About This Home

This 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom single family at 36 E Thornton Avenue in Des Moines, IA is listed for $180,000 ($188 per sqft). Built in 1956, the home offers 960 sqft of living space on a 0.33 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1956
  • 0.33 acre lot

Property Details

1 story
1 full
1-car garage
1956

Amenities

A/C
Listing Description

This is a great opportunity to own a solid home with many of the larger ticket items already addressed! This property offers plenty of potential to add your own personal touches and make it your own. The lower level includes two non-conforming bedrooms and extra room for hobby space, storage, and more.

Situated on nearly 1/3 acre, the spacious yard offers room for outdoor living, gardening, entertaining, or simply enjoying your own private space. The home does have some cosmetic updates needed and is being sold AS-IS, making it a great option for those looking for value and the opportunity to customize. Don't miss the chance to make this home your own! All information obtained from seller and public records.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$963/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$130
Interest$780
Insurance$53

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

36 E Thornton Avenue

Des Moines, IA 50315

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

EatInKitchenWindowTreatments

Property Details

Flooring

Laminate

Construction

WoodSiding

Parking

Garage

Heating

Natural GasForced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

DryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorStoveWasher

Questions & Answers

This 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom single family at 36 E Thornton Avenue is listed at $180,000 ($188/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $963 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1956, 0.33 acre lot. Interior Features: EatInKitchen, WindowTreatments.

This property is listed by Brianna Baker and can be reached at (515) 223-9492.

BB

Brianna Baker

Agent at RE/MAX Precision

(515) 223-9492
Agent website

Listed by RE/MAX Precision · Broker phone: (515) 223-9492 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

MLS# 746788· Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®, Inc.· 51 days on PropertySimple

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36 E Thornton Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315

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