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This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 1805 Oakland Avenue in Des Moines, IA is listed for $189,900 ($100 per sqft). Built in 1865, the home offers 1,895 sqft of living space on a 0.27 acres lot.

Agent Description

Your Historic Riverbend dream home just hit the market! This charming Victorian-style beauty is bursting with character, opportunity, and nearly 1,900 sq. ft. of space to make your own! Featuring 3 spacious bedrooms, 1.5 baths, first-floor laundry, and timeless architectural details you simply can't find in newer homes, this one is full of potential and personality.

Located in the highly desirable NFC area, this home may qualify for a $15,000 FORGIVABLE loan program, giving buyers incredible assistance to personalize and build equity faster! Plus, it's part of the Improving Our Neighborhood (ION) Program, offering even more opportunities to invest in this thriving community.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, investor, or someone dreaming of restoring a historic gem, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for. Minutes from I-235, downtown, restaurants and only about 10 minutes to Blank Park Zoo, I-80 and the the airport! Historic charm. Prime location. Endless potential. Come see it before someone else falls in love first!

Key Features

  • Built in 1865
  • 0.27 acre lot
  • 2 stories

Property Details

2 stories
1 full, 1 half
1865

Amenities

HardwoodA/C

Monthly Cost Estimate

$1,016/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$137
Interest$823
Insurance$55

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

1805 Oakland Avenue

Des Moines, IA 50314

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

DiningAreaCableTv

Exterior Features

DeckFullyFenced

Property Details

Flooring

Hardwood

Construction

WoodSiding

Pool Features

Deck

Parking

Garage

Heating

Natural GasForced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

DryerDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorStoveWasher

Questions & Answers

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 1805 Oakland Avenue is listed at $189,900 ($100/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $823 based on 20% down at 6.5% interest.

Key features include: Built in 1865, 0.27 acre lot, 2 stories. Interior Features: DiningArea, CableTv. Exterior Features: Deck, FullyFenced.

This property is listed by Michele Nyheim and can be reached at 5159715254 or itsmicheleyourrealtor@gmail.com.

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Michele Nyheim

Agent at RE/MAX Concepts

(515) 971-5254

Listed by RE/MAX Concepts · View on Broker Site

MLS# 737670· Source: listhub· Updated 59 days ago

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1805 Oakland Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50314

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