1238 Creston Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315

Des Moines
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1238 Creston Avenue,Des Moines, IA 50315
$335,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,426 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: jenny farrell
Office: re/max concepts
MLS#:750131
Source:IA_DMAAR

Price summary

  • Price:$335,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$234.92

About this home

When you said: "I don't want a cookie cutter. I want an older house with lots of charm that has updates." Here's the answer to that wish list. Picture perfect, meticulously maintained, charming brick 1- 1/2 story home! It features all of the features you want in an older home like a red brick exterior with custom white shutters, arched doorways, a cozy dining room, fireplace, hardwood floors, built-ins, and a 4-season sunroom overlooking your beautiful landscaping. With all of the old world charm, there have been many updates like a newer roof, new mechanicals (2025&2026), new siding on the back dormer. The home has a 2 car attached garage, but in 2015, another huge 2 car garage was added as well as the sidewalk and driveway. 1 bedroom on the main floor has been converted to an office/sitting area, and there's a 3/4 bath on the main floor. The kitchen is nicely done with to-the-ceiling cabinets. 2 BR plus full bath upstairs. Lower level has some finish, as well as lots of...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1938
  • Listing ID #:750131
  • Added:1 day(s) ago
  • Updated:September 28, 2026 at 08:01 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:3
  • Total bathrooms:2
  • Full bathrooms:1
  • Flooring:Hardwood
  • Dining Description:Separate Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Basement:Yes
  • Basement Description:Partially Finished
  • Living area:1,426 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air
  • Heating:Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Asphalt, Shingle
  • Year built:1938
  • Building area:1,426 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.24 Acres
  • Construction Materials:Brick
  • Exterior Features:Deck
  • Foundation Description:Poured

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$335,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$234.92
  • Tax amount:$4,423

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Amenities:Window Treatments

Parking

  • Parking description:Attached, Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:4

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