Property Description
Nestled among the mature trees of Des Moines' desirable Southwestern Hills, this beautifully maintained two-story home offers generous living spaces, extensive updates, and exceptional convenience. Double front doors open to an inviting main level featuring a cozy family room with a striking brick fireplace and built-in shelving, while the oversized formal living room is filled with natural light from newer windows. The thoughtfully designed kitchen offers abundant workspace, a brick-accented range area, and an open layout ideal for everyday living and entertaining. A convenient main-floor laundry room and half bath complete the level. The second floor features four spacious bedrooms, including a primary suite with a tiled shower and ample closet space. Three additional bedrooms and a large full bath provide flexibility for family, guests, or home office needs. The finished lower level includes a comfortable family room, wet bar, and abundant storage. Outside, enjoy a fenced backyard highlighted by a spacious deck. Updates include new HVAC (2024), LG dishwasher (2024), roof (2016), windows (2019), LVP flooring (2022), water heater (2022), toilets (2022), professionally cleaned ductwork (2024), radon mitigation system (2025), and complete exterior painting (2025). Located just minutes from downtown Des Moines, the Airport, Gray's Lake, Water Works Park, walking paths, and bike trails, this move-in-ready home combines space, comfort, and convenience in one exceptional package.
Property Features
Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Basement: Finished
Cooling: Central Air
Fireplaces: 1
Garage: 2 car attached
Heating: Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Home Style: Two Story, Traditional
Roof Type: Asphalt, Shingle
Stories: 2.0
Taxes: $6,849
Year Built: 1970
Feature Descriptions
Appliances: Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer
Days on Site: 6
Exterior: Brick, Stucco
Fencimg: Wood
Fireplace: Fireplace Screen
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Laundry: Main Level
Parcel#: 12000202015000 and 12000202016001
Parking: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
Parking Notes: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
Security: Smoke Detector(s)
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
2816 Watrous Avenue | MLS# 742420
This single family home located at 2816 Watrous Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50321 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $374,000. This property was built in 1970 and has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 partial baths with 2164 sq. ft. Watrous Avenue is located within the Des Moines Independent school district. Search Des Moines real estate on www.jimsellscentraliowa.com today.