About This Home

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 1207 E Watrous Avenue in Des Moines, IA is listed for $225,000 ($268 per sqft). Built in 1972, the home offers 840 sqft of living space on a 0.19 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1972
  • 0.19 acre lot

Property Details

1 story
1 full
2-car garage
1972

Amenities

A/C
Listing Description

Welcome home to this charming Des Moines ranch offering a great combination of functionality, updates, and flexible living space! Featuring 3 bedrooms, 1.75 baths, and over 1,000 square feet of finished living space, this home has plenty to offer! Step inside to an inviting open-concept main level featuring LVP flooring and a comfortable flow between the living, dining, and kitchen areas.

The main level features 2 bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a versatile bonus room perfect for a home office, sitting area, or hobby space, complete with a sliding glass door. The lower level offers approximately 200 square feet of finished space, including a third bedroom and additional 3/4 bath.

The basement also features drywalled walls and a laundry area, offering additional functionality and potential for future use. Major updates include a new roof and HVAC system in 2022, providing added peace of mind. Rounding out this property is an oversized 2-car garage offering plenty of room for vehicles, storage, or projects. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizing, or simply looking for a home with great features and updates, this one is worth a look! Call a Realtor and schedule your showing today!

Monthly Cost Estimate

$1,203/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$163
Interest$975
Insurance$66

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

1207 E Watrous Avenue

Des Moines, IA 50315

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

DiningArea

Exterior Features

Deck

Property Details

Flooring

CarpetTile

Construction

Stone VinylSiding

Outdoor Features

Deck

Parking

Garage

Heating

Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

DryerDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorStoveWasher

Questions & Answers

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 1207 E Watrous Avenue is listed at $225,000 ($268/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $1,204 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1972, 0.19 acre lot. Interior Features: DiningArea. Exterior Features: Deck.

This property is listed by Chris Moore.

CM

Chris Moore

Agent at RE/MAX Concepts

Listed by RE/MAX Concepts · Broker phone: (515) 276-2872 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

MLS# 751836· Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®, Inc.· 5 days on PropertySimple

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1207 E Watrous Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315

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