$589,900

1900 McKinley Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315

4 beds |
4 baths |
2,322 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1954
1.75acre lot
2 car garage
$254/sqft
Listed 2 days ago

Property Description

Situated on 1.75 acres, and currently zoned MX3 (COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL USES), this mid-century modern home offers exceptional space, versatility, and income potential. This residence offers timeless architectural appeal, an attached 2-car garage, plus an additional 3-car detached garage, perfect for hobbyists, car enthusiasts, storage, or workshop space. The fully fenced yard provides privacy and ample outdoor room to enjoy. A standout feature is the separate caretaker quarters addition featuring 2 bedrooms and a ¾ bath, offering excellent potential for rental income, guest quarters, multigenerational living, or private office space. With mixed-use zoning and a generous lot size, this property presents exceptional versatility for residential living with future commercial potential, ideal for an owner-occupied business, investment opportunity, or redevelopment vision. Whether you're seeking a distinctive home with expansion possibilities, an income-producing property, or a strategic location in Des Moines, this property offers outstanding flexibility and opportunity. All information received from seller and public records.

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: March 9, 2026
Data Last Updated:: March 11, 2026 at 5:19PM
Listing Office:: Simply Better Realty, LLC : (515) 639-9998
Listing Agent:: Krisanne Colby : (515) 953-8537
MLS ID:: 734649

General: Dining AreaCable TVWindow Treatments
Appliances: Built-In OvenCooktopDryerDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Laundry: Main Level
Basement: Finished
Flooring: CarpetHardwood
A/C: Central Air
Heating: Forced AirGasNatural Gas
Fireplace: Wood BurningFireplace ScreenFireplaceFireplaces: 2
Disability Feature: Grab Bars

General: Deck
Style: Ranch
Other Structures: Deck
Parking: AttachedDetachedGarageTwo Car GarageThree Car Garage

Roofing: Rubber
General: Vinyl Siding1Brick/Mortar

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

Zoning: MX3LT 4 FLEUR PARK PLAZA PLAT 2120/01647-114-000
Fencing: Metal

Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Source: DMAAR_DM

This listing courtesy of Krisanne Colby , Simply Better Realty, LLC

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Location

Schools Nearby

Wright Elementary School

5001 SW 14th St, Des Moines, IA, 50315

Grades KG-5

0.40 miles away

Orchard Place School

5412 SW 9th St, Des Moines, IA, 50315

Grades KG-12

0.90 miles away

Virtual Campus

1000 Porter Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50315

Grades 9-12

0.87 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.