4685 E 46th Street, Des Moines, IA 50317

• 3 beds |
• 2 baths |
• 1,312 sqft

Property Description

Located just outside of Altoona, this 3 bed, 2 bath home offers a peaceful, out-of-the-city feel while still being minutes from everything you need. As you enter the front door, you're welcomed into a classic enclosed front porch with renovated original multi-paned windows, creating an inviting first impression. The home opens into a cozy living room where hardwood floors, thick wood trim, tall ceilings, & a wood burning fireplace create a warm atmosphere. Just off the living room is a beautifully accented space wrapped in rich tongue-and-groove wood, perfect for a sitting room, home office, or reading nook. The living room flows into a formal dining room ideal for hosting gatherings, which connects to the kitchen & a bright four-seasons room at the back of the home, an ideal place to relax & enjoy the outdoors year-round. Off the kitchen is a finished basement featuring tall ceilings, a bathroom, ample storage, & a workshop area, offering great flexibility for hobbies or additional living space. Upstairs, all three bedrooms are conveniently located along with an updated bathroom showcasing a charming clawfoot tub. Recent updates include a freshly painted interior, painted garage and outbuildings, a refinished deck, reglazed windows, & newer windows throughout. Outside, enjoy an oversized two car garage with a built-in workshop & two additional storage buildings. With timeless charm, thoughtful updates, & a desirable location, this home offers comfort and functionality!

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

December 18, 2025 at 06:00AM

Listing Office:

RE/MAX Precision : (515) 223-9492

Listing Agent:

Cardenas, Fernando : (515) 218-0352

MLS ID:

731769

Interior

• General: Separate/Formal Dining RoomFireplaceWindow Treatments
• Appliances: DryerDishwasherRefrigeratorStoveWasher
• Basement: Finished
• Flooring: CarpetHardwoodLaminateTile
• A/C: Central Air
• Heating: Forced AirGasNatural Gas
• Fireplace: Wood BurningFireplaceFireplaces: 1

Exterior

• General: DeckFencePatioStorageStorage
• Style: FarmhouseTwo Story
• Other Structures: StorageDeckPatioCovered
• Parking: DetachedGarageTwo Car Garage

Construction

• Roofing: AsphaltShingle
• General: StoneVinyl SidingWood Siding2Poured

Location

• Road/Access: Concrete
• Originating MLS: DMAAR_DM
• School District: Southeast Polk
• County: Polk

Lot

• Zoning: EX-EX W 33F RD EAS- BEG NW COR THN S 139.2F E 194F N 74F E 75F N 65F W 269F TO POB S 1/2 SW 1/4 SW 1/4 SEC 15-79-2306008923511000
• Fencing: WoodPartial

Utilities

• Water: Public
• Sewer: Septic Tank

Financial

• Source: DMAAR_DM

This listing courtesy of Cardenas, Fernando, RE/MAX Precision