429 56th Street, Des Moines, IA 50312

Des Moines
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429 56th Street,Des Moines, IA 50312
$550,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,864 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: micole chapman
Office: re/max concepts
MLS#:752263
Source:IA_DMAAR

Price summary

  • Price:$550,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$295.06

About this home

If you've been dreaming of a historic home in Waterbury, this 1919 brick Colonial in historic Westwood has so much to love. Known locally as "the home with the green roof", it sits back from the street behind a generous front lawn, mature trees and established perennial gardens. Inside, hardwood floors, beautiful crown molding and charming built-ins give the home a warm, welcoming feel. Picture coffee and a good book in the original living room or gathering with friends in the bright rear family room, where large windows overlook the private, enclosed backyard and patio. The dining room features Dutch lace window treatments and a built-in cabinet ready to display your favorite pieces. Previous owners consulted architectural historian Robert Schweitzer on renovations and paint choices to preserve the home's historic character. Nearly every window in the main home has been replaced with Pella windows, exterior trim and siding have been renewed, and the exterior was professionally...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1919
  • Listing ID #:752263
  • Added:1 day(s) ago
  • Updated:October 31, 2026 at 12:02 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:4
  • Total bathrooms:3
  • Full bathrooms:1
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Dining Description:Separate Formal Dining Room
  • Basement:Yes
  • Basement Description:Partially Finished
  • Living area:1,864 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

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

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Tile
  • Year built:1919
  • Building area:1,864 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.22 Acres
  • Lot Features:Rectangular Lot
  • Architectural Style:Two Story
  • Construction Materials:Brick
  • Foundation Description:Brick/Mortar
  • Levels:2 Story

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$550,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$295.06
  • Tax amount:$7,519

Parking

  • Parking description:Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:1

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