Fully Renovated 100 Year Old Classic Bungalow

988 26th St | Des Moines, IA

Sold December 2024 for

$385,000

Property Description

988 26th St
Des Moines, IA
Built
1923
Property Type
Single family
Baths
2.5
Area
1,600 sq ft
Tax Abatement
10 year
Buyer's Comp
3.00%
Price / Sq Ft
$241
Garage
1 car tuck under
Beds
3
Listing Status
Not available
Renovated
2024

At a Glance

Come home to get away in this completely reimagined arts & crafts 1.5-story bungalow.

Exterior

The siding and windows have been restored. The roof line was bumped out to incorporate an additional half bath on the main floor and a 3/4 bath on the second floor. The front porch has been reconstructed with era-specific details, a back deck with a perched view, new landscaping, a driveway, and retaining walls to complete the project.

Interior

Brand new 3/4 oak hardwoods, designer finishes, new kitchen and baths, and a primary suite on the main floor. The mechanicals have been all replaced with energy-efficient models making this home ready to turn the key and move right in.

Pre-approved Financial Incentives

Ready for a beautifully renovated home with significant long-term savings? Invest DSM financing made these high-end finishes possible, and a tax abatement from the City of Des Moines will dramatically reduce your property taxes for a full ten years.

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When we started, this 100 year old classic was clearly showing its age. But now that we’ve completed the renovation, it rivals any new house in the suburbs - but with a ton more character.

Photo Gallery

Explore our transformation of this century old Drake Neighborhood bungalow.

We know families love an engaging, inviting kitchen. So we transformed the original cramped and grungy kitchen into the focal point of the open-concept main floor living space.
We extended our open-concept design strategy to the entirety of the main floor by converting a chopped up floor plan into an expansive, accessible, contemporary living space.
We modernized the first floor master bedroom / ensuite as well as the two second floor bedrooms.

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Located in the Historic Drake Neighborhood

Drake Neighborhood

Explore the Drake Neighborhood

Anchored by Drake University, this is without a doubt one of Des Moines' most vibrant neighborhoods. We are pumped to partner with Invest DSM in invigorating this dynamic neighborhood.

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Architecture + Design

Before we pick up a crowbar, hammer, or saw, we put our architect and design teams to work.

From initial sketches to detailed elevations, floor plans, and renderings, our architect and design team members collaborate on documents that inform every step of the renovation process.

Explore the elevations, floor plans, and renderings that enabled our tradespeople to transform this property.

Elevations

Our elevations bring out the home's original beauty while refreshing the exterior with modern materials and techniques. The home stays true to its historic charm, while feeling polished and timeless.

Floor Plans

We reimagine the interior of the home, balancing its original character with the expectations and lifestyles of today’s homeowners. We bring out the potential for each living space in ways that optimize livability and structural integrity, while respecting affordability.

Architectural Renderings

Our design team added the final touches to the renderings. Their photorealistic visuals instructed our tradespeople in the proper treatment of proportions, lighting, fixtures, cabinetry, appliances, materials, floorings, window treatments, and textures.

Meet the Team

Behind every successful project is our dedicated team of expert architects, designers, and building trade professionals.

Contact Us

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