SoldJul 24, 2015

Listed by Seth Walker

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Bought with Jonesie Viggers from Coldwell Banker Mid Am Group

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS #449583

511 56th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50312

$180,000

4
3
2290 sq. ft.
9610 sq. ft.

SingleFam

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30+ days on the market

Sold: Jul 24, 2015

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Price reduced on this turn of the century home loaded w/ charm and character. Stay cool this summer relaxing in the screened in front porch, and stay warm & cozy in the winter warming up to the real wood fireplace in the over-sized living room. There is a large formal dining room separating the kitchen & living room that is perfect for entertaining friends & family. The main floor bedroom can be used as either a family room or large bedroom w/ a Jack and Jill bathroom. The kitchen offers plenty of prep space & a pantry for food storage. Just off the kitchen is a cozy breakfast nook to drink coffee and read the news in the morning. The basement is partially finished w/ a half bathroom and rec room area. The back yard is privacy fenced & in the summer is nearly entirely shaded from the mature oak trees. All these amenities w/ turn of the century craftsmanship & charm located in the highly sought after Waterbury neighborhood & at an affordable price

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