5617 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50312

• 3 beds |
• 2 baths |
• 1,514 sqft

Property Description

Located on the edge of the highly sought-after Waterbury neighborhood, this beautifully restored two-story blends timeless character with extensive modern updates. Offering 3 bedrooms & 1.5 baths, the home showcases original details like rich woodwork, French doors, built-ins, restored oak hardwood floors, and mature trees, paired seamlessly with improvements designed to enhance everyday living. A major renovation completed in 2020 addressed numerous big-ticket items, including new James Hardie siding, new roof and gutters, energy-efficient Jeld-Wen windows with a lifetime breakage warranty, and updated electrical and plumbing systems. Added insulation and newer HVAC systems further improve year-round efficiency and peace of mind. The interior has been completely refreshed, making this historic home feel new. The remodeled kitchen features stainless steel appliances, while additional updates include new carpet upstairs, a remodeled full bath, updated lighting, and freshly skim-coated and painted walls throughout. Outside, the new concrete driveway leads to an oversized attached two-car garage rebuilt with a foundation designed to support a future deck or patio. Enjoy an unbeatable location close to downtown, the Art Center, bike trails, Ashworth Pool, dining, shopping, & interstate access. Located within the Hanawalt, Merrill, and Roosevelt feeder pattern, and with tax abatement in place through 2030 for the home improvements.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

February 19, 2026

Data Last Updated:

March 12, 2026 at 12:17AM

Listing Office:

RE/MAX Precision : (515) 223-9492

Listing Agent:

Sara Hopkins : (515) 710-6030

MLS ID:

734776

Interior

• General: Separate/Formal Dining Room
• Appliances: DryerDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorStoveWasher
• Basement: Unfinished
• Flooring: CarpetHardwoodTile
• A/C: Central Air
• Heating: Forced AirGas
• Fireplace: FireplaceFireplaces: 1

Exterior

• General: Patio
• Style: ColonialTwo Story
• Other Structures: PatioOpen
• Parking: AttachedGarageTwo Car Garage

Construction

• Roofing: AsphaltShingle
• General: Cement Siding2Brick/Mortar

Location

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

Lot

• Zoning: N1BW 62 F LOT 11 WALNUT HILL PLACE09006804000000

Utilities

• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: DMAAR_DM