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6924 Mill Pond Drive -- $183,900

Jon Smith (Iowa Realty) — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 00:55:06 -0700

Jon Smith | Iowa Realty | (515) 453-6503

6924 Mill Pond Drive, Urbandale, IA

Sharp Urbandale Two-Story on Cul-de-Sac with Majestic Wood Backdrop!

3BR/2+1BA Single Family House

offered at $183,900

Year Built	1992
Sq Footage	1,584
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 1 partial
Floors	2
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	7,666 sqft
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

An open and bright two-story foyer welcomes you in. The foyer opens to a light and bright living room boasting neutral wall tones, soaring ceilings and large window allowing for natural light to embrace this space.

Enjoy preparing meals in the completely renovated kitchen updated with new cabinets and countertops within the last two years.

Adjacent to the kitchen is a dining room with ceiling fan that is spacious enough for a family sized table making it perfect for any dinning occasion large or small.

Gather in the large family room with family and friends. It features custom wall tones, fireplace with mantle and slider opening to deck that stretches across the entire rear of the home.

The second floor boasts a spacious and romantic master suite, lovely master bath, laundry area, two additional family bedrooms and main bath.

In the lower level you will find a walkout basement offering a finished media room, office area and plenty of storage.

As an added bonus this home also provides plenty of storage besides the two-car garage in addition to a shed in the fenced back yard.

Don’t miss your opportunity to call this GEM home. Call today to schedule your private viewing!

Contact Jon Smith of Iowa Realty for more information or to schedule a showing. Visit www.DesmoinesHomeSource.com or email JonSmith@IowaRealty.com

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Fireplace
- Family room	- Living room	- Dining room
- Stove/Oven	- Microwave	- Basement
- Laundry area - inside	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio	- Yard

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

- Boasts a Gorgeous Tree Backdrop!

- Kitchen Completely Renovated within the Last Two Years!

- Lower Level Walkout Basement!

- Second Level Laundry!

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Front	Living Room
Dining	Kitchen
Family Room	Master Bedroom

Contact info:

Jon Smith

Iowa Realty

(515) 453-6503

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Sep 28, 2010, 10:34pm PDT

4709 E. Merced Street -- $189,900

Jon Smith (Iowa Realty) — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 16:45:17 -0700

Jon Smith | Iowa Realty | (515) 453-6503

4709 E. Merced Street, Des Moines, IA

Lovely New Construction Waits for You!

3BR/1+2BA Single Family House

offered at $184,900

Year Built	2010
Sq Footage	1,594
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	1 full, 2 partial
Floors	2
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	8,250 sqft
HOA/Maint	$10 per month

DESCRIPTION

This home is located in Summersfield Community just west of the Highway 65 Bypass and south of Highway 6. Hubbell Homes New Brighton plan is a 3 bedroom 2 story home with 1530 square feet. Spacious eat in kitchen with Bayfield Birch cabinets with espresso stain and Bryce Canyon Maple laminate floors. Master bedroom features box ceiling with walk-in closet and full bath. Low maintenance exterior fully landscaped and sodded lot. Ask or call about the money saving benefits of going through our preferred lender and 5 years full tax abatement.

Contact Jon Smith of Iowa Realty for more information or to schedule a showing. Visit www.DesmoinesHomeSource.com or email JonSmith@IowaRealty.com

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Tile floor
- Dishwasher	- Stove/Oven	- Microwave
- Laundry area - inside	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio	- Yard

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

- Great New Construction in Summersfield Community!

- Eat-in Kitchen!

- Espresso Stained Bayfield Birch Cabinets!

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Front of Home	Great Room
Kitchen	Dining Area
Kitchen to Great Room	Bedroom

Contact info:

Jon Smith

Iowa Realty

(515) 453-6503

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Sep 3, 2010, 10:11am PDT

4701 E. Merced Street -- $178,900

Jon Smith (Iowa Realty) — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 12:39:54 -0700

Jon Smith | Iowa Realty | (515) 453-6503

4701 E. Merced Street, Des Moines, IA

Lovely 3 Bedroom Ranch Plan!

3BR/2BA Single Family House

offered at $178,900

Year Built	2010
Sq Footage	1,382
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	8,232 sqft
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Enjoy this 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and approximately 1350 square feet. Large eat in kitchen with center island, pantry and beautiful espresso cabinetry. Other features include 1st floor laundry, daylight windows, 2 car garage, deck and low maintenance exterior.

Located in Hubbell Homes' Summersfield development with FULL 5 Year TAX ABATEMENT and Southeast Polk Schools (Delaware Elementary School within walking distance).

Contact Jon Smith of Iowa Realty for more information or to schedule a showing. Visit www.DesmoinesHomeSource.com or email JonSmith@IowaRealty.com

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- High/Vaulted ceiling
- Living room	- Dishwasher	- Stove/Oven
- Microwave	- Basement	- Laundry area - inside
- Balcony, Deck, or Patio	- Yard

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

- New Construction!

- Great Eat-In Kitchen!

- Located in Southeast Polk School District!

- Complete with Sizable Deck!

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Front	Great Room
Breakfast Bar	Kitchen
Bedroom	Bathroom

Contact info:

Jon Smith

Iowa Realty

(515) 453-6503

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Sep 28, 2010, 10:34pm PDT

4725 E. Merced Street -- $184,900

Jon Smith (Iowa Realty) — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 12:00:56 -0700

Jon Smith | Iowa Realty | (515) 453-6503

4725 E. Merced Street, Des Moines, IA

Hubbell Homes Henderson Ranch Plan!

3BR/2BA Single Family House

offered at $184,900

Year Built	2010
Sq Footage	1,350
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	8,250 sqft
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

New Construction Home with over 1350 Square Feet and Large Eat-in Kitchen is a Must See!

This home has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and approximately 1350 square feet. It boasts a large eat in Kitchen with center island, pantry and beautiful espresso cabinetry. Other features include 1st floor Laundry, Daylight windows, 2 car garage, deck, and low maintenance exterior.

Located in Hubbell Homes' Summersfield development with FULL 5 Year TAX ABATEMENT and Southeast Polk Schools (Delaware Elementary School within walking distance).

Contact Jon Smith of Iowa Realty for more information or to schedule a showing. Visit www.DesmoinesHomeSource.com or email JonSmith@IowaRealty.com

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Fireplace
- Living room	- Dishwasher	- Stove/Oven
- Microwave	- Basement	- Laundry area - inside
- Balcony, Deck, or Patio	- Yard

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

- Great New Construction!

- Located in Southeast Polk School District!

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Front of Home	Great Room
Kitchen	View to Dining Area
Bedroom	Bathroom

Contact info:

Jon Smith

Iowa Realty

(515) 453-6503

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Sep 28, 2010, 10:34pm PDT

5816 Pleasant Drive -- $210,000

Jon Smith (Iowa Realty) — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 14:24:05 -0700

Jon Smith | Iowa Realty | (515) 453-6503

5816 Pleasant Drive, Des Moines, IA

Beautiful Ranch Home in Waterbury Area!

3BR/2BA Single Family House

offered at $210,000

Year Built	1948
Sq Footage	1,596
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	10,950 sqft
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

A gorgeous brick exterior welcomes you home to this beautiful ranch home just off the bike trial. It boasts 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and approximately 1596 square feet with 2 car attached garage.

The bright and airy formal living is seen from the foyer and invites you into the home. A wall of windows offers loads of natural light to fill this space making it comfortable and warming. The formal dining room is very cheerful with large windows and great built-in shelves just perfect for showcasing your prized knick knacks. Having dinner parties will be a breeze here with the abundance of space this room flaunts. An eat-in kitchen with plenty of cabinets is featured. Preparing meals will be more of a delight and less of a chore. When the day is done relax your bones in the master suite with lots of storage space and en-suite master bath making it a great nighttime retreat. This home offers a lot of room for entertaining with a spacious family room great for any gathering. Outdoors enjoy a large deck and patio area next to the pool in the large private fenced backyard.

Contact Jon Smith of Iowa Realty for more information or to schedule a showing. Visit www.DesmoinesHomeSource.com or email JonSmith@IowaRealty.com

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Hardwood floor
- Tile floor	- Family room	- Living room
- Dining room	- Dishwasher	- Refrigerator
- Stove/Oven	- Microwave	- Basement
- Balcony, Deck, or Patio	- Yard	- Swimming pool

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

- Bright and Airy Floor Plan!

- Boasts a Formal Living and Dining Room!

- Lovely Pool and Fenced Backyard!

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Front	Living Room
Dining Room	Kitchen
Master Bedroom	Swimming Pool

Contact info:

Jon Smith

Iowa Realty

(515) 453-6503

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Jul 1, 2010, 10:06am PDT

4721 E. Merced Street -- $178,900

Jon Smith (Iowa Realty) — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 13:42:57 -0700

Jon Smith | Iowa Realty | (515) 453-6503

4721 E. Merced Street, Des Moines, IA

Hubbell Homes new Crawford Plan!

3BR/2BA Single Family House

offered at $178,900

Year Built	2010
Sq Footage	1,375
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	8,250 sqft
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

This is a beautiful ranch home with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and approximately 1375 square feet. Fireplace in great room, large eat in kitchen, pantry and beautiful birch cabinetry. Other features include first floor laundry, 2 car garage, deck and low maintenance exterior.

Ask about our HERS energy rating! Located in Hubbell Homes Summersfield development just off the Altoona Highway 65 exit. FULL 5 Year TAX ABATEMENT and Southeast Polk Schools (Delaware Elementary School within walking distance).

Contact Jon Smith of Iowa Realty for more information or to schedule a showing. Visit www.DesmoinesHomeSource.com or email JonSmith@IowaRealty.com

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Fireplace
- Tile floor	- Living room	- Dishwasher
- Stove/Oven	- Microwave	- Laundry area - inside
- Balcony, Deck, or Patio	- Yard

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

- New Construction Home!

- Will Offer a Great Eat-In Kitchen!

- Rear Deck Included!

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Front	Foyer
Great Room	Kitchen
Dining Area	Bedroom

Contact info:

Jon Smith

Iowa Realty

(515) 453-6503

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Sep 28, 2010, 10:33pm PDT

1013 E. Shawnee Ave -- $119,900 -- Sold!

Jon Smith (Iowa Realty) — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 13:02:47 -0700

Jon Smith | Iowa Realty | (515) 453-6503

1013 E. Shawnee Ave, Des Moines, IA

Welcome Home!

3BR/1+1BA Single Family House

offered at $119,900

Year Built	1961
Sq Footage	1,040
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	1 full, 1 partial
Floors	1
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	8,280 sqft
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Come see this sharp updated ranch in great North East area just off of the DART Line.

Enjoy summer days on the spacious front deck while sipping lemonade and watching the days roll by. An open living room welcomes you into the home offering large windows for ample natural light and neutral tones. An eat-in kitchen with oak cabinets, cooling ceiling fan and sliders to large rear deck is boasted making preparing meals a delight. This fabulous home includes 3 bedrooms with half bath off of the master. The basement is finished with tile flooring adding lots of living space for entertaining or relaxing with the family. There are updated Vinyl windows with metal siding and a fenced yard that is great for little ones. The home also includes a large 2 car garage with carport storage area in attic.

Contact Jon Smith of Iowa Realty for more information or to schedule a showing. Visit www.DesmoinesHomeSource.com or email JonSmith@IowaRealty.com

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Hardwood floor
- Tile floor	- Living room	- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator	- Stove/Oven	- Basement
- Balcony, Deck, or Patio	- Yard

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

- Two Great Decks!

- Spacious Floor Plan!

- Eat-in Kitchen with Sliders to Rear Deck!

- Finished Basement!

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Front	Living Room
Kitchen	Master Bedroom
Second Bedroom	Finished Basement

Contact info:

Jon Smith

Iowa Realty

(515) 453-6503

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Jul 1, 2010, 8:39am PDT

4229 E. 48th Street -- $173,900 -- SOLD!

Jon Smith (Iowa Realty) — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 20:31:27 -0700

Jon Smith | Iowa Realty | (515) 453-6503

4229 E. 48th Street, Des Moines, IA

Hubbell Homes New Jaxton Plan!

3BR/2+1BA Single Family House

offered at $173,900

Year Built	2010
Sq Footage	1,426
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 1 partial
Floors	2
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	8,800 sqft
HOA/Maint	$10 per month

DESCRIPTION

This is a beautiful two-story home has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and approximately 1426 square feet. It features a large eat in kitchen with pantry and beautiful espresso cabinetry. Basement features daylight windows and plumbed for 3/4 bath. Other features include Second floor Laundry, 2 car garage, deck, and low maintenance exterior.

Located in Hubbell Homes' Summersfield development with FULL 5 Year TAX ABATEMENT and Southeast Polk Schools (Delaware Elementary School within walking distance).

Contact Jon Smith of Iowa Realty for more information or to schedule a showing. Visit www.DesmoinesHomeSource.com or email JonSmith@IowaRealty.com

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Fireplace
- Tile floor	- Family room	- Dishwasher
- Stove/Oven	- Microwave	- Basement
- Laundry area - inside	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio	- Yard

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

- New Construction Home!

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Front Exterior

Rear View of Home

Contact info:

Jon Smith

Iowa Realty

(515) 453-6503

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Jun 17, 2010, 4:10pm PDT

4717 E Merced Street -- $179,900

Jon Smith (Iowa Realty) — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 19:20:35 -0700

Jon Smith | Iowa Realty | (515) 453-6503

4717 E Merced Street, Des Moines, IA

Hubbell Homes New Brighton Plan!

3BR/2+1BA Single Family House

offered at $177,900

Year Built	2010
Sq Footage	1,530
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 1 partial
Floors	2
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	8,250 sqft
HOA/Maint	$10 per month

DESCRIPTION

This is a beautiful two-story home with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and approximately 1540 square feet. Open floor plan with great room view makes entertaining guest or family ideal. The large eat in kitchen over looks the great room and features center island, pantry and beautiful espresso stained cabinetry. Enjoy a romantic and tranquil master bedroom with neutral tones and plenty of space. Additional features include a first floor laundry, 2 car garage, deck and low maintenance exterior.

Located in Hubbell Homes Summersfield development with FULL 5 Year TAX ABATEMENT and Southeast Polk Schools (Delaware Elementary School within walking distance).

Contact Jon Smith of Iowa Realty for more information or to schedule a showing. Visit www.DesmoinesHomeSource.com or email JonSmith@IowaRealty.com

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Fireplace
- Tile floor	- Family room	- Dishwasher
- Stove/Oven	- Microwave	- Basement
- Laundry area - inside	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

- Great First Time Buyer Home!

- Lovely Eat-In Kitchen with Sit Down Island!

- Open and Bright Floor Plan!

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Front of Home	Rear of Home
Family Room	Dining Area
Kitchen	Master Bedroom

Contact info:

Jon Smith

Iowa Realty

(515) 453-6503

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Sep 3, 2010, 10:10am PDT

509 NW Valley View Drive -- $134,900 -- SOLD!

Jon Smith (Iowa Realty) — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 15:33:12 -0800

Jon Smith | Iowa Realty | 515-453-6503

509 NW Valley View Drive, Grimes, IA

Great Sharp Grimes Area Split Foyer Plan Home!

3BR/2BA Single Family House

offered at $134,900

Year Built	1979
Sq Footage	984
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	Unspecified
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	7,797 sqft
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

This wonderful home offers an easy low maintenance exterior featuring vinyl and vinyl windows. Inside you will find the first floor host a nicely sized Living Room, Large Eat-in Kitchen that provides direct access to rear deck through sliders, Den and Master Bedroom. Neutral tones throughout allows you to move in and make this home your own with ease.

The lower level includes 2 Bedrooms a second Full Bath and Family Room with ceiling fan. Entertaining outdoors will be a breeze with the 12x24 deck perfect for barbecuing.

Large 2 car detached garage and privacy fence complete the spacious backyard. Call today for your private viewing.

Contact Jon Smith of Iowa Realty for more information or to schedule a showing. Visit www.DesmoinesHomeSource.com or email JonSmith@IowaRealty.com

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Family room
- Living room	- Breakfast nook	- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator	- Stove/Oven	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio
- Yard

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

- Great Low Maintenance Vinyle Exterior!

- Nicely Sized Bedrooms!

- Large Eat-in Kitchen with Access to Rear Deck!

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Front	Living Room
Dining Area	Kitchen
Bedroom	Family Room

Contact info:

Jon Smith

Iowa Realty

515-453-6503

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Feb 18, 2010, 9:35am PST

7004 Twana Drive -- $149,900 - SOLD!

Jon Smith (Iowa Realty) — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 12:00:28 -0800

Jon Smith | Iowa Realty | 515-453-6503

7004 Twana Drive, Urbandale, IA

Break Out your Urbandale Spirit!

3BR/1.5BA Single Family House

offered at $149,900

Year Built	1969
Sq Footage	1,132
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	1 full, 2 partial
Floors	1
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	9,365 sqft
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Enjoy this very sharp split foyer plan located just footstep from the new high school football field. This adorable home boasts 3 large bedrooms with 3/4 bath off the Master Bedroom.

A spacious Living Room with neutral tones and cooling ceiling fan great you upon your arrival home. It sits adjacent to both the Dining Room and Kitchen making it the perfect place to entertain.

The Dining Room features gorgeous wood flooring and a ceiling fan. There is a convenient pass through to the kitchen allowing you to serve meals with ease. Access your large 400 square foot deck from the double doors located in the Dining Room just off the Kitchen. Entertaining outdoors will be a simple task with this floor plans natural flow.

At home chefs will love the open and airy Kitchen flaunting a beautiful brick backsplash, updated maple kitchen cabinets and pantry. As an added convenience there is a sit down breakfast area and pass through to the dining room which keeps you connected with family or guest while preparing meals.

In the Master Bedroom you will find cooling wall tones, designer ceiling fan and plenty of space. It truly is a lovely nighttime retreat also offering a great ¾ bath.

Each of the additional bedrooms is nicely sized and feature sports themed walls great for little ones.

In the basement there is a finished Family Room complete with a brick flanked fireplace and half bath.

A wonderful fenced backyard offers plenty of running room as well as a fantastic view to the new high school football field. Sit on your huge deck and enjoy live sporting events right from the comfort of your very own home.

Contact Jon Smith of Iowa Realty for more information or to schedule a showing. Visit www.DesmoinesHomeSource.com or email JonSmith@IowaRealty.com

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Hardwood floor
- Family room	- Living room	- Dining room
- Dishwasher	- Stove/Oven	- Microwave
- Laundry area - inside	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio	- Yard

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

- Great Split Level Home with Basement!

- Open and Airy Floor Plan!

- Nicely Sized Bedrooms!

- Beautiful Hardwood Floors in the Dining Room!

- Large 400 Square Foot Deck Overlooking Backyard and New High School Football Field!

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Front	Living Room
Dining Area	Kitchen
Family Area	Master Bedroom

Contact info:

Jon Smith

Iowa Realty

515-453-6503

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Jan 7, 2010, 1:01pm PST

9721 Aurora Ave -- $249,900 -- REDUCED -- SOLD!

Jon Smith (Iowa Realty) — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 17:32:09 -0700

Jon Smith | Iowa Realty | 515-453-6503

9721 Aurora Ave, Urbandale, IA

Take A Look At This Golf View – Best Area Buy!

4BR/2.5BA Single Family House

offered at $249,900

Year Built	1985
Sq Footage	2,904
Bedrooms	4
Bathrooms	2 full, 2 partial
Floors	2
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	9,310 sqft
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Bank Owned!

With over 2900 square feet of living space on the upper 2 floors you will see lots of value. The main floor includes a spacious open 2 story entry with formal living and dining rooms and 1/2 bath. The kitchen has a spacious dining area with granite counter tops including the center island, oak cabinets and large pantry. Family room includes oak wainscoting, fireplace and built-in space for television. Second floor includes library/den, 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths and laundry room. Basement is finished and includes a 3/4 bath. Other features include the 2+ car garage, deck and fenced yard. Great location near Urbandale bike/walking path system. This seller has included a Home Security of American Home Warranty.

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PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Fireplace
- Tile floor	- Family room	- Living room
- Office/Den	- Dining room	- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator	- Stove/Oven	- Granite countertop
- Basement	- Laundry area - inside	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

- Homes Comes with Home Security of American Home Warranty

- Includes Drapes/Curtains

- Great Location New Bike and Walking Trails

- Home Features Formal Dining and Living Room

- Fabulous Eat-In Kitchen with Granite Counter Tops

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Front	Living Room
Dining Room	Kitchen
Family Room	Master Bedroom

Contact info:

Jon Smith

Iowa Realty

515-453-6503

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Sep 2, 2009, 10:39pm PDT

3512 Franklin Ave -- $124,990 -- SOLD

Jon Smith (Iowa Realty) — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 11:59:12 -0700

Jon Smith | Iowa Realty | 515-453-6503

3512 Franklin Ave, Des Moines, IA

Fabulous Bungalow located in Wonderful Beaverdale Area!

2BR/1BA Single Family House

offered at $124,990

Year Built	1930
Sq Footage	985
Bedrooms	2
Bathrooms	1 full, 0 partial
Floors	Unspecified
Parking	1 Car garage
Lot Size	6,950 sqft
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Built in 1930 this home has approximately 985 square feet of living area on the main level with 2 bedrooms and one bath.

A wonderful charming atmosphere surrounds you in the open and bright living room boasting a decorative fireplace, gleaming wood floors and ample natural light to set the tone.

Dinner parties of a sizable amount or intimate settings will be a breeze in the lovely dining room offering French door access to the incredible backyard.

The kitchen has been updated with stainless steel appliances and eating area making this great kitchen functional and a delight to prepare meals in. Off the kitchen is the one car attached garage with opener for you convenience.

There is a sun porch off the kitchen eating area that opens to the backyard patio which is a huge plus for entertaining.

The bedrooms are nicely sized and make grand nighttime retreats for you and your guest.

In the partially finished basement there is a recreation room great for hosting family game night or for just having friends over for a swell time. This home is walking distance to grocery store, restaurants, and the bus transportation. Don't miss out on your opportunity to call it home!

Contact Jon Smith of Iowa Realty for more information or to schedule a showing. Visit www.DesmoinesHomeSource.com or email JonSmith@IowaRealty.com

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PROPERTY FEATURES

• Hardwood floor	• Refrigerator	• Stove/Oven
• Washer	• Dryer	• Balcony, Deck, or Patio
• Yard

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

• Wonderful Locaton!

• Close to Shopping and Public Transportation

• Updated Kitchen with Stainless Appliances

• Great Sunroom off the Kitchen

• Sizeable Bedrooms

• Basement Recreation Room Great for Fun!

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Front	Living Room
Dining Room	Bedroom
Second Bedroom	Backyard

Contact info:

Jon Smith

Iowa Realty

515-453-6503

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Jul 6, 2009, 8:43am PDT

Being Prepared For A Power Outage

Jon Smith (Iowa Realty) — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 10:14:40 -0800

A power outage is inconvenient, whether it lasts a second or an hour. Because you never know when a power outage will strike, you can minimize the problems and safety hazards of a power outage by following these simple suggestions to protect your family and home.

Be Prepared

Don’t wait for a power outage to buy emergency supplies, be prepared and have everything you need on hand. If your power goes out, it’s likely you could find the store shelves raided and empty during a power outage. It is a good idea to purchase emergency home kits and store them in a general area in your home so you won’t be searching for needed supplies in the dark in an emergency. While most power outages are short-lived, but some may last days. Here are some things to consider for a long-term outage.

Stock up on:
• Matches and disposable lighters.
• Flashlights and extra batteries. It is recommended you not use candles unless necessary to avoid fire risks.
• Battery operated radio and extra batteries
• Canned goods and dry food mixes. Water and juices. Don’t forget the hand-operated can opener
• Special items for infants, the elderly or family members with special needs and prescription medications
• Paper plates, cups and plastic utensils.
• First-aid kit
• Fire Extinguisher

What To Do During An Outage

• Turn off or disconnect any appliances, equipment (like air conditioners) or electronics you were using when the power went out. When power comes back on, it may come back with momentary "surges" or "spikes" that can damage equipment such as computers and motors in appliances like the air conditioner, refrigerator, washer, or furnace.
• Make sure the oven and stove are off; this will prevent fires if the power comes back on while you’re away. Do not set dishes, towels, or paper on the stove; these may catch on fire if a burner is on when the power comes on.
• Never touch downed power lines or attempt to remove trees from power lines. Contact with power lines may result in serious injury or death. Report any downed lines to your power company and leave the clean up and repair work to the professionals
•Leave the doors of your refrigerator and freezer closed to keep your food as fresh as possible. If you must eat food that was refrigerated or frozen, check it carefully for signs of spoilage. See the Red Cross brochure called, "Help The Power Is Out" for more information on food safety during an outage.
•Use the phone for emergencies only. Listening to a portable radio can provide the latest information. Do not call 9-1-1 for information -- only call to report a life-threatening emergency.

Specific Information For People With Disabilities

• If you use a battery-operated wheelchair, life-support system, or other power-dependent equipment, plan ahead and call your power company before an outage. Many utility companies keep a list and map of the locations of power-dependent customers in case of an emergency. Ask them what alternatives are available in your area. Contact the customer service department of your local utility company(ies) to learn if this service is available in your community.
• If you use a motorized wheelchair or scooter, have an extra battery. A car battery also can be used with a wheelchair but will not last as long as a wheelchair's deep-cycle battery. If available, store a lightweight manual wheelchair for backup.
• If a loved one is blind or has a visual disability, store a talking or Braille clock or large-print timepiece with extra batteries.
• If you are Deaf or have a hearing loss, consider getting a small portable battery-operated television set. Emergency broadcasts may give information in American Sign Language (ASL) or open captioning.

Additional Preparedness Tips

• Protect sensitive electronic equipment, such as computers, televisions and other devices, with surge suppressors.
• Make sure you know how to safely reset your circuit breaker or change fuses. Keep extra fuses on hand.
• If a well is your source for water, plan ahead to determine how you will get drinking water. Store containers of water for cooking and washing.
• If you have an electric garage door opener, find out where the manual release lever is located and learn how to operate it. Sometimes garage doors can be heavy, so get help to lift it. If you regularly use the garage as the primary means of entering your home upon return from work, be sure to keep a key to your house with you, in case the garage door will not open.

Power outages are one of the most common emergencies that occur. They can be caused by storms, accidents in which power lines are knocked down, circuit overloads, etc. Power failures can last for an extended period of time or for a brief moment, but no matter the length of time, they cause a disruption in everyday life. Take the time to prepare for a power outage and to gain the knowledge needed to respond safely and effectively during the emergency. A few simple preparations can greatly reduce the inconveniences caused by a power outage.