This charming 1-story home on Des Moines' southside is brimming with potential! Perfect for nature lovers, the property boasts a spacious lot backing up to a park and features both an open front porch and an enclosed back porch for enjoying the outdoors. Inside, find original details throughout, including ornate woodwork, glass handle doors, and a beautiful chandelier. The spacious formal living and dining room offer functional living space, while a flexible third space featuring beautiful French doors could be used as a first-floor bedroom, office space or playroom. The adjacent kitchen and laundry room are conveniently located and round out the main floor. Upstairs, discover two bedrooms and a full bathroom. Peace of mind comes with the knowledge that the HVAC system, roof, and gutters were all updated in 2022 and 2023. The dry unfinished basement is great for extra storage space or a workshop and the detached oversized 2-car garage is a feature that is hard to find in homes of this age. Reach out for a private tour today.