$500,000
Est. $2,536/mo2 bd•1,167 sq ft
1251 S 230th Street, Des Moines, WA 98198
• Listed 2025-10-09•11 days on market
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PRICED TO SELL!!! NO HOA and a preferred lender credit available, up to 1% closing costs help! Built in 1920, this well-maintained home has withstood the test of time, offering solid construction paired with thoughtful modern updates. Inside, enjoy the beautiful modern updates to include granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, durable LVP flooring, sound-resistant windows, and a 50-year roof for long-term peace of mind. This home was pre-inspected so you can see how SOLID this home truly is. It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a 1-car garage, blending classic character with comfortable living. A cozy fireplace adds warmth during cooler months. Located at the end of a quiet dead-end road, the property offers exceptional privacy while remaining just minutes from the Des Moines waterfront, marina, beaches, restaurants, and local shops. The generous lot offers future potential, including space to explore a DADU/ADU, detached shop, or 2nd small residence (buyer to verify). The ravine behind the home was previously evaluated by a geotechnical surveyor and determined to be stable. You have peace of mind knowing the privacy and serenity of this property will never change -the land behind the home is YOURS, ensuring lasting privacy with no future development. That means the privacy of this property will always remain in place! This is a rare opportunity where charm, updates, location & potential come together. Come see it, fall in love and move into your next home!
Listed by Danylle Guerrero • KW Lake Washington So
Listing updated: May 17, 2026 at 03:42pm
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Source: NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2443099
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Des Moines is a seller's market.
Inventory is low and competition is high. Sellers have more negotiating power.
Offer insight: Well-priced homes draw multiple offers; others sell close to asking.
List to sale price: The average home sells very close to list price.
Time on market: The average home goes pending in around 28 days.
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Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
3.3/10
Some bikeability
Minimal bike infrastructure
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