Property Attributes
- MLS#6339061
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyDES MOINES
- CityBurlington
- AreaDes Moines
- NeighborhoodORIGINAL CITY
- Zip52601
- Style
- Year Built1853
- Taxes$ 5224
- Price$ 589,900
- Bedrooms5
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms2
- Sqr Footage3697
- Lot Size0.5 Acres
Data Source:
Iowa Association of REALTORS®
Property Description
Panoramic Mississippi River views set the stage for this incredible 1850s grand home situated on 3 city lots. Rich with vintage charm, modern updates, and unforgettable architectural detail, this remarkable property offers space, character, and scenery in every direction. Step inside to find a formal dining room, beautiful inlaid hardwood flooring, intricate built-ins, and impressive detailing throughout. The updated kitchen is a delight with granite counters, maple cabinetry, and French doors leading to outdoor living spaces. Enjoy the screened porch, wraparound front porch, and multiple vantage points overlooking the river. There is only one view like this one! The main level offers a bedroom with fireplace and en suite bath, while the second floor features additional bedrooms, fresh paint, new carpet in the north bedroom, convenient second-floor laundry, and a full bath with shower just steps away. One of the upper bedrooms includes hardwood flooring, ceiling fan, balcony access, and gorgeous river views. The floored attic is exactly what you would hope for in a home of this era, featuring a half-moon window, cedar-lined closet, and incredible storage potential. With 12-inch plaster walls, many new windows, a walk-out lower level, 2-car garage, and 3 lots offering room, privacy, and breathtaking views, this one-of-a-kind home blends historic craftsmanship with modern comfort and timeless Mississippi River charm.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 6/4/2026 | Listed $599,900 |
| 7/8/2026 | 2$589,900 |
General Features
| Sewer | City Sewer/Connected |
|---|---|
| Heating | Boiler |
| Cooling | Ductless,Window Unit(s) |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Construction Materials | Brick,Stucco |
| Year Built | 1853 |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2024 |
| Accessibility | None |
| County | Des Moines |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Contingency | None |
| Subdivision Name | ORIGINAL CITY |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | East on Spring to Bluff home is on the right. |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 21780 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 5224 |
| Virtual Tour | https://showcase.whislerstudios.com/order/38304332-dded-4d20-53f7-08debc9da13a?branding=false |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| PostalCity | Burlington |
| Legal Description | ORIGINAL CITY LOTS 220 - 221 - Lots 219 Lot 219 and E 58 1/2 N 1/2 of alley on south |
Interior Features
| Basement | Full |
|---|---|
| Total Fireplaces | 3 |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 3697 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| 1/4 Baths | 1 |
| Total Bedrooms | 5 |
| Total Baths | 4 |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Detached Garage |
|---|---|
| Water Source | City Water - In Street |
| Lot Dimensions | 3 lots |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.5 |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
DMAAR: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS® All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) or information provider(s) shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless. Listing(s) information is provided for consumer's personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers
All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) or information provider(s) shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless. Listing(s) information is provided for consumer's personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The data relating
All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) or information provider(s) shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless. Listing(s) information is provided for consumer's personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The data relating
All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) or information provider(s) shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless. Listing(s) information is provided for consumer's personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The data relating