$539,000

1900 McKinley Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315

4 beds |
4 baths |
2,322 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1954
1.75acre lot
2 car garage
$232/sqft
Listed 1 month ago

Property Description

Situated on 1.75 acres, and currently zoned MX3 (COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL USES), this mid-century modern home offers exceptional space, versatility, and income potential. This residence offers timeless architectural appeal, an attached 2-car garage, plus an additional 3-car detached garage, perfect for hobbyists, car enthusiasts, storage, or workshop space. The fully fenced yard provides privacy and ample outdoor room to enjoy. A standout feature is the separate caretaker quarters addition featuring 2 bedrooms and a ¾ bath, offering excellent potential for rental income, guest quarters, multigenerational living, or private office space. With mixed-use zoning and a generous lot size, this property presents exceptional versatility for residential living with future commercial potential, ideal for an owner-occupied business, investment opportunity, or redevelopment vision. Whether you're seeking a distinctive home with expansion possibilities, an income-producing property, or a strategic location in Des Moines, this property offers outstanding flexibility and opportunity. All information received from seller and public records.

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: March 9, 2026
Data Last Updated:: May 2, 2026 at 7:19PM
Listing Office:: Simply Better Realty, LLC : (515) 639-9998
Listing Agent:: Krisanne Colby : (515) 953-8537
MLS ID:: 734649

General: Dining AreaCable TVWindow Treatments
Appliances: Built-In OvenCooktopDryerDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Laundry: Main Level
Basement: Finished
Flooring: CarpetHardwood
A/C: Central Air
Heating: Forced AirGasNatural Gas
Fireplace: Wood BurningFireplace ScreenFireplaceFireplaces: 2
Disability Feature: Grab Bars

General: Deck
Style: Ranch
Other Structures: Deck
Parking: AttachedDetachedGarageTwo Car GarageThree Car Garage

Roofing: Rubber
General: Vinyl Siding1Brick/Mortar

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

Zoning: MX3LT 4 FLEUR PARK PLAZA PLAT 2120/01647-114-000
Fencing: Metal

Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Source: DMAAR_DM

This listing courtesy of Krisanne Colby , Simply Better Realty, LLC

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