2816 Watrous Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50321

• 4 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 2,164 sqft

Property Description

Nestled among the mature trees of Des Moines' desirable Southwestern Hills, this beautifully maintained two-story home offers generous living spaces, extensive updates, and exceptional convenience. Double front doors open to an inviting main level featuring a cozy family room with a striking brick fireplace and built-in shelving, while the oversized formal living room is filled with natural light from newer windows. The thoughtfully designed kitchen offers abundant workspace, a brick-accented range area, and an open layout ideal for everyday living and entertaining. A convenient main-floor laundry room and half bath complete the level. The second floor features four spacious bedrooms, including a primary suite with a tiled shower and ample closet space. Three additional bedrooms and a large full bath provide flexibility for family, guests, or home office needs. The finished lower level includes a comfortable family room, wet bar, and abundant storage. Outside, enjoy a fenced backyard highlighted by a spacious deck. Updates include new HVAC (2024), LG dishwasher (2024), roof (2016), windows (2019), LVP flooring (2022), water heater (2022), toilets (2022), professionally cleaned ductwork (2024), radon mitigation system (2025), and complete exterior painting (2025). Located just minutes from downtown Des Moines, the Airport, Gray's Lake, Water Works Park, walking paths, and bike trails, this move-in-ready home combines space, comfort, and convenience in one exceptional package.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

June 5, 2026

Data Last Updated:

June 14, 2026 at 7:18AM

Listing Office:

Century 21 Signature : (515) 224-4002

Listing Agent:

Tom Stender-Custer : (515) 868-8000

MLS ID:

742420

Interior

• General: Wet BarSeparate/Formal Dining RoomWindow Treatments
• Appliances: Built-In OvenCooktopDryerDishwasherRefrigeratorWasher
• Laundry: Main Level
• Basement: Finished
• Flooring: CarpetTile
• A/C: Central Air
• Heating: Forced AirGasNatural Gas
• Fireplace: Fireplace ScreenFireplaceFireplaces: 1

Exterior

• General: Basketball CourtPlay Structure
• Style: Two StoryTraditional
• Parking: AttachedGarageTwo Car Garage

Construction

• Roofing: AsphaltShingle
• General: BrickStucco2Block

Location

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

Lot

• Zoning: RESW 10F LT 10 & W 10F N 45F LT 11 & ALL LT 15 CAMELOT SOUTH and E 25F LT 16 CAMELOT SOUTH12000202015000 and 12000202016001
• Fencing: Wood

Utilities

• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: DMAAR_DM