About This Home

This 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 5740 Walnut Hill Avenue in Des Moines, IA is listed for $980,000 ($386 per sqft). Built in 1997, the home offers 2,536 sqft of living space on a 0.38 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1997
  • 0.38 acre lot
  • Fireplace

Property Details

1 story
1 full
1997

Amenities

FireplaceHardwoodA/C
Listing Description

Luxury is effortless when every detail has already been addressed. Nestled among mature trees in the heart of Waterbury, this extensively remodeled home (2016-2025) offers over 3,300 finished square feet designed for comfort and connection. More than beautiful finishes, 5740 Walnut Hill delivers a lifestyle.

Five distinct gathering spaces allow the home to feel warm and intimate for everyday living while easily accommodating holidays and guests. Two interior fireplaces add comfort and ambiance throughout the year. The chef-inspired kitchen features Sub-Zero refrigeration, wine fridge, KitchenAid professional gas range, Wolf steamer, warming drawer, dua

l sinks, butcher block and Cambria quartz surfaces, plus a 9' x 6' island built for gathering and entertaining. Outdoor living shines with four separate gathering areas, including a screened composite deck with fireplace, open-air deck, patio, and fire pit.

Recent improvements include a new roof (2026), sewer line descaling (2026), sealed sump pump (2025), radon mitigation (2024), furnace (2024), ejector pump motor (2023), electrical expansion, added insulation, and extensive remodeling throughout. Flexible spaces offer options for a home office, guest suite, fitness area, or additional bedroom. Located in the heart of Waterbury, this move-in-ready home is designed for gathering, entertaining, and living well from day one.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$5,241/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$709
Interest$4,247
Insurance$286

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

5740 Walnut Hill Avenue

Des Moines, IA 50312

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

CentralVacuumSeparateFormalDiningRoomEatInKitchenWindowTreatments

Exterior Features

DeckEnclosedPorchFirePitPatioStorage

Property Details

Flooring

HardwoodTile

Pool Features

PorchDeckPatio

Parking

Garage

Heating

Forced AirNatural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

DryerDishwasherFreezerRefrigeratorStoveWasher

Questions & Answers

This 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 5740 Walnut Hill Avenue is listed at $980,000 ($386/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $5,241 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1997, 0.38 acre lot, Fireplace. Interior Features: CentralVacuum, SeparateFormalDiningRoom, EatInKitchen. Exterior Features: Deck, EnclosedPorch, FirePit.

This property is listed by MARTHA T. LEBRON DYKEMAN and can be reached at (800) 724-2297.

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MARTHA T. LEBRON DYKEMAN

Agent at Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

(800) 724-2297

Listed by Iowa Realty Mills Crossing · View on Broker Site

MLS# 743809· Source: listhub· 10 days on market

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5740 Walnut Hill Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50312

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