1004 E Washington Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50316

• 3 beds |
• 2 baths |
• 1,386 sqft

Property Description

Tons of potential and timeless character await! This charming Des Moines home is ready for some love and offers so many opportunities to create your dream home while building instant equity! Original hardwood floors, unpainted original trim, charming arches, and classic details throughout provide the perfect foundation for bringing your vision to life! Step inside to a welcoming enclosed front porch—perfect for greeting guests, enjoying summer evenings, or sipping your morning coffee. The spacious living room features large windows and flows seamlessly into the formal dining room. Convenient main-level bedroom offers ample closet space, while the spacious kitchen is a blank canvas ready for you to make your mark! Half bath, coat closet, and basement access complete the main level. Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms with a full bathroom conveniently situated between them. Outside, enjoy an open deck and partially fenced backyard, with the opportunity to easily complete the fencing for a fully enclosed yard. Whether you're an investor looking for your next project or an owner-occupant ready to bring a home back to life, the possibilities are endless! Plus, programs like Neighborhood Finance Corporation and Invest DSM may offer opportunities to help make your vision a reality! Conveniently located with easy access to I-235 and just minutes from popular Des Moines destinations including the Downtown Farmers' Market and East Village! Come see the potential today!

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

August 10, 2026

Data Last Updated:

September 22, 2026 at 7:19AM

Listing Office:

Keller Williams Realty GDM : (515) 334-4900

Listing Agent:

Beth Ernst : (515) 334-4900

MLS ID:

746941

Interior

• General: Separate/Formal Dining Room
• Basement: Unfinished
• Flooring: CarpetHardwoodTile
• A/C: Central Air
• Heating: Forced AirGasNatural Gas

Exterior

• General: Deck
• Style: Two Story
• Other Structures: Deck

Construction

• Roofing: AsphaltShingle
• General: Metal Siding2Brick/Mortar

Location

• Road/Access: Concrete
• Originating MLS: DMAAR_DM
• School District: Des Moines Independent
• County: Polk

Lot

• Zoning: N5E 50 FT LOT 80 CORRECTED PLAT OF WASHINGTON HEIGHTS IN CAPITAL PARK11005939000000
• Fencing: Wood

Utilities

• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: DMAAR_DM