705 38th Street, Des Moines, IA 50312

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705 38th Street,Des Moines, IA 50312
$279,900
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,340 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Pending
Listed by:
  • Listing agent0
    Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Innovations
  • Listing agent1
    John Murphy(515) 401 - 8122
    Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Innovations
MLS#:724443
Source:IA_DMAAR

Price summary

  • Price:$279,900
  • Price per sq. ft.:$208.88

About this home

Charming and thoughtfully updated, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers the perfect blend of character, function, and modern convenience. Enrolled in the Invest Des Moines program, this well-maintained property is ideal for first-time buyers or anyone looking for a home with both comfort and value. The main level features a spacious living room with built-in shelving, a convenient powder room, and a dedicated dining space—great for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, you'll find three comfortable bedrooms with ample natural light and a bonus room that overlooks the backyard and is perfect for a home office, playroom, or reading nook.. Step outside the mudroom into a fully fenced backyard with a built-in pergola—an excellent space for hosting, relaxing, or gardening. The 2-car detached garage offers added storage and off-street parking. Enjoy mornings or evenings on the large covered front porch, complete with a swinging chair. Significant updates include a new roof (2020),

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Home facts

  • Year built:1912
  • Listing ID #:724443
  • Added:38 day(s) ago
  • Updated:September 11, 2025 at 07:27 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:3
  • Total bathrooms:2
  • Full bathrooms:1
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Living area:1,340 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

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

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Asphalt, Shingle
  • Year built:1912
  • Building area:1,340 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.19 Acres

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$279,900
  • Price per sq. ft.:$208.88
  • Tax amount:$4,382 (2025)