576 & 578 SW 42nd Street, Des Moines, IA 50312

• 2 beds |
• 2 baths |
• 1,254 sqft

Property Description

Opportunity is knocking! Adorable duplex is now available in a highly desirable South-of-Grand neighborhood. Sitting on a private lot, this all-brick cottage includes recently refinished wood floors and fresh paint, great room with fireplace, large windows that fill the homes with natural light, kitchen appliances including gas range, refrigerator and dishwasher; dining area, 1 large bedroom, and a remodeled bathroom with tile floor and shower. Each unit includes a walkout lower level with laundry and the opportunity for future finish -or even additional rental units. Use today for storage, workout room, hobbies, etc. The wooded backyard includes shared garden beds. Driveway has one parking space for each unit, plus ample street parking. Large lot includes the opportunity to build garage or an additional dwelling unit for added value. Rent both units or occupy one and lease the other to begin your investment portfolio. Property is near bike trails and all the culture the western edge of Des Moines has to offer. All information obtained from seller and public records.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

April 3, 2026

Data Last Updated:

April 5, 2026 at 4:19AM

Listing Office:

RE/MAX Precision : (515) 223-9492

Listing Agent:

Al Tramontina : (515) 494-2160

MLS ID:

737686

Interior

• General: Dining Area
• Appliances: DishwasherRefrigeratorStove
• Basement: Partially Finished
• Flooring: HardwoodTile
• A/C: Central Air
• Heating: Forced AirGasNatural Gas
• Fireplace: Gas LogWood BurningFireplaceFireplaces: 2

Exterior

• Style: RanchTraditionalDuplex

Construction

• Roofing: AsphaltShingle
• General: Brick1

Location

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

Lot

• Zoning: N5E 170 F N 1/2 LOT 47 LINDEN HEIGHTS09004377000000

Utilities

• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: DMAAR_DM