About This Home

This 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom single family at 688 Polk Boulevard in Des Moines, IA is listed for $279,900 ($189 per sqft). Built in 1922, the home offers 1,479 sqft of living space on a 0.20 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1922
  • 0.20 acre lot
  • Fireplace

Property Details

1 full
2-car garage
1922

Amenities

FireplaceHardwoodA/C
Listing Description

Nestled in the heart of Waterbury along picturesque, tree-lined Polk Boulevard, this charming 3-bedroom bungalow blends timeless character with modern updates. Richly refinished hardwood floors, original oak woodwork, and a striking fireplace flanked by built-in bookshelves create a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Just beyond the living room, a sun-filled study or music room offers the perfect retreat with expansive windows and abundant natural light. The formal dining room showcases a beautiful built-in buffet with glass-front cabinetry, while the updated kitchen features tile flooring, quartz countertops, and a distinctive red tile backsplash.

The renovated bath impresses with a spacious walk-in shower, quartz vanity, and iridescent tile accents. Two generously sized bedrooms complete the main level, while the upper level offers a spacious third bedroom filled with natural light. Outside, enjoy a large deck ideal for entertaining, a detached two-car garage, and thoughtfully landscaped gardens featuring native plantings.

Major improvements include updated roof, furnace, air conditioning, siding, water service line, sewer line, electrical system, and concrete work, providing exceptional peace of mind. This beautifully updated Waterbury classic offers a rare opportunity to own a home in one of the city's most desirable and established neighborhoods.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$1,497/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$202
Interest$1,213
Insurance$82

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

688 Polk Boulevard

Des Moines, IA 50312

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

SeparateFormalDiningRoomWindowTreatments

Exterior Features

Deck

Property Details

Flooring

TileHardwood

Construction

MetalSiding

Outdoor Features

Deck

Parking

Garage

Heating

Forced AirNatural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorStove

Questions & Answers

This 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom single family at 688 Polk Boulevard is listed at $279,900 ($189/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $1,497 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1922, 0.20 acre lot, Fireplace. Interior Features: SeparateFormalDiningRoom, WindowTreatments. Exterior Features: Deck.

This property is listed by York Taenzer.

YT

York Taenzer

Agent at Iowa Realty Co., Inc.

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

MLS# 747446· Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®, Inc.· 73 days on PropertySimple

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688 Polk Boulevard, Des Moines, IA 50312

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