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

Des Moines
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576 & 578 SW 42nd Street,Des Moines, IA 50312
$319,000
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,254 sq. ft.
  • Multi-family
  • Active
Listed by: al tramontina, marc lee
Office: re/max precision
MLS#:737686
Source:IA_DMAAR

Price summary

  • Price:$319,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$254.39

About this home

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...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1949
  • Listing ID #:737686
  • Added:50 day(s) ago
  • Updated:May 24, 2026 at 02:48 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:2
  • Total bathrooms:2
  • Full bathrooms:2
  • Flooring:Hardwood, Tile
  • Dining Description:Dining Area
  • Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Basement:Yes
  • Basement Description:Partially Finished
  • Living area:1,254 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:1949
  • Building area:1,254 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.2 Acres
  • Lot Features:Rectangular Lot
  • Architectural Style:Duplex, Ranch, Traditional
  • Construction Materials:Brick

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$319,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$254.39
  • Tax amount:$4,839

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove

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