$212,000

1444 55th Street, Des Moines, IA 50311

  • 2 beds |
  • 2 baths |
  • 866 sqft
  • Property Icon Single-Family Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 1952
  • Property Lot Size Icon —— sqft lot
  • Property Parking Icon 2 car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $245/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 16 days ago

Property Description

Welcome to 1444 55th St in Des Moines! This cozy 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath home offers a great blend of comfort, updates, and opportunity. Fresh interior paint throughout gives the home a clean, move-in ready feel, while new flooring in both bathrooms and the finished portion of the basement adds modern touches where it counts. Major updates have already been taken care of including a new roof on both the home and the garage in 2024 giving peace of mind for years to come. Step outside to enjoy the new back deck, built in 2025 which is perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Previously used as a rental property, this home presents a solid investment opportunity, or an ideal starter home for anyone looking to build equity. A deep 2- car garage provides plenty of space for parking, storage, or a workshop. Whether you're looking to invest or settle into your first home, this property offers value, updates, and potential all in one.

Listing Status:
Active
Date Added:
March 20, 2026
Data Last Updated:
April 5, 2026 at 5:19PM
Listing Office:
Platinum Realty LLC : (888) 220-0988
Listing Agent:
Madalin Akers : (515) 423-4637
MLS ID:
736550
  • Appliances: DryerRefrigeratorStoveWasher
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • A/C: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced AirGas
  • General: DeckFence
  • Style: Ranch
  • Other Structures: Deck
  • Parking: DetachedGarageTwo Car Garage
  • Roofing: AsphaltShingle
  • General: Metal Siding1Block
  • Road/Access: Asphalt
  • Originating MLS: DMAAR_DM
  • School District: Des Moines Independent
  • County: Polk
  • Zoning: N3BLOT 296 UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS PLAT 2100/12071-000-000
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Source: DMAAR_DM

This listing courtesy of Madalin Akers , Platinum Realty LLC

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Location

Schools Nearby

W

Windsor Elementary School

5912 University Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50311

Grades KG-5

0.52 miles away

C

Cowles Montessori School

6401 College Ave, Windsor Heights, IA, 50324

Grades EE-8

0.64 miles away

R

Roosevelt High School

4419 Center St, Des Moines, IA, 50312

Grades 9-12

1.19 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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