$449,900

1121 26th Street, Des Moines, IA 50311

6 beds |
3 baths |
2,283 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1910
—— sqft lot
2 car garage
$197/sqft
Listed 16 days ago

Property Description

Well-maintained 2-story home featuring 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage. Rarely do you find a home with 6 bedrooms, making this move-in ready property a standout opportunity with exceptional space for comfortable living, entertaining, or investment potential. Conveniently located near Drake University, downtown Des Moines, shopping, dining, parks, and more. The fenced yard, two different kinds of pear trees, and stylish fireplace accent wall with framed TV included add even more appeal. A spacious, well-cared-for home ready for its next owner!

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: March 20, 2026
Data Last Updated:: April 5, 2026 at 10:19PM
Listing Office:: RE/MAX Revolution : (515) 633-8852
Listing Agent:: Mel Barlaw : (515) 571-8910
MLS ID:: 736682

General: Separate/Formal Dining Room
Appliances: DryerDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorStoveWasher
Basement: Partially Finished
Flooring: HardwoodTile
A/C: Central Air
Heating: Forced AirGasNatural Gas
Fireplace: ElectricFireplace

General: DeckFully Fenced
Style: Two Story
Other Structures: Deck
Parking: DetachedGarageTwo Car Garage

Roofing: AsphaltShingle
General: Wood Siding2BlockPoured

Originating MLS: DMAAR_DM
School District: Des Moines Independent
County: Polk

Zoning: NSLOT 33 DRAKE UNIVERSITY 2ND ADD030/01437-000-000
Fencing: Chain LinkWoodFull

Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Source: DMAAR_DM

This listing courtesy of Mel Barlaw , RE/MAX Revolution

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Location

Schools Nearby

Ruby Van Meter

710 28th St, Des Moines, IA, 50312

Grades KG-12

0.63 miles away

Ruby Van Meter

710 28th St, Des Moines, IA, 50312

Grades KG-12

0.63 miles away

Ruby Van Meter

710 28th St, Des Moines, IA, 50312

Grades KG-12

0.63 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.