$179,900

3436 Scott Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50317

3 beds |
1 bath |
1,020 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1952
0.33acre lot
1 car garage
$176/sqft
Listed 16 days ago

Property Description

MOVE\-IN READY, FULLY RENOVATED & EXCEPTIONAL VALUE come together at 3436 Scott Ave\. Renovated in 2026, this 3\-bedroom ranch offers something increasingly difficult to find at this price point—a truly turnkey home where the work has already been done\. Inside, you’ll find a beautifully updated kitchen with quartz countertops, renovated bathroom, luxury vinyl plank flooring, fresh paint, updated finishes, and a clean, cohesive look throughout\. All appliances stay, including the refrigerator, range, microwave, washer, and dryer\. The improvements go well beyond what you see\. Major updates include a new roof, siding, HVAC system with central air, newer vinyl double\-hung windows, new driveway, garage door and opener, security cameras, fresh exterior paint and landscaping—providing the added value and peace of mind buyers appreciate in a move\-in\-ready home\. Situated on an oversized corner lot, the property also includes a detached storage shed and plenty of outdoor space\. Conveniently located near Pleasant Hill, downtown Des Moines, shopping, dining, parks, trails, the Iowa State Fairgrounds and major commuter routes\. Updated, affordable and ready to enjoy from day one—3436 Scott Ave delivers the condition and value today’s buyers are looking for\.

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: September 5, 2026
Data Last Updated:: September 22, 2026 at 2:16AM
Listing Office:: Fathom Realty : (888) 455-6040
Listing Agent:: Ingles, Sarah : (563) 513-8771
Contact:: (563) 513-8771
MLS ID:: 743032

General: See Remarks
Appliances: DryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorStoveWasher
Laundry: Main Level
Basement: Crawl Space
A/C: Central Air
Heating: Forced AirGasNatural Gas

General: Storage
Style: Ranch
Other Structures: Storage
Parking: AttachedGarageOne Car Garage

Roofing: AsphaltShingle
General: Wood Siding1Block

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

Zoning: I1-EX BEG SE COR LT 6 THN NW ALNG S LN 40F NE 29.08F NE 21.76F TO E LN S ALNG E LN 30F TO POB- E 75F S 195F LOTS 5 & 6 BLK 2 JOHNSON PLACE050/02386-001-000

Water: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank

Source: DMAAR_DM

This listing courtesy of Ingles, Sarah , Fathom Realty

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