424 Virginia Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315

• 3 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 1,700 sqft

Property Description

Rare opportunity to own an in-town property offering an expansive yard, mature trees, and an incredible amount of garage & storage space that's hard to find! This charming two-story home offers over 1700SF filled with character & warmth. The enclosed front porch welcomes you into a home showcasing beautiful original woodwork, LVP flooring, and a cozy living room with an electric fireplace & custom built-in shelving. The rustic kitchen is full of personality w/ exposed brick walls, wood ceilings, SS appliances & new countertops. The formal dining room opens to the wraparound deck, creating a seamless transition for entertaining indoors and out. A 1/2 bath completes the main level. Upstairs has 3 bedrooms, including a primary suite with a private half bath, plus an updated full hallway bath. The sun-filled four-season room offers walls of windows and French doors leading to the deck, making it the perfect spot to relax year-round. Car enthusiasts, hobbyists, or anyone needing extra storage will love the multiple buildings, including a detached two-car garage, an additional detached garage & another storage garage providing endless possibilities. Two separate driveways offer added convenience & easy access. The lower level includes a functional wood-burning stove, along with the washer, dryer and deep freeze. New roof in 2020. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown, this one-of-a-kind property offers space, character, and garage capacity that's rare to find in town.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

July 1, 2026

Data Last Updated:

July 5, 2026 at 7:18AM

Listing Office:

Century 21 Signature : (515) 963-1040

Listing Agent:

Scott Myers : (515) 208-1504

MLS ID:

744260

Interior

• General: Separate/Formal Dining RoomEat-in KitchenCable TV
• Appliances: DryerDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorStoveWasher
• Basement: Unfinished
• Flooring: Carpet
• A/C: Central Air
• Heating: Forced AirGasNatural Gas
• Fireplace: ElectricFireplaceFireplaces: 1

Exterior

• General: Deck
• Style: Two Story
• Other Structures: Deck
• Parking: DetachedGarageTwo Car GarageThree Car Garage

Construction

• Roofing: AsphaltShingle
• General: 2Brick/Mortar

Location

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

Lot

• Zoning: N5BEG NE COR THN S 140.19F W 40F N 30F W 33.46F N TO N LN E 75.13F TO BEG LT 19 DALE PLACE01001714006000
• Fencing: Chain Link

Utilities

• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: DMAAR_DM