In-Person: 08/23 12:00 PM - 3:00 PMAuthentic Mid-Century Modern design meets rare space in Des Moines’ Wakonda neighborhood! Set on an exceptionally hard-to-find double lot, this distinctive home delivers the clean lines, expansive glass, and indoor-outdoor connection that make the style so enduring! Walls of windows fill the living room with natural light and frame views of the park-like backyard, while refinished original oak floors bring warmth and character throughout the main living areas. The open kitchen has a Scandinavian-inspired feel, and updated lighting, fresh paint, and thoughtful finishes allow the home’s original architecture to remain the focus! Outside, mature Birch trees, a broad lawn, native plantings, patios, a grilling space, and a fire pit create multiple places to gather, relax, and enjoy the privacy of this remarkable lot! Extensive recent investment is led by a brand-new flat roof and new roof ventilationmajor improvements that add meaningful value and peace of mind. Additional work includes exterior paint, perimeter drainage with French drains, landscaping, a new sump pump, sewer-line cleaning, interior updates, and a refreshed lower level with flexible bedroom or office space. The oversized attached garage offers a 1.5-stall footprint with room for a workshop, hobbies, and storage! This is not simply an updated homeit is an authentic Mid-Century Modern property with character, scale, and a setting exceptionally difficult to find in Wakonda!
| MLS # | 745286 |
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| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1955 |
| Days On Site | 35 |
| Listing Provided By | Realty ONE Group Impact | Patrick Elbert |
| Bed(s) | 3 |
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| Bath(s) | 2 Total |
| SQ Feet | 1,168 |
| Garage | 1 |
| Basement | Y |
| Story(s) | 1 |
| Zoning | N3A |
| Acreage | 0.69 |
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
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| Parking Features | Attached, Garage, One Car Garage |
| Tax Annual Amount | 4016.72 |
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| State | IA |
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| County | Polk |
| City | Des Moines |
| Zip Code | 50321 |
| Area | Des Moines S.West |
| Listing VS Median (in 50321) | |
Price: $369,900 low | high Med: $430,000 sqft: 1,168 low | high Med: 1,559 $ / sqft: $317 low | high Med: $277 On site: 35 low | high Med: 28 | |
| Open House |
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| In-Person 08/23 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| State | IA |
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| County | Polk |
| City | Des Moines |
| Zip Code | 50321 |
| Area | Des Moines S.West |
| Listing VS Median (in 50321) | |
Price: $369,900 low | high Med: $430,000 sqft: 1,168 low | high Med: 1,559 $ / sqft: $317 low | high Med: $277 On site: 35 low | high Med: 28 | |