$229,000

1242 Mckinley Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315

4 beds |
2 baths |
1,513 sqft

Duplex
Built in 1926
8,625sqft lot
1 car garage
$151/sqft
Listed 3 months ago

Property Description

Back on the market due to no fault of the seller or property! This beautifully updated home offers incredible flexibility as either a single family residence w/income potential or multi-family investment opportunity. Recent major improvements include a BRAND NEW ROOF & other significant repairs already completed, providing peace of mind for the next owner. This property features 2 distinct units w/a total of 4 bedrooms. *UNIT DETAILS* MAIN UNIT-Experience the charm & comfort of the main house w/2 bedrooms on main level complemented by your own inviting front porch, spacious family room, large dining area & lovely kitchen. The inclusion of a basement adds a 3rd bedroom, storage & laundry space. *UPPER UNIT* The upstairs unit offers privacy & convenience. This apartment has separate or joint access & is perfect for renting out or could be utilized as an in-law suite. It has a full kitchen, bedroom, bath & private deck. *FLEXIBILITY FOR ALL NEEDS* The unique structure of this property allows for both units to be either combined into a single family home or separated for rental income. One car tuck under garage & plenty of private parking!

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: April 13, 2026
Data Last Updated:: July 26, 2026 at 7:19AM
Listing Office:: LPT Realty, LLC : (515) 669-4010
Listing Agent:: Valerie Kenworthy : (515) 988-7469
MLS ID:: 738296

General: Window Treatments
Appliances: DryerDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorStoveWasher
Basement: FinishedPartially Finished
Flooring: CarpetTile
A/C: Central Air
Heating: Forced AirGasNatural Gas

Style: One and One Half StoryRanchDuplex
Parking: AttachedGarageOne Car Garage

Roofing: AsphaltShingle
General: Vinyl Siding1Brick/Mortar

Road/Access: Concrete
Originating MLS: DMAAR_DM
School District: Des Moines Independent
County: Polk

Zoning: N3ALOTS 1 & 2 BLK 1 PINEHURST12003493000000

Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Source: DMAAR_DM

This listing courtesy of Valerie Kenworthy , LPT Realty, LLC

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