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c. 1900 Queen Anne in Des Moines, IA

Posted on OHD: 7/27/22. Last OHD Update: 7/27/22.
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2312 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

CALLING ALL INVESTORS! Historical Home Three story SF. Was a multi-family dwelling, but with rezoning will need to be converted back to SF. No rental certificate. Home is being sold AS IS. Built in 1900, this three story Queen Anne Victorian home ready to be restored. This home has a lot of potential, with 4100+ sq ft, 12ft tall ceilings, and a .26 acre lot. Many of the walls and ceilings are original, with period trim and hardware. The staircase leading to the second and third floor have original treads, banister, and a half turn with rounded bottom stairs. Lots of original woodwork, trim, flooring, fixtures, stained glass windows, and original fireplace. Home has been professionally upgraded with electric, base heating, and furnace. Lots of potential to convert to a luxury, turn of the century mansion. Also included with the purchase, is a separate 2 story office building with two apartments on top. Could be used for an office/restaurant. Built in 1911, this building is over 2300 square feet AND your commute could be to your own building…right next door. Located one block East of Drake University Field house. Lots of parking. Minutes from the financial district, entertainment, restaurants, and schools.
4,100 Sq Ft · 0.26 Ac.
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