4 Bedroom House For Sale By Owner in Des Moines, IA

Property Description

3-Bedroom Home For Sale By Owner in Des Moines, IA – Fully Updated, 2 1/2-Car Garage, Near South Union Elementary Welcome to 138 E Maxwelton Dr in Des Moines, IA! This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 1 1/2-bathroom home blends timeless character with modern upgrades—perfect for buyers seeking a move-in ready space in a quiet, convenient neighborhood near South Union Elementary School, just minutes from downtown, shopping, dining, and the Hwy 5 bypass.
With 1,560 sq ft of living space, this home features coved ceilings, refinished hardwood floors, and a simple, easy-living layout full of charm.
Updates include a new kitchen with stylish cabinetry, countertops, and black appliances, new windows, new front and side doors, new main floor flooring, new half and full bathrooms, and a fully repainted interior—gray tones on the main level and bright white upstairs.
The front concrete porch adds curb appeal and a warm welcome.
Step into a spacious living room that flows into a formal dining area and an eat-in kitchen with ceiling fan and natural light.
The new half bath off the kitchen includes a vintage-style medicine cabinet, vanity, and towel bar.
Upstairs, you’ll find refinished hardwood flooring throughout, large closets, and an updated full bath with elegant cream tilework and modern finishes.
The basement is a blank slate ready for your finishing touches or ample storage.
Mechanically, the home is completely updated with a new furnace, central AC, water heater, roof (house & garage), and a garage door opener.
Outside, enjoy a partially fenced backyard that’s quaint yet roomy enough for pets or play.
The 2 1/2-car detached garage provides extra space for vehicles, hobbies, or storage.
This charming southside home is in a quiet, well-established neighborhood within walking distance to South Union Elementary and near everything Des Moines has to offer.
Viewing is by appointment only with 24–48 hours notice.
Contact Jim or Laura to schedule a showing today!

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Property Address

138 E Maxwelton Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315, USA, City - Polk County