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$374,000
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2816 Watrous Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50321

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
4
Beds
3
Total Baths
1
Full Bath
2
Partial Baths
2,164
SqFt
$173
/SqFt
1970
Built
County:
Polk
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Nestled among the mature trees of Des Moines' desirable Southwestern Hills, this beautifully maintained two-story home offers generous living spaces, extensive updates, and exceptional convenience. Double front doors open to an inviting main level featuring a cozy family room with a striking brick fireplace and built-in shelving, while the oversized formal living room is filled with natural light from newer windows. The thoughtfully designed kitchen offers abundant workspace, a brick-accented range area, and an open layout ideal for everyday living and entertaining. A convenient main-floor laundry room and half bath complete the level. The second floor features four spacious bedrooms, including a primary suite with a tiled shower and ample closet space. Three additional bedrooms and a large full bath provide flexibility for family, guests, or home office needs. The finished lower level includes a comfortable family room, wet bar area, and abundant storage. Outside, enjoy a fenced backyard highlighted by a newer deck. Updates include new HVAC (2024), LG dishwasher (2024), roof (2016), windows (2019), LVP flooring (2022), water heater (2022), toilets (2022), professionally cleaned ductwork (2024), radon mitigation system (2025), and complete exterior painting (2025).Located just minutes from downtown Des Moines, the airport, Gray's Lake, Water Works Park, walking paths, and bike trails, this move-in-ready home combines space, comfort, and convenience in one exceptional package.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$374,000
Days On Site 
0 Days
Bedrooms 
4
Inside Area (SqFt) 
2,164 sqft
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
1
Partial Baths 
2
Lot Size 
N/A
Year Built 
1970
MLS® Number 
742420
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$6,849.75
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
10 hours agoListing first seen on site
10 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
General Features
Attached Garage 
Yes
Foundation 
Block
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Levels 
Two
Parking 
AttachedGarage
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Security 
Smoke Detector(s)
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Below 
925
SqFt Total 
2164
Style 
Two Story, Traditional
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
RES
Interior Features
Appliances 
OvenCooktopDryerDishwasherRefrigeratorWasher
Basement 
Finished
Cooling 
Central Air
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplaces 
1
Flooring 
CarpetTile
Heating 
Natural GasForced Air
Interior 
Wet Bar
Laundry Features 
Main Level
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
BrickStucco
Exterior 
Basketball Court
Fencing 
Wood
Roof 
AsphaltShingle
Community Features
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventionalFHAVA Loan
MLS Area 
Des Moines S.West
Roads 
Concrete
School District 
Des Moines Independent
Schools
School District
Des Moines Independent
Elementary School
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
Unknown
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Last checked: 2026-06-05 08:29 PM UTC

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