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This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 3719 Cottage Grove Avenue in Des Moines, IA is listed for $385,000 ($169 per sqft). Built in 1900, the home offers 2,284 sqft of living space on a 0.32 acres lot.

Agent Description

This is the one you have been waiting for if you love pristine examples of historic architecture and design. Absolutely stunning and meticulously preserved period home that will delight you from the moment you stop onto the screened in porch and cross the threshold into the grand entry.

Timeless craftsmanship greets you on the spacious first floor with immaculate hardwood floors, pristine pocket doors, and a grand stair case to the 2nd floor bedroom quarters. Behind those original & stunning doors, the 1st floor has a study/4th possible bedroom, an expansive living room, full bath, & an oversized sunny eat in kitchen.

The marvelous floorplan flows perfectly for every day living while surrounded by classic design. A rare gem for those who dream of owning an original home that is beautiful, functional and immaculately preserved. Not only is it in a lovely walkable neighborhood, there are also Invest DSM funds available for any upgrades. A must see if you love rare beauty.

Key Features

  • Built in 1900
  • 0.32 acre lot
  • 2 stories
  • Fireplace

Property Details

2 stories
2 full
1900

Amenities

FireplaceHardwoodA/C

Monthly Cost Estimate

$2,059/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$278
Interest$1,668
Insurance$112

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

3719 Cottage Grove Avenue

Des Moines, IA 50311

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

DiningAreaSeparateFormalDiningRoom

Exterior Features

DeckEnclosedPorchStorage

Property Details

Flooring

HardwoodTile

Construction

MetalSiding

Pool Features

PorchDeck

Heating

Natural GasForced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

CooktopDryerDishwasherRefrigeratorStoveWasher

Questions & Answers

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 3719 Cottage Grove Avenue is listed at $385,000 ($169/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $1,668 based on 20% down at 6.5% interest.

Key features include: Built in 1900, 0.32 acre lot, 2 stories, Fireplace. Interior Features: DiningArea, SeparateFormalDiningRoom. Exterior Features: Deck, EnclosedPorch, Storage.

This property is listed by Meghan O'Brien and can be reached at 5155545312 or meghansellsthe515@gmail.com.

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Meghan O'Brien

Agent at Realty ONE Group Impact

(515) 554-5312

Listed by Realty ONE Group Impact · View on Broker Site

MLS# 742331· Source: listhub· Updated 1 days ago

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3719 Cottage Grove Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50311

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