SoldAug 10, 2017

Listed by Marva McCarty

Bought with Darla Willett-Rohrssen

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS #542079

243 51st St, Des Moines, IA, 50312

$325,500

3
3
2
1910 sq. ft.
15600 sq. ft.

SingleFam

30+ days on the market

Sold: Aug 10, 2017

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About this property

Looking for the perfect South of Grand home? Curb appeal galore with the limestone walkways lined with perennials leading up to the white framed door. The red brick, & white bay windows & dormers remind you of a country cottage. Surprise!! It’s roomy inside & out back, as well. Imagine the hours you’ll spend in the expansive family room addition. Watch wildlife wandering up from the rivulet & woods at the rear of the lot through the 2 large Pella sliders. Friends & family will love your gatherings on the huge deck. Retreat upstairs to a large master bedroom suite with a private landing/reading area & a tiled oversized shower in the updated bath with a vintage dresser converted into the vanity. The basement is inviting with second refrigerator, laundry area & a rec room or non-conforming bedroom. Newly remodeled baths on the main floor & in the basement, as well. New SS appliances, granite counters & tiled floor in the kitchen. New 2 1/2 car garage. Just 5 blocks to Hanawalt School.

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Seller's review

almost 8 years ago

The BEST at what she does!

Marva did such an amazing job helping us purchase our townhome, AND also selling our family home. She knew the market, how to best show our home, and did an amazing job negotiating for both the purchase and the sale we made. She hit the ground running and we were happy to have chosen Marva to come into our lives at the right time. I’d recommend Marva if you are in the market thanks so much, Marva.

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