$400,000

330 42nd Street, Des Moines, IA 50312

  • 4 beds |
  • 2 baths |
  • 2,282 sqft
  • Property Icon Single-Family Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 1885
  • Property Lot Size Icon0.46acre lot
  • Property Parking Icon 2 car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $175/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 11 days ago

Property Description

This 1885 Folk Victorian home showcases a classic layout, blending character and function in every detail. Its wraparound front porch, both open and enclosed, plus the parlor, living, and dining rooms provide gracious spaces for entertaining and everyday living. The kitchen, complemented by a cozy hearth room, overlook the backyard. Four bedrooms, including one with direct kitchen access, offer flexibility. One half bath on main floor, one full bath on second floor with the potential to add a second bath in the second floor sun room - and create a primary suite. Thoughtful architectural features include large windows, pocket doors, wood-burning fireplace with unique mantel and surround, original moldings, extra tall ceilings and charming bay windows. Sited on two lots totaling just under half an acre (100' wide by 199' deep). Eligible buyers may qualify for the City of Des Moines property tax abatement. To ensure all interested parties can thoroughly tour the property, offers are due two weeks from listing date, on Thursday, October 2nd, at 5pm. Please call listing agent to schedule a tour or request additional photos and property details.

Listing Status:
Active
Date Added:
September 18, 2025 at 05:00AM
Listing Office:
RE/MAX Concepts : (515) 279-6700
Listing Agent:
Rose Green : (773) 844-1782
MLS ID:
726553
  • General: Separate/Formal Dining RoomEat-in Kitchen
  • Basement: DaylightUnfinished
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • A/C: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced AirGasNatural Gas
  • Fireplace: Wood BurningFireplaceFireplaces: 1

This listing courtesy of Rose Green, RE/MAX Concepts

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Location

Schools Nearby

G

Greenwood Elementary School

316 37th St, Des Moines, IA, 50312

Grades KG-5

0.37 miles away

M

Merrill Middle School

5301 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50312

Grades 6-8

0.80 miles away

R

Roosevelt High School

4419 Center St, Des Moines, IA, 50312

Grades 9-12

0.76 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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