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576 & 578 SW 42nd Street, Des Moines, IA 50312

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$319,000

MULTI_FAMILY - Ranch - Des Moines, IA

Type:Duplex

Property size:

1,254 SF

Lot size:

0.20 Acres

HighLights

All‑brick duplex built in 1949 with a ranch architectural style
Each unit features a walkout lower level with laundry, with room for future finishing or additional rental potential
Living area includes a fireplace, large windows, and dining area; dining room and kitchen support everyday entertaining
Kitchen appliances include a gas range, refrigerator, and dishwasher
Remodeled bathroom with tile floor and shower; flooring includes tile and hardwood, plus recently refinished wood floors and fresh paint
Utilities: public water and public sewer; central air and forced‑air natural gas heating; parking for one vehicle per unit plus ample street parking

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Pending

$319,000

MULTI_FAMILY - Ranch - Des Moines, IA

Type:Duplex

Property size:

1,254 SF

Lot size:

0.20 Acres

Added:: Apr 3, 2026
Days on Market:: 86
Last Refresh:: Jun 27 at 9:06 pm

Property Features for 576 & 578 SW 42nd Street

General Information

Property type: Residential Multi Family
Property subtype: Duplex
Zoning: N5
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Rooms: Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
Interior features: DiningArea
Fireplace: 1
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
Standard status: Pending
APN: 09004377000000
Size: 1,254 SF
Lot size: 0.20 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Description: E 170 F N 1/2 LOT 47 LINDEN HEIGHTS
Tax Annual Amount: 4839

Utilities

Sewer type: Public Sewer
Heating system: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling system: Central Air
Water source: Public

Building Details

Year built: 1949
Floors in Building: 1
Flooring type: Tile, Hardwood
Building materials: Brick
Roof type: Shingle, Asphalt
Architectural style: Ranch

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Al Tramontina

Listing agent Al Tramontina

Listing office RE/MAX Precision 2202 Woodlands Parkway, Clive, IA

Listing date Apr 3, 2026

MLS# 737686 Listing URL

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HighLights

All‑brick duplex built in 1949 with a ranch architectural style
Each unit features a walkout lower level with laundry, with room for future finishing or additional rental potential
Living area includes a fireplace, large windows, and dining area; dining room and kitchen support everyday entertaining
Kitchen appliances include a gas range, refrigerator, and dishwasher
Remodeled bathroom with tile floor and shower; flooring includes tile and hardwood, plus recently refinished wood floors and fresh paint
Utilities: public water and public sewer; central air and forced‑air natural gas heating; parking for one vehicle per unit plus ample street parking

Overview

This duplex is located in a desirable South-of-Grand neighborhood. The all-brick cottage includes recently refinished wood floors and fresh paint. The units feature a great room with a fireplace and large windows that provide natural light, kitchen appliances including a gas range, refrigerator, and dishwasher, a dining area, one bedroom, and a remodeled bathroom with tile floor and shower. Each unit includes a walkout lower level with laundry and the opportunity for future finish or additional rental units. The lower levels can be used for storage, a workout room, or hobbies. The wooded backyard includes shared garden beds. The driveway has one parking space for each unit, plus ample street parking. The large 0.1951-acre lot offers the opportunity to build a garage or an additional dwelling unit. The property is near bike trails and the western edge of Des Moines. The property is zoned N5. The property size is 1254 square feet.

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City: Des Moines
County: Polk
State: Iowa
Longitude: -93.67476
Latitude: 41.571981

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576 & 578 SW 42nd Street

What type of property is this?

Duplex - Desirable South-of-Grand duplex with potential for additional rental units.

Where is this duplex located?

The property is located at 576 & 578 SW 42nd Street Des Moines, IA.

What is the asking price?

The asking price for this property is $319,000.

What are key features of this property?

This property features: All‑brick duplex built in 1949 with a ranch architectural style; Each unit features a walkout lower level with laundry, with room for future finishing or additional rental potential; Living area includes a fireplace, large windows, and dining area; dining room and kitchen support everyday entertaining

576 & 578 SW 42nd Street, Des Moines, IA 50312

MULTI_FAMILY - Ranch - Des Moines, IA

Property Features for 576 & 578 SW 42nd Street

General Information

Taxes and HOA fees

Utilities

Building Details

We can help!

HighLights

Overview

Current Use by Public Records

Suggested Use

Location Insight

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