$1,975,000

5215 Shriver Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50312

  • 3 beds |
  • 5 baths |
  • 3,207 sqft
  • Property Icon Single-Family Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 1914
  • Property Lot Size Icon0.43acre lot
  • Property Parking Icon 4 car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $616/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 3 months ago

Property Description

Blending timeless charm with modern luxury, this meticulously restored home boasts over $3million in upgrades, with a focus on zero-entry design and full handicap accessibility throughout. Every detail has been considered, from heated front and back entry walks and garage approach,to heated floors in the bathrooms and formal dining room. Three spacious floors are easily accessible via a private elevator. The first and second floors feature gorgeous, artistic flooring crafted from reclaimed Texas barnwood. The home offers three generously sized bedrooms, a large kitchen with a wine room,two pantries, and a sunlit eating area. Bathrooms include one full, one 3/4, and two half baths.Sophisticated smart A/V and security systems ensure convenience and peace of mind. The basement includes a large workroom and flexible space, perfect for storage or hobbies,complemented by a heated tuck-under stable dating to 1914, adding historic charm. A sweeping balcony spans the back of the home, providing stunning views of beautifully landscaped grounds and hardscaping, including a heated saltwater pool with retractable cover.Additional features include a four-car heated garage and a backup generator, completing this exceptional property. Located near the Des Moines Art Center and Greenwood Park, with schools, shopping, and downtown just a short drive away, this home perfectly balances luxury,comfort, and accessibility.

Listing Status:
Active
Date Added:
November 20, 2025
Data Last Updated:
March 12, 2026 at 3:19PM
Listing Office:
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing : (515) 453-4300
Listing Agent:
John Haluska : 515-453-6125
MLS ID:
730752
  • General: Wet BarSeparate/Formal Dining RoomEat-in KitchenFireplaceWine CellarWindow Treatments
  • Appliances: CooktopDryerDishwasherFreezerMicrowaveRefrigeratorSeparate Ice MachineSee RemarksStoveWine CoolerWasher
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Flooring: CarpetHardwoodTile
  • A/C: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced AirGasHot WaterNatural Gas
  • Fireplace: FireplaceFireplaces: 2
  • Disability Feature: Low Threshold ShowerAccessible Approach with RampSee RemarksAccessible Doors
  • General: DeckFully FencedFire PitSprinkler/IrrigationPatio
  • Style: Three Story
  • Other Structures: DeckPatioOpen
  • Pool: HeatedIn Ground
  • Parking: DetachedGarageOne Car Garage
  • Roofing: AsphaltShingle
  • General: Stone3Brick/Mortar
  • Road/Access: Concrete
  • Originating MLS: DMAAR_DM
  • School District: Des Moines Independent
  • County: Polk
  • Zoning: RESE 10F LOT 10 & ALL LOT 11 & W 5F LOT 12 ORP LOTS 19 THRU 2437 THRU 4042 & 43 GRAND AVE HEIGHTS09002464000000
  • Fencing: OtherWoodFull
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Source: DMAAR_DM

This listing courtesy of John Haluska , Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

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Location

Schools Nearby

H

Hanawalt Elementary School

225 56th St, Des Moines, IA, 50312

Grades KG-5

0.43 miles away

M

Merrill Middle School

5301 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50312

Grades 6-8

0.11 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.