688 Bridal Row, Des Moines, IA 50314
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Innovations
Listed by: darla willett-rohrssen
Office: iowa realty mills crossing
MLS#:737509
Source:IA_DMAAR
Price summary
- Price:$329,900
- Price per sq. ft.:$184.3
About this home
INVESTOR OPPPORTUNITY! Located just north of Hoyt Sherman Place and on the fringe of downtown, home is an absolutely PERFECT Airbnb or full-time rental property (with a current rental certificate already in place) ... or make this your very own story-book home w/timeless character & urban conveniences. Built in 1888, live on one of the very first streets in Des Moines: Bridal Row. This iconic Queen Anne gem places you just blocks from downtown dining, parks, festivals, and nightlife, while offering a peaceful retreat at home with a welcoming front portico and fully fenced backyard. Inside, nearly 1,800 square feet showcases craftsmanship you simply can’t recreate today. A stunning two-story foyer with dual staircases sets the tone, leading into spaces filled with rich hardwood floors, intricate trim, thick pocket doors, and original built-ins. The main level offers a formal dining room, a living room with fireplace, an updated 1/2 bath, a den/flex room with moveable transoms, a delightful 2-story walk-in pantry, and a thoughtfully updated kitchen that blends modern function with historic charm. Upstairs, you’ll find three bedrooms plus a versatile sunset loft; perfect for an office or reading nook, along with a full bath featuring a classic claw-foot tub. Home has just been professionally painted throughout. Quaint character, mixed with vibrant energy of downtown. Own a piece of DSM history here in Sherman Hill....
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Home facts
- Year built:1888
- Listing ID #:737509
- Added:112 day(s) ago
- Updated:July 23, 2026 at 03:16 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:2
- Full bathrooms:1
- Half bathrooms:1
- Flooring:Hardwood, Tile
- Dining Description:Separate Formal Dining Room
- Kitchen Description:Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Crawl Space, Unfinished, Walk Out Access
- Living area:1,790 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:1888
- Building area:1,790 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.07 Acres
- Lot Features:Rectangular Lot
- Architectural Style:Two Story, Victorian
- Construction Materials:Metal Siding
- Exterior Features:Covered, Deck, Open, Patio
- Foundation Description:Poured
- Levels:2 Story
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$329,900
- Price per sq. ft.:$184.3
- Tax amount:$6,140 (2026)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
- Amenities:Smoke Detectors
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