3940 E 8th Street, Des Moines, IA 50316
3940 E 8th Street, Des Moines, IA 50316
3940 E 8th Street, Des Moines, IA 50316
3940 E 8th Street, Des Moines, IA 50316
3940 E 8th Street, Des Moines, IA 50316
3940 E 8th Street, Des Moines, IA 50316
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Dan Ray

Dan Ray

+1(515) 329-0713
$ 235,000
Est. payment | /mo

2 Beds

1 Bath

720 SqFt

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$ 235,000
Est. payment | /mo
Save

2 Beds

1 Bath

720 SqFt

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Residential

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 720 sqft

Price per Sqft $326

MLS Listing ID 741700

Style Ranch

Bedrooms 2

Full Baths 1

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1954

Annual Tax Amount $3,698

Lot Size 7,013 Sqft

Acres 0.161

Property Sub-Type Residential

Property Description

Located in a convenient Des Moines location, this well-maintained home at 3940 E. 8th Street offers comfort, updates, and exceptional storage both inside and out. Directly across the street from Madison Elementary School and just a one-minute walk to Belle Turner Park, the home also provides quick interstate access and is close to multiple grocery and shopping options. Major improvements include a new roof and garage completed in 2008, updated electrical, and double insulation for added efficiency and comfort. Inside, you'll find fresh paint throughout, engineered hardwood floors that can be stripped and restained, a whole house fan, and a WiFi-enabled Ecobee thermostat for modern convenience. The kitchen comes fully equipped with all appliances staying, including the double oven. The heated garage features a gas line and is complemented by incredible additional storage space both above and behind the garage. Outside, enjoy the huge front deck, two storage sheds — including one with electrical service — and added peace of mind with the Amcrest security system already in place. This move-in ready home combines thoughtful updates, functional space, and a fantastic location all in one package.

Location

State IA

County Polk

Area Des Moines N.East

Zoning res

Rooms

Main Level Bedrooms 2

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas

Cooling Central Air

Fireplace No

Appliance Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer

Exterior

Exterior Feature Deck

Parking Features Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage

Garage Spaces 2.0

Garage Description 2.0

Roof Type Asphalt,Shingle

Porch Deck

Private Pool No

Building

Foundation Block

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Schools

School District Des Moines Independent

Others

Senior Community No

Tax ID 11003515000000

Monthly Total Fees $308

Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

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