858 40th Street, Des Moines, IA 50312

• 3 beds |
• 2 baths |
• 966 sqft

Property Description

Meticulously updated while intentionally retaining its character, this home opens from an enclosed front porch into fresh paint and original hardwood floors across a majority of the main level. The large living room features a wood-burning fireplace and original built-ins, flowing into a formal dining room, two bedrooms, and an updated full bath. The kitchen offers freshly painted cabinets, brand-new LVP flooring, and all appliances stay. Downstairs, the finished lower level adds new carpet, a third bedroom with full egress, a 3/4 bath, and basement bracing, waterproofing, and a sump system by BAM with a transferable warranty. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced yard with new chain-link on three sides and privacy in the back, plus a 1-car detached garage with new siding/door and a separate storage room off the back. Major updates: Garage siding/door 2026, Roof 2024, BAM waterproofing 2024, HVAC 2024. Call your agent to schedule a tour.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

October 2, 2026

Data Last Updated:

October 5, 2026 at 12:17AM

Listing Office:

RE/MAX Concepts : (515) 276-2872

Listing Agent:

Heather Wright : (515) 229-2012

MLS ID:

750438

Interior

• General: Separate/Formal Dining RoomWindow Treatments
• Appliances: DryerRefrigeratorSee RemarksStoveWasher
• Basement: PartialPartially Finished
• Flooring: Hardwood
• A/C: Central Air
• Heating: Forced AirGasNatural Gas
• Fireplace: Wood BurningFireplaceFireplaces: 1

Exterior

• Style: Bungalow
• Parking: DetachedGarageOne Car Garage

Construction

• Roofing: AsphaltShingle
• General: Wood SidingBrick/Mortar

Location

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

Lot

• Zoning: N5LOT 93 BRYN MAWR HEIGHTS09000746000000
• Fencing: Chain LinkWood

Utilities

• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: DMAAR_DM