$315,000

1618 Beaver Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50310

3 beds |
2 baths |
1,297 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1918
8,494sqft lot
1 car garage
$243/sqft
Listed 3 days ago

Property Description

Charming Beaverdale Cottage – 4 Beds | 2 Baths | 2,114 Sq. Ft. Unlock the full potential of this 1.5-story bungalow in the heart of the iconic Beaverdale neighborhood. This 1918-built home offers significantly more living space than meets the eye, blending vintage character with modern functional updates. Enjoy a cozy main-floor living room anchored by a classic brick fireplace, plus a separate lower-level family room perfect for movie nights or a play area. Two bedrooms on the main level and a spacious finished upper-level suite that serves as a private third bedroom or home office. The lower level has a spacious non-conforming bedroom. Fully Finished Basement with a complete build-out, featuring a second full bathroom for added convenience. A dedicated laundry room comes with wash/dry units included. Organization is easy with a large walk-in closet specifically designed for extra storage. Exterior & Outdoor Living Oversized Lot: Situated on a generous 0.2-acre lot, offering a much larger footprint than many surrounding properties. Private Backyard: A fully fenced yard provides security and privacy, complemented by a private deck for outdoor dining. Parking & Gear: Includes a 1-car detached garage, ensuring plenty of off-street parking and protection from the elements. Location & Opportunity Located just minutes from the local shops and restaurants of the Beaverdale area, this home is a rare find. Seller will consider a contract purchase.

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: February 10, 2026
Data Last Updated:: February 14, 2026 at 4:17AM
Listing Office:: Stevens Realty : (515) 314-1726
Listing Agent:: June Mackay : (515) 306-1118
MLS ID:: 734142

General: Dining AreaCable TV
Appliances: DryerDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorStoveWasher
Basement: Partially Finished
Flooring: CarpetHardwoodTile
A/C: Central Air
Heating: Forced AirGasNatural Gas
Fireplace: Wood BurningFireplace ScreenFireplaceFireplaces: 1

General: DeckFully Fenced
Style: One and One Half Story
Other Structures: Deck
Parking: DetachedGarageOne Car Garage

Roofing: AsphaltShingle
General: BrickMetal SidingOne and One HalfBlock

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

Zoning: N4LOT 26 WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE10013025000000
Fencing: WoodFull

Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Source: DMAAR_DM

This listing courtesy of June Mackay , Stevens Realty

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Location

Schools Nearby

Perkins Elementary School

4301 College Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50311

Grades KG-5

0.39 miles away

Callanan Middle School

3010 Center St, Des Moines, IA, 50312

Grades 6-8

1.30 miles away

Roosevelt High School

4419 Center St, Des Moines, IA, 50312

Grades 9-12

1.15 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.