225 51st Street, Des Moines, IA 50312
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Signature Real Estate
225 51st Street,Des Moines, IA 50312
$560,000
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- - sq. ft.
- Single family
- Sold
Listed by: sara gaskell
Office: iowa realty mills crossing
MLS#:727710
Source:IA_DMAAR
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Price summary
- Price:$560,000
About this home
Beautifully Updated Home South of Grand with Direct Trail Access to Waterworks Park. This charming and
thoughtfully updated home is ideally located South of Grand and backs directly to the scenic trails of Waterworks
Park — offering both privacy and outdoor adventure right from your backyard. The spacious primary suite is located upstairs and features a remodeled full ensuite bathroom, a walk-in closet, and a dedicated space perfect for a home office or nursery. The open-concept main floor includes two additional bedrooms and a fully remodeled ¾ bathroom, making the layout ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Recently refinished hardwood floors and abundant natural light create a warm, inviting atmosphere throughout. Step outside to enjoy the expansive 750 sq ft deck — a private outdoor retreat perfect for relaxing or hosting guests. Custom upgrades include hurricane shutters on the living room picture window, a beautifully crafted coat closet with a built-in bench and cubbies, and a newly added electric fireplace with custom mantel and hearth. Major system updates provide peace of mind: newer windows, roof, HVAC, and a radon mitigation system are all in place. Additional upgrades include a reverse osmosis system in the kitchen and a whole-house water filtration system installed in 2025. This move-in ready home blends modern updates, character, and an unbeatable location.
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Home facts
- Year built:1949
- Listing ID #:727710
- Added:86 day(s) ago
- Updated:January 01, 2026 at 07:27 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:1
- Half bathrooms:1
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt, Shingle
- Year built:1949
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$560,000
- Tax amount:$8,322 (2026)
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