4.1 Acres of Residential Land with Home for Sale in Des Moines, Iowa
5500 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
This landmark Grand Ave estate on two parcels consisting of a total of 4.142 parklike acres has been wonderfully and thoughtfully updated for today. The magnificent woodwork has been preserved, and the house is filled with light. A large primary suite w/ fireplace, dressing room, and a newly remodeled bath, and new carpet is one of 5BR and 6BA. Dream kitchen w/Sub-Zero, Dacor, and Fisher & Paykel appliances opens to breakfast room, den, and deck. Freshly painted throughout, and all windows have been replaced, including new custom Pella Architectural windows in 2022. The finished 3rd-floor surprises with a big flex space, 2 more BR, BA, and office. Enjoy the large screened porch for hanging out or entertaining. There is also a large mud room with heated floors, a study, and 2nd floor laundry. The second parcel (5450 Grand) is buildable and is included in the sale, with room to build a guest house or add a pool.
All information obtained from seller and public records.
Directions
The home is on the south side of Grand Ave, just past Merrill Jr High and one house east of 56th St.
Property details
- County
- Polk County
- Zoning
- N1A
- Elevation
- 938 feet
- MLS Number
- DMAAR 667591
- Date Listed
Parcels
- 09002913000000
- 09002913000004
Property taxes
- 2022
- $21,971
Detailed attributes
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Detached
- Franchise
- RE/MAX International
Lot
- Features
- Lawn
Structure
- Stories
- 3
- Materials
- Brick and Wood, Stucco, Wood
- Roof
- Tile
- Cooling
- Central A/C
- Heating
- Baseboard, Electric, Fireplace, Hot Water, Radiant
Exterior
- Features
- Deck, Porch
Interior
- Rooms
- Basement, Bedroom x 5, Den, Full Bath x 4, Half Bath, Mudroom, Study, Three-Quarter Bath
- Floors
- Carpet, Hardwood, Wood
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Vacuum System, Washer
- Features
- Fireplace, Security System
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 1, 2023 | Price decrease | $1,250,000 | $95,000 -7.1% | DMAAR |
| Aug 10, 2023 | Price decrease | $1,345,000 | $50,000 -3.6% | DMAAR |
| June 7, 2023 | Price decrease | $1,395,000 | $55,000 -3.8% | DMAAR |
| Apr 24, 2023 | Price decrease | $1,450,000 | $50,000 -3.3% | DMAAR |
| Mar 2, 2023 | New listing | $1,500,000 | — | DMAAR |