# 2816 Watrous Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50321

> **TL;DR:** 4bd/3ba single family, $374,000 ($173/sqft), built 1970, 2,164 sqft.
> Fireplace, A/C. Est. $1,621/mo. Listed 1 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $374,000 |
| Price/sqft | $173 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 1 full, 1 half |
| Square Feet | 2,164 |
| Year Built | 1970 |
| Stories | 2 |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 1 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $1,621 |
| **Total** | **$1,621** |

## Key Amenities

- Fireplace
- A/C

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1970
- 2 stories
- Fireplace

## Description

### Agent 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 area, and abundant storage. Outside, enjoy a fenced backyard highlighted by a newer 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

- **Address:** 2816 Watrous Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50321
- **County:** Polk
- **Coordinates:** 41.547519, -93.655971
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=41.547519,-93.655971

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Tom Stender-Custer
- **Brokerage:** Century 21 Signature
- **Phone:** 5158688000
- **Email:** tom@c21sre.com

## Primary Photo

![2816 Watrous Avenue - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/4f9ae851c9af4b7ccdd78ec4ae546569l-f3033413126r.jpg)

*32 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/2816-watrous-avenue-des-moines-ia-50321-a742420)*

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**MLS#:** 742420 | **Updated:** 2026-06-18
**Source:** listhub

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