2808 Cottage Grove Ave Des Moines, IA 50311

Historic beauty w/ every modern touch! Open floor plan shows off all the original woodwork and trim that has been lovingly restored. Not a single inch of this house was left untouched. New windows (2010), doors, insulation, and drywall, very energy efficient. Furnace, AC and water heater new in 2007 with two-zone heating and cooling. Upgrades include an open kitchen with center island. Granite countertops in the kitchen and subway tile backsplash brings warm and elegance to the space. Main floor features extra large living area, formal dining room, library/den with fireplace, and 1/2 bath. Upper level offers 3 bedrooms, 1 3/4 baths, and laundry (new washer/dryer in 2010). Hexagonal tiles and claw foot tub bring a feel of a history to the second level full bathroom. Master Suite features a beautifully tiled 3/4 bath and private sitting deck. 2 more bedrooms and laundry. 3rd Floor family room/entertainment loft. Double detached garage (2010). Tax abatement through 2017. Tucked between two owner-occupied single family homes. Professional and friendly neighbors. We've really enjoyed this location with it's easy access to Smokey Row, downtown, I-235,Ingersoll area, multiple grocery stores, restaurants, hospitals and Drake University. Less

Historic beauty w/ every modern touch! Open floor plan shows off all the original woodwork and trim that has been lovingly restored. Not a single inch of this house was left untouched. New windows (2010), doors, insulation, and drywall, very energy efficient. Furnace, AC and water heater new in 2007 with two-zone heating and cooling. Upgrades include an open kitchen with center island. Granite countertops in the kitchen and subway tile backsplash brings warm and elegance to the space. Main flo Read More