$449,900

1320 E 40th Street, Des Moines, IA 50317

  • 3 beds |
  • 2 baths |
  • 1,904 sqft
  • Property Icon Single-Family Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 1971
  • Property Lot Size Icon2.63acre lot
  • Property Parking Icon 3 car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $236/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 1 month ago

Property Description

Don’t pass up this truly unique gem! Discover a charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath raised ranch with a walkout basement, nestled on a private 2.6-acre wooded lot right in the city. Step into this beautifully updated home, boasting two cozy fireplaces, dual living areas, and a spacious primary suite complete with a large walk-in closet and a modern en-suite bath. Lastly walk into a HEATED 2 1/2 stall garage that has 220V and an overhead hoist for the car enthusiast. Major mechanical updates include: HVAC equipment replaced in 2022, Reverse Osmosis system for extra clean water, Radon System The inviting kitchen centers around a large island—perfect for family meals and conversations—while offering stunning views of the secluded backyard. Unwind on the expansive wrap-around deck, taking in the peaceful, serene surroundings that make this hidden oasis feel worlds away. And the highlight: a secret hidden man cave—a rare bonus feature that provides the ultimate extra space everyone dreams of! All information obtained from the seller and public record.

Listing Status:
Active
Date Added:
January 14, 2026
Data Last Updated:
March 12, 2026 at 7:19AM
Listing Office:
RE/MAX Precision : (515) 223-9492
Listing Agent:
Jason Ring : (515) 205-1200
MLS ID:
732823
  • General: Dining AreaEat-in Kitchen
  • Appliances: DryerDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorSee RemarksStoveWasher
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access
  • A/C: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced AirGasPropane
  • Fireplace: Wood BurningFireplaceFireplaces: 2
  • General: DeckPlay Structure
  • Style: Raised Ranch
  • Other Structures: Deck
  • Parking: AttachedGarageThree Car Garage
  • Roofing: AsphaltShingle
  • General: Vinyl SidingWood SidingBlock
  • Road/Access: Concrete
  • Originating MLS: DMAAR_DM
  • School District: Des Moines Independent
  • County: Polk
  • Zoning: N3ALOTS 8186 & 97 BROADACRE06000645002000
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Source: DMAAR_DM

This listing courtesy of Jason Ring , RE/MAX Precision

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  • Home Insurance $
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Location

Schools Nearby

S

Stowe Elementary School

1411 E 33rd St, Des Moines, IA, 50317

Grades KG-5

0.63 miles away

H

Hoyt Middle School

2700 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA, 50317

Grades 6-8

1.18 miles away

E

East High School

815 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA, 50316

Grades 9-12

3.23 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.

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