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225 51st Street
225 51st Street
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$560,000

225 51st Street

3 Beds 3 Baths 1,473 Sq.Ft.

Description

Beautifully Updated Home South of Grand with Direct Trail Access to Waterworks Park. This charming and
thoughtfully updated home is ideally located South of Grand and backs directly to the scenic trails of Waterworks
Park -- offering both privacy and outdoor adventure right from your backyard. The spacious primary suite is located upstairs and features a remodeled full ensuite bathroom, a walk-in closet, and a dedicated space perfect for a home office or nursery. The open-concept main floor includes two additional bedrooms and a fully remodeled 3/4 bathroom, making the layout ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Recently refinished hardwood floors and abundant natural light create a warm, inviting atmosphere throughout. Step outside to enjoy the expansive 750 sq ft deck -- a private outdoor retreat perfect for relaxing or hosting guests. Custom upgrades include hurricane shutters on the living room picture window, a beautifully crafted coat closet with a built-in bench and cubbies, and a newly added electric fireplace with custom mantel and hearth. Major system updates provide peace of mind: newer windows, roof, HVAC, and a radon mitigation system are all in place. Additional upgrades include a reverse osmosis system in the kitchen and a whole-house water filtration system installed in 2025. This move-in ready home blends modern updates, character, and an unbeatable location.

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Location

225 51st Street, Des Moines, IA 50312

Status

Sold
Sara Gaskell

Sara Gaskell

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REALTOR®

Property Amenities

Interior
Fireplace Electric, Fireplace Screen
Appliances Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Flooring Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Total Bedrooms: 3
Half Bathrooms: 1
Three-Quarter Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 1
Other Interior Features Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Cable TV, Window Treatments
Area & Lot
Total area 1,473 Sq.Ft.
Lot Area 0.39 Acres
Living area 1,473 Sq.Ft.
MLS® ID 727710
Year Built 1949
School District Des Moines Independent
Architecture Styles One and One Half Story, Traditional
Type Residential
Status Sold
Exterior
Stories 2
Air conditioning Central Air
Heat type Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Water Source Public
Garage Space 2.0
Security Features Security System, Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s)
Sewer Public Sewer
Other Exterior Features Deck, Fully Fenced
Parking Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
Lot Features Rectangular Lot
Roof Asphalt, Shingle
Finance
Sales Price $560,000
Real Estate Tax $8,322 yearly

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