$539,900

648 56th Street, Des Moines, IA 50312

3 beds |
2 baths |
2,181 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1953
8,843sqft lot
2 car garage
$248/sqft
Listed 10 days ago

Property Description

Located in the historic Waterbury neighborhood, this meticulously maintained 3-bedroom, 1.5-story home has been lovingly cared for by its original owner. Featuring numerous recent updates, including a newer roof, furnace, air conditioning, deck, interior paint, and more, this home is truly move-in ready. The main level offers plenty of space to live and entertain, featuring a spacious formal sitting area, dining room, oversized living room, kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom. Upstairs, you’ll find two generously sized bedrooms and an additional bathroom, providing plenty of room for family and guests. The finished lower level adds even more living space with a comfortable family room featuring new carpet—perfect for movie nights, a play area, or relaxing. Outside, enjoy the beautifully landscaped, fully fenced backyard and deck, offering a private setting for entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying Iowa summers. A well-maintained home in one of Des Moines’ most desirable historic neighborhoods, with space, updates, character, and location—all in one package. This is the one you’ve been waiting for in the heart of Des Moines!

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: August 10, 2026
Data Last Updated:: August 20, 2026 at 2:18PM
Listing Office:: Iowa Realty Mills Crossing : (515) 453-4300
Listing Agent:: NICHOLAS SCAR : 515-453-6580
Contact:: 515-453-6580
MLS ID:: 746960

General: Dining AreaSeparate/Formal Dining RoomEat-in KitchenCable TVWindow Treatments
Appliances: DryerDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorStoveWasher
Basement: Partially Finished
Flooring: CarpetHardwoodTile
A/C: Central Air
Heating: Forced AirGasNatural Gas
Disability Feature: Grab Bars

General: DeckPatio
Style: One and One Half Story
Other Structures: DeckPatioOpen
Parking: AttachedGarageTwo Car Garage

Roofing: AsphaltShingle
General: BrickOne and One HalfBlock

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

Zoning: RESS 7 F LOT 8 & ALL LOT 9 WATERBURY PARK09006911000000
Fencing: VinylWood

Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Source: DMAAR_DM

This listing courtesy of NICHOLAS SCAR , Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

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