$150,000

3116 61st Street, Des Moines, IA 50322

  • 2 beds |
  • 1 bath |
  • 674 sqft
  • Property Icon Single-Family Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 1931
  • Property Lot Size Icon8,886sqft lot
  • Property Parking Icon —— car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $223/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 1 month ago

Property Description

Full of charm and thoughtful updates, this adorable home blends character with modern comfort. You'll love the hardwood floors, vintage doors, and light-filled rooms that make every space feel warm and inviting and you'll have peace of mind from the big-ticket items that have already been updated including a new roof (2020), washer and ventless dryer (2020), bathroom remodel with new tub/shower and sink (2023), and a new high-efficiency tankless combo water heater/boiler system (2024). The fully fenced in backyard offers privacy and space for gardening or play, while the recently refreshed deck provides the perfect spot to relax or entertain. The kitchen features a new stove and an efficient layout with plenty of counter space for its size. Enjoy cozy touches like the exposed brick wall in the partially finished basement space that can be used as a bedroom or family room and the original picture hanging rail on the main level that adds vintage charm. BONUS this home is located within a Neighborhood Finance Corporation (NFC) lending area, which provides special loan programs and potential grants for home improvements an added bonus for buyers looking to build equity and invest in a growing community. This is the perfect home to begin your homeownership journey with! Reach out for a private showing. All information obtained from seller and public records.

Listing Status:
Pending
Date Added:
October 30, 2025 at 05:00AM
Listing Office:
RE/MAX Precision : (515) 223-9492
Listing Agent:
Sara Hopkins : (515) 710-6030
MLS ID:
729461
  • General: Dining Area
  • Appliances: DryerDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorStoveWasher
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • A/C: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Hot Water
  • General: DeckFully Fenced
  • Style: BungalowTraditional
  • Roofing: AsphaltShingle
  • General: Vinyl SidingBlock
  • Road/Access: Asphalt
  • Originating MLS: DMAAR_DM
  • School District: Des Moines Independent
  • County: Polk
  • Zoning: N3BE 96F LOT 138 CLOVER ACRES10002951001000
  • Fencing: Chain LinkFull
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Source: DMAAR_DM

This listing courtesy of Sara Hopkins, RE/MAX Precision

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Location

Schools Nearby

H

Hills Elementary School

2401 56th St, Des Moines, IA, 50310

Grades KG-5

0.65 miles away

C

Cowles Montessori School

6401 College Ave, Windsor Heights, IA, 50324

Grades EE-8

1.11 miles away

H

Hoover High School

4800 Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50310

Grades 9-12

1.24 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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