# 1608 Southlawn Drive, Des Moines, IA 50315

> **TL;DR:** 3bd/1ba single family, $183,000 ($160/sqft), built 1940, 1,147 sqft.
> Hardwood, A/C. Est. $978/mo. Listed 1 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $183,000 |
| Price/sqft | $160 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 full |
| Square Feet | 1,147 |
| Year Built | 1940 |
| Lot Size | 15,987 sqft (0.37 acres) |
| Stories | 2 |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 1 |

## Why This Home Stands Out

- **Hardwood Floors** - Throughout the home

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Principal & Interest (20% down, 30-year at 6.5%) | $925 |
| Estimated Insurance | $53 |
| **Total** | **$978** |

## Key Amenities

- Hardwood
- A/C

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1940
- 0.37 acre lot
- 2 stories

## Description

### Agent Description
Opportunity awaits in this classic 3-bedroom, all-brick Cape Cod! With the square footage already in place, this home is ready for your vision and personal updates. While it does need some work, it's the perfect chance to build sweat equity and make it your own. Situated on a large yard with a detached one-car garage, this property offers plenty of space inside and out. Whether you're a first-time buyer, investor, or someone looking for a renovation project, this home has great potential. Don't miss your chance to bring it back to life!

## Location

- **Address:** 1608 Southlawn Drive, Des Moines, IA 50315
- **County:** Polk
- **Coordinates:** 41.532239, -93.638249
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=41.532239,-93.638249

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Dawn Edwards
- **Brokerage:** Realty ONE Group Impact
- **Phone:** 5155770498

## Primary Photo

![1608 Southlawn Drive - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f4a0bf0fd39de2547118a468e7147e59l-f4150314001r.jpg)

*29 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/1608-southlawn-drive-des-moines-ia-50315-a745909)*

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**MLS#:** 745909 | **Updated:** 2026-08-01
**Source:** listhub

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