Moines S.West

Zoning RES

Rooms

Basement Finished

Interior

Interior Features Wet Bar, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Window Treatments

Heating Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas

Cooling Central Air

Flooring Carpet, Tile

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Fireplace Screen

Fireplace Yes

Appliance Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer

Laundry Main Level

Exterior

Exterior Feature Basketball Court, Play Structure

Parking Features Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage

Garage Spaces 2.0

Garage Description 2.0

Fence Wood

Roof Type Asphalt,Shingle

Private Pool No

Building

Entry Level Two

Foundation Block

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Level or Stories Two

Schools

School District Des Moines Independent

Others

Senior Community No

Tax ID 12000202015000 and 12000202016001

Monthly Total Fees $570

Security Features Smoke Detector(s)

Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Financing Cash

Listed by Century 21 Signature
Bought with Realty ONE Group Impact

Chris Betts

Broker Associate | License ID: B67497000

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2816 Watrous Avenue Des Moines, IA 50321

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