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1211 56th St, Des Moines, IA, 50311

2beds
1baths
768sqft
$190,000
$247price/sqft
$1,478/moest. monthly cost
$59,120/yrincome needed

About This Home

Stop spending your life in traffic! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom ranch is strategically located right next to I-235, offering a "straight shot" to the heart of Downtown Des Moines in just minutes. Inside, you’ll find a classic easy-flow layout on the main level that maximizes every square inch of living space. However, the real surprise is downstairs; the partially finished basement offers incredible versatility and acts as the perfect secondary living area, a dedicated home office, or a private workout gym, all while leaving plenty of room for additional storage. Situated just seconds from the highway and minutes from the endless shopping and dining options at Merle Hay Mall, this home combines the simplicity of ranch-style living with a location that puts the best of the city right at your doorstep.

Getting Around

42
WalkingCar-Dependent
31
TransitSome Transit
30
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

4/10
5/10
Merrill Middle SchoolGrades 6-81.2 mi
4/10
Roosevelt High SchoolGrades 9-121.0 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1926

Materials

  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
  • Construction materials: Vinyl Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Ranch
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dryer,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 2

Features

  • Finished area below ground: 300

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Gas
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 768
  • Total interior livable area: 768 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 100/11797000000
  • Zoning: N3B

Features

  • Stories: 1

Lot

  • Lot size: 6,621 sqft
  • Features: Rectangular Lot
  • Lot size dimensions: 50 x 132