2228 Thornton Drive Des Moines, IA 50321

Single Family Detached MLS #: 691120 Courtesy Of Platinum Realty

$298,000

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,352 sq ft
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Est. Property Tax: $4,530
Estimated monthly payments: $1,680/mo.* (recalculate)

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Nestled in the Wakonda Hills neighborhood on almost a 1/2 acre, this 3 Bedroom/2 Bathroom ranch home has privacy in the back with wooded views, where you will most likely catch a glance of deer from the Beautiful 4-season sunroom(New in 2016 from Sunroom Escapes with possible transferrable warranty) with a mini split unit to keep you comfortable all year round. Church owns land behind home so will never be developed. Lot also extends approx. 10 ft. past both sides of fence according to seller. Beautiful Hardwood floors throughout the very large living room, dining area, 2 good size bedrooms, and a full bath(updated in 2016) on the main floor. Brand new appliances in the updated kitchen (2016) , as well as new sink and disposal. New picture window in front, New steel door leading to garage, New A/C in 2023, roof and steel siding new in 2016. New belt driven garage door opener and gorgeous wood-look overhead door. New laminate floor on the staircase lead you downstairs to a large area that can be used as a 2nd family room or rec-room with walk-out to the fully fenced in backyard. Another bedroom with new laminate flooring and bathroom with a shower on this level as well as plenty of storage in the un-finished portion. There is a radon mitigation system installed as well! Top this all off with a one car garage. Close to downtown, airport, and many amenities! It has great Bones! Don't miss this it!... Schedule your showing today!
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Features

  • Age: Over 50 Years Old
  • Amenities: Lawn, Patio, Basement
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Architecture Style: Ranch
  • Cooling System: Central A/C
  • Exterior Type: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Floor Covering: Hardwood, Wood
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating System: Forced Air
  • Lot Size: 0.46 Acres
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Rooms: Basement, Bedroom, Full Bath, Three-Quarter Bath

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School Information

2228 Thornton Drive, Des Moines, IA 50321

Elementary School
Grades KG-5 | Public School
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Des Moines, IA 50321
2425 Watrous Ave
515.­242.8416
Distance: 0.1 mi
School Rating
C
Student:Teacher Ratio
16:1
Total Students
371
Middle School
Grades 6-8 | Public School
BRODY MIDDLE SCHOOL
Des Moines, IA 50321
2501 Park Ave
515.­242.8443
Distance: 0.5 mi
School Rating
F
Student:Teacher Ratio
17:1
Total Students
686
High School
Grades 9-12 | Public School
LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL
Des Moines, IA 50315
2600 SW 9th St
515.­242.7500
Distance: 1.4 mi
School Rating
D-
Student:Teacher Ratio
26:1
Total Students
2423
Other Nearby Schools Distance Type Grades School Rating
Des Moines Adventist School 0.1 mi Private PK-8
Wright Elementary School 1.0 mi Public KG-5 C-
Park Avenue Elementary School 1.3 mi Public KG-5 C-
Orchard Place School 1.6 mi Public KG-12
Virtual Campus 1.6 mi Public 9-12
South Union Elementary School 1.8 mi Public KG-5 F
Morris Elementary School 1.8 mi Public KG-5 C-
St Anthony Elementary School 2.3 mi Private PK-8
The Downtown School 2.3 mi Public KG-5 C+
Howe Elementary School 2.4 mi Public KG-5 D+
Greenwood Elementary School 2.4 mi Public KG-5 C
Weeks Middle School 2.5 mi Public 6-8 F
Walnut Street Elementary School 2.6 mi Public EE-5 D+
Lovejoy Elementary School 2.6 mi Public KG-5 C-
Mckinley Elementary School 2.7 mi Public EE-5 D-
Ruby Van Meter 2.8 mi Public KG-12
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Demographic Data

Des Moines, IA 50321

Median Age: 36.6
Married: 48%
Number of Households: 3,599
Households with Children: 32.9%
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