1253 44th Street Des Moines, IA ^$ 409,900

1253 44th Street

^$ 409,900

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1253 44th Street

Des Moines, IA, 50311

^$ 409,900

Bedrooms3 Baths2.0 Sq 1,762

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^$ 2,831

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Single Family Home for sale in Des Moines, IA

for $409,900 with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. This 1,762 square foot home was built in 1913 on a lot size of 0.273.

Beautifully cared for and thoughtfully updated, this charming 1½-story bungalow is nestled in the highly desirable Waveland Park neighborhood. Full of character and warmth, the home features a stunning family room with amazing windows, formal dining room, updated kitchen, two bedrooms, and a dedicated office. An updated full bath completes the main level. Upstairs, you'll discover an incredible primary suite with plenty of closet space, convenient laundry, and all the charm and character you'd hope to find in a historic home. The big-ticket updates are already done, including newer windows, HVAC, and roof. Great outdoor living space and fenced backyard! Move-in ready, this is the perfect place to call home for the holidays!

Single Family Active

Price

^$ 409,900

Bedrooms

Full Bath

Property Type

Single Family

Taxes

^$ 7,482

Style

Lot Size

0.273

Year Built

1913

Town/City

Des Moines

County/Region

Polk

MLS | Web ID

752890

Features

General

Sewer Public Sewer

Security Features Security System Smoke Detector(s)

Property SubType Residential

County Polk

Property Type Residential

Home Owner Assoc false

Attached Garage false

Garage Y/N true

Status Active

Directions 44th Street north of University

City Des Moines

Senior Community Y/N false

High School District Des Moines Independent

Zoning Description RES

Lot Size Units Acres

Lot Size Square Feet 11893

Tax Annual Amount 7482

Lease Considered Y/N false

Standard Status Active

Middle/Junior School District Des Moines Independent

Elementary School District Des Moines Independent

Property Sub Type Additional Residential

Heating Forced Air Gas Natural Gas

Cooling Central Air

Roof Asphalt Shingle

Appliances Dryer Dishwasher Microwave Refrigerator Stove Washer

Garage Spaces 2

Patio/Porch Features Deck

Architectural Style One and One Half Story

Construction Materials Stucco

Year Built 1913

Levels One and One Half

Full Baths 1

Occupancy Type Owner

MLS Area Des Moines N.West

Legal Description N 60 F LOT 103 ERNHURST

Interior

Basement (Y/N) true

Air Conditioning Y/N true

Heating Y/N true

Fireplace Y/N true

Interior Features Dining Area Separate/Formal Dining Room Cable TV Window Treatments

Flooring Hardwood Tile

Total Fireplaces 1

Half Baths 0

Total Bedrooms 3

Total Baths 2

Basement Unfinished

Laundry Features Upper Level

Fireplace Features Electric

Exterior

Fencing Wood

Lot Features Rectangular Lot

Water Source Public

Lot Size Area 0.273

Lot Size Acres 0.273

Road Surface Type Concrete

Exterior Features Deck

Foundation Details Brick/Mortar

Building Area Total 1762

Lot Dimensions 60X197

Parking Features Detached Garage Two Car Garage

Internal Only

Street Number 1 1253

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List By

B.J. KNAPP

Listing Agent

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

Broker

bjknapp@iowarealty.com

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Monthly Principal & Interest: $2,831
Monthly Property Taxes: $624
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Average List Price ^$265,053

Percent of Sale Price 35%

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214,996 Population

7% Since 2002

^$49,713 Median Income

36.49 Median Age

29% Households with Children

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4324878 Elementary School

4324877 Middle School

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Pricing History

Date	Price	Price Change	Description
11/12/2026	$409,900		Listed Price

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1253 44th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50311 is a Single Family Home for sale at $409,900 with 1,762 sqft and a lot size of 0.273. 1253 44th Street has 3 bedrooms, 2.0 baths, and was built in 1913. The property's zip code is 50311 which is in Des Moines, IA

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Financial calculator disclaimer: Default based on a 30-year fixed rate of 7.375% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.

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Data is updated as of 11/14/2026.

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