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Sold for $229,000 on 01/30/25
  • $229,000

    3907 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

    2beds
    1,328sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1916
    5,096.52 Square Feet Lot
    $230,600 Zestimate®
    $172/sqft
    $1,481 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $230,600

    $217,000 - $244,000

    $1,481/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    This charming craftsman home has been well cared for by the early owner, an architect. The shadow ceilings are unique and give dimension to the space. Upstairs are two large bedrooms. The master has a large separate sitting room and a nice sized walk in closet. The master also offers many windows overlooking the backyard facing to the north. The bathroom is charming with a modern claw tub, walk-in shower and a floating sink. There are built-in enclosed cupboards on each side of the sink with ample storage that you will certainly appreciate. Both the front and back yard are landscaped with love and detail by the past two owners. Enjoy relaxing on a southern style front porch with ceiling fans to keep you cool. Off the kitchen you’ll enjoy a private deck that overlooks the garden landscaped backyard and pergola. Please reach out to your realtor for a list of home improvements. New roof with warranty, gutters, water heater, all windows restored by historian, kitchen tile floors, side by side driveway (not shared) has new concrete & storm drain, and much more. A bonus parking slab at the front of home. If you wish for a 2nd bathroom on the main, the plumbing lines up in the front room entering the home. See photos for office space. Ideal for a powder room and stackable washer/dryer. All the work has been done by the past two owners. This home is move-in ready.

    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: January 31, 2025 at 11:24am

    Listed by:

    Lisa Howard (515)490-6454,

    LPT Realty, LLC

    Bought with:

    Anna Thomas

    LPT Realty, LLC

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 692728MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
    • Laundry: Main Level
    Features
    • Separate/Formal Dining Room, Window Treatments
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Basement: Partial
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,328
    • Total interior livable area: 1,328 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Attached, Detached, Garage, One Car Garage, Tandem
    • Attached garage spaces: 1
    Features
    • Levels: One and One Half
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio
    • Exterior features: Deck, Fence, Patio
    • Fencing: Wood,Partial
    Lot
    • Size: 5,096 sqft
    Details
    • Parcel number: 10004725000000
    • Zoning: RES

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Craftsman,One and One Half Story
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Stucco
    • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1916

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
    Location
    • Region: Des Moines

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
    • Road surface type: Asphalt

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    1/30/2025Sold$229,000-4.4%$172/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #692728
    1/13/2025Pending sale$239,500$180/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #692728
    11/6/2024Price change$239,500-4%$180/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #692728
    10/4/2024Price change$249,500-1%$188/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #692728
    9/13/2024Price change$252,000-1.2%$190/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #692728

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$4,286 -5.6%$235,300
    2023$4,540 +0.8%$235,300 +16.8%
    2022$4,504 +3.9%$201,500

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Beaverdale

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • District: Des Moines Independent

    Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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