About This Home

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 648 56th Street in Des Moines, IA is listed for $539,900 ($248 per sqft). Built in 1953, the home offers 2,181 sqft of living space on a 0.20 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1953
  • 0.20 acre lot
  • 2 stories

Property Details

2 stories
2-car garage
1953

Amenities

HardwoodA/C
Listing Description

Located in the historic Waterbury neighborhood, this meticulously maintained 3-bedroom, 1.5-story home has been lovingly cared for by its original owner. Featuring numerous recent updates, including a newer roof, furnace, air conditioning, deck, interior paint, and more, this home is truly move-in ready.

The main level offers plenty of space to live and entertain, featuring a spacious formal sitting area, dining room, oversized living room, kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom. Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms and an additional bathroom, providing plenty of room for family and guests.

The finished lower level adds even more living space with a comfortable family room featuring new carpet-perfect for movie nights, a play area, or relaxing. Outside, enjoy the beautifully landscaped, fully fenced backyard and deck, offering a private setting for entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying Iowa summers.

A well-maintained home in one of Des Moines' most desirable historic neighborhoods, with space, updates, character, and location-all in one package. This is the one you've been waiting for in the heart of Des Moines!

Monthly Cost Estimate

$2,887/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$390
Interest$2,340
Insurance$157

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

648 56th Street

Des Moines, IA 50312

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

DiningAreaSeparateFormalDiningRoomEatInKitchenCableTvWindowTreatments

Exterior Features

DeckPatio

Property Details

Flooring

TileHardwoodCarpet

Construction

Brick

Outdoor Features

DeckPatio

Parking

Garage

Heating

Forced AirNatural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

DryerDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorStoveWasher

Questions & Answers

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 648 56th Street is listed at $539,900 ($248/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $2,887 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1953, 0.20 acre lot, 2 stories. Interior Features: DiningArea, SeparateFormalDiningRoom, EatInKitchen. Exterior Features: Deck, Patio.

This property is listed by NICHOLAS SCAR.

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NICHOLAS SCAR

Agent at Iowa Realty Co., Inc.

Listed by Iowa Realty Co., Inc. · Broker phone: (800) 724-2297 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

MLS# 746960· Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®, Inc.· 77 days on PropertySimple

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648 56th Street, Des Moines, IA 50312

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