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$825,649

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6 Beds

4 Baths

3,178 SqFt

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1000 56th Street Des Moines, IA 50311

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Residential

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 3,178 sqft

Price per Sqft $259

MLS Listing ID 734669

Style Split Level

Bedrooms 6

Full Baths 2

Half Baths 1

Three Quarter Bath 1

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1967

Annual Tax Amount $15,767

Lot Size 1.670 Acres

Acres 1.67

Property Sub-Type Residential

Property Description

Rare opportunity to own this distinctive, custom-designed, award-winning home by Bloodgood Architects and built by Dean Paulsen & Sons, a respected multi-generation builder in Greater Des Moines. This architectural gem was honored as Architectural Digest House of the Year and featured in Better Homes & Gardens. Situated on two parcels totaling 1.67 acres, this remarkable in-town acreage has been lovingly maintained by a one-owner family since 1967. Intentionally oriented to the southeast to complement the natural surroundings, the home blends seamlessly with its serene setting. A private lane leads to sprawling, park-like grounds beneath a canopy of mature oaks, offering stunning views of Waveland Golf Course and meadow, with abundant wildlife. Designed for entertaining, this meticulously cared-for retreat offers exceptional privacy while remaining conveniently close to downtown and interstate access. The home features five levels, six bedrooms, four bathrooms, and a heated two-car garage. Recent updates include a new roof and deck (2025) and two HVAC systems with humidifier (Dec 2021). Interior highlights include cathedral and soaring ceilings with oversized windows, complete with transoms, open layout, expansive family room, dramatic loft retreat, two fireplaces, double pocket doors, four skylights, security system, impressive storage and workshop located in lowest level, custom landscaping, a 25x40 deck, generous parking, and a 10x16 garden shed.

Location

State IA

County Polk

Area Des Moines West

Zoning Res

Rooms

Basement Finished, Walk-Out Access

Main Level Bedrooms 2

Interior

Interior Features Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Cable TV, Window Treatments

Heating Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas

Cooling Central Air

Flooring Carpet, Tile, Vinyl

Fireplaces Number 2

Fireplaces Type Gas Log, Wood Burning

Fireplace Yes

Appliance Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer

Exterior

Parking Features Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage

Garage Spaces 2.0

Garage Description 2.0

Roof Type Asphalt,Shingle

Private Pool No

Building

Entry Level Multi/Split

Foundation Block

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Level or Stories Multi/Split

Schools

School District Des Moines Independent

Others

Senior Community No

Tax ID 09007106000000

Monthly Total Fees $1, 313

Security Features Security System,Smoke Detector(s)

Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional

Listing Terms Cash, Conventional

Listed by RE/MAX Concepts

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