Historical Homes
Property Overview
Address: 1080 31st St, Des Moines
Price: $524,900
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3
Living Space: 2,693 sq ft
Lot Size: 0.32 acres
Year Built: 1907
Property Type: Single Family Residence
Price per sq ft: $195
Listed by:
Melanee Stanbrough (515-453-5407)
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Source: Zillow
Property Link: https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/1080-31st-St-Des-Moines-IA-50311/795726_zpid/
Photo Credit: Listing photos via Zillow
Not Flipped… Preserved 🧱
Here’s what makes this home special:
👉 It has never been flipped.
No shortcuts. No trend-driven renovations.
Just authentic craftsmanship that has been respected and maintained for over a century.
True Craftsmanship
Details you simply can’t recreate today:
• Original woodwork throughout
• Gleaming hardwood floors
• A stunning stained-glass window
• Classic Edison-style lighting
This is the kind of quality that wasn’t mass-produced—it was built to last.
Modern Updates (Done Right)
• Remodeled kitchen that still honors the home’s character
• Updated fireplace with gas logs
• 3-season room opening to the backyard
👉 Comfort has been added… without erasing history.
A Hidden Gem Upstairs
✔ Finished attic space
Perfect as:
• A primary suite
• A private retreat
• A dream space for teens
It’s one of those areas that makes the home feel personal and flexible.
Bonus Feature 🚗
👉 Original carriage house, now converted into a 3-car garage
Includes loft storage—practical, but still full of historic charm.
Location Perks
Near Drake University
• Established, character-filled neighborhood
• Strong sense of community
• Surrounded by other historic homes
Value Insight 💰
Currently priced $25,000 below its August 2025 appraisal
👉 That’s not just a home—it’s an opportunity.
Who Is This Home For?
This is NOT for someone looking for a sterile, all-white modern space.
✔ This is for someone who appreciates:
• History
• Craftsmanship
• Authentic character
Final Thought
Some homes look good.
Others feel real.
This one has been standing since 1907—
and it still has more soul than most homes built today.
