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$149,900
1 Day On Site

542 Guthrie Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50313

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
6
Beds
2
Total Baths
1
Full Bath
1
Partial Bath
2,954
SqFt
$51
/SqFt
1900
Built
County:
Polk
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A grand Victorian with a storied past, this large historic home is ready for someone with vision to restore it to its former glory. Once a true staple of this iconic neighborhood, with almost 3,000 square feet, the property has served as a single-family residence and previously as a multiplex, offering flexibility and opportunity. Featuring 6 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, this is a substantial project with the potential for an equally substantial reward. Investors and restoration enthusiasts alike will appreciate the scale, character, and possibilities this property presents. Sold AS IS.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$149,900
Days On Site 
1 Day
Bedrooms 
6
Inside Area (SqFt) 
2,954 sqft
Total Baths 
2
Full Baths 
1
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.177 Acres
Year Built 
1900
MLS® Number 
733556
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$3,345
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
yesterdayListing first seen on site
yesterdayListing updated with changes from the MLS®
General Features
Acres 
0.177
Attached Garage 
Yes
Foundation 
Brick/Mortar
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
1
Levels 
Two
Number Of Stories 
2
Parking 
AttachedCarportGarage
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Total 
2954
Style 
Two Story
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
N5
Interior Features
Appliances 
CooktopDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Basement 
Unfinished
Cooling 
Central AirWindow Unit(s)
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplaces 
1
Heating 
Natural GasForced Air
Main Level Bedrooms 
2
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Vinyl SidingWood Siding
Lot Features 
Rectangular Lot
Roof 
AsphaltShingle
Community Features
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventional
MLS Area 
Des Moines N.East
Roads 
Concrete
School District 
Des Moines Independent
Schools
School District
Des Moines Independent
Elementary School
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
Unknown
Listing courtesy of Realty ONE Group Impact



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Last checked: 2026-01-31 04:27 PM UTC

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