About This Home

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 3936 E 8th Street in Des Moines, IA is listed for $219,000 ($206 per sqft). Built in 1936, the home offers 1,062 sqft of living space on a 0.22 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1936
  • 0.22 acre lot
  • Fireplace

Property Details

2 full
1936

Amenities

FireplaceHardwoodA/C
Listing Description

This beautifully updated 3-bedroom home offers the perfect blend of modern upgrades, comfort, and value. The remodeled kitchen features white shaker cabinets, granite countertops, a tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. Both bathrooms have been tastefully renovated with contemporary finishes.

Additional improvements include updated electrical, fully updated insulation, new wood siding (2022), new windows (2022), and brand-new gutters installed in August 2026. The spacious family room features a cozy wood-burning brick fireplace, perfect for relaxing or entertaining.

The unfinished basement includes partially tiled flooring and an egress window, providing natural light, excellent storage, and future finishing potential. Outside, enjoy a detached 2-car garage, deck, patio, mature trees, and a spacious backyard. Conveniently located right next to Madison Elementary School with quick access to I-235 and I-80/I-35. Move-in ready and full of updates-schedule your private showing today!

Monthly Cost Estimate

$1,171/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$158
Interest$949
Insurance$64

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

3936 E 8th Street

Des Moines, IA 50316

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

DiningArea

Exterior Features

Deck

Property Details

Flooring

HardwoodTile

Construction

MetalSiding

Outdoor Features

Deck

Parking

Garage

Heating

Natural GasForced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

MicrowaveRefrigeratorStove

Questions & Answers

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 3936 E 8th Street is listed at $219,000 ($206/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $1,171 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1936, 0.22 acre lot, Fireplace. Interior Features: DiningArea. Exterior Features: Deck.

This property is listed by Rose Le and can be reached at 5152178535.

RL

Rose Le

Agent at My Real Estate Company

(515) 217-8535

Listed by My Real Estate Company · Broker phone: (712) 264-5678 · View on Broker Site

MLS# 745516· Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®, Inc.· 57 days on PropertySimple

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3936 E 8th Street, Des Moines, IA 50316

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