$179,900

3816 3rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50313

2 beds |
1 bath |
949 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1922
6,360sqft lot
—— car garage
$190/sqft
Listed 1 day ago

Property Description

Take a look at this charming bungalow blending 1920's character with chic boho vibes and modern touches throughout. From the rich original woodwork to the dreamy claw foot bathtub, this 1300 plus square foot home is full of warmth and personality. Upstairs you'll find two large bedrooms with deep closets and ample storage. Downstairs offers over 400 square feet of additional living space, perfect for a cozy family room or playroom, plus a spacious non conforming bedroom that would be ideal for guests, a teen retreat, or a private home office setup. Enjoy summer evenings on the oversized front porch, perfect for sipping your morning coffee, relaxing with a book, or catching up with friends. Out back, you'll love the fenced, treed backyard complete with a storage shed and garden space. This one has the character, the space, and the vibe. It just feels like home. Many new updates including new roof. Updated electrical with a new breaker box & new water heater in 2014. The basement was professionally waterproofed in 2008. Previous owner had sewer lines replaced from the house to the street. Schedule a showing today!

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: March 2, 2026
Data Last Updated:: March 3, 2026 at 1:18PM
Listing Office:: Boutique Real Estate : (515) 314-4777
Listing Agent:: Robertson, Sandie : (641) 799-4752
MLS ID:: 735291

General: Separate/Formal Dining Room
Appliances: DryerDishwasherRefrigeratorStoveWasher
Basement: Finished
Flooring: CarpetHardwoodVinyl
A/C: Central Air
Heating: Forced AirGasNatural Gas

General: DeckStorageStorage
Style: BungalowCraftsman
Other Structures: StorageDeck

Roofing: AsphaltShingle
General: Wood SidingBrick/Mortar

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

Zoning: N5LOT 8 BLK 11 HIGHLAND PARK07001815000000
Fencing: Chain Link

Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Source: DMAAR_DM

This listing courtesy of Robertson, Sandie , Boutique Real Estate

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Location

Schools Nearby

Oak Park Elementary School

3928 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50313

Grades KG-5

0.25 miles away

Harding Middle School

203 E Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50313

Grades 6-8

0.36 miles away

North High School

501 Holcomb Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50313

Grades 9-12

0.89 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.