1526 Thompson Avenue Des Moines, IA 50316
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Residential
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,012 sqft
Price per Sqft $136
MLS Listing ID 740835
Style Craftsman,One and One Half Story
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Three Quarter Bath 1
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1921
Annual Tax Amount $4,394
Lot Size 7,579 Sqft
Acres 0.174
Property Sub-Type Residential
Property Description
You will be greeted by the covered front porch where you will want to spend quiet mornings and evenings. Inside,you'll find the perfect blend of original charm and modern functionality. The updated kitchen features quartz countertops,stainless steel appliances,a center island,and plenty of workspace. The formal dining room showcases an original built-in hutch while the inviting living room features a cozy gas fireplace with beautiful built-ins. Original trim,hardwood floors,and character throughout make this home truly special.
The main level offers two bedrooms plus a beautifully updated bathroom with tiled walk-in shower,double vanity with quartz countertops,and convenient main-floor laundry. Upstairs includes 2 additional bedrooms,a full bath,and a flexible suite with kitchenette perfect for guests,kids space,or roommate setup.
Outside,you'll love the private fenced backyard oasis with mature landscaping, paver patio, and a raised garden bed. A spacious 24x24 detached garage adds even more functionality.
Major recent updates include NEW furnace & AC with whole-house humidifier (2025),NEW exterior paint (2024),sewer line replacement (2023),a new gas fireplace and more.
This is the kind of home that rarely comes available,rich with character and a great blend of old and new.
Location
State IA
County Polk
Area Des Moines N.East
Zoning Res
Rooms
Basement Unfinished
Main Level Bedrooms 2
Interior
Interior Features Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, See Remarks, Window Treatments
Heating Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Gas, Vented
Fireplace Yes
Appliance Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Laundry Main Level
Exterior
Exterior Feature Enclosed Porch, Fence, Patio
Parking Features Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
Garage Spaces 2.0
Garage Description 2.0
Fence Wood, Partial
Roof Type Asphalt,Shingle
Porch Open, Patio, Porch, Screened
Private Pool No
Building
Lot Description Rectangular Lot
Entry Level One and One Half
Foundation Brick/Mortar
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Level or Stories One and One Half
Schools
School District Des Moines Independent
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 11003368000000
Monthly Total Fees $366
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
NEARBY SCHOOL & BUSINESS
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