3907 Forest Avenue Des Moines, IA $ 268,500
3907 Forest Avenue
$ 268,500
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3907 Forest Avenue

Des Moines, IA, 50311
$ 268,500
Bedrooms2 Baths1.0 Sq 1,328

Monthly Estimate*

$ 1,785

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Single Family Home for sale in Des Moines, IA

for $268,500 with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath. This 1,328 square foot home was built in 1916 on a lot size of 0.117.

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 bedroom. 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 that has enclosed cupboards on each side with ample storage that you will certainly appreciate. Both the front and back yards 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 terrace that overlooks the garden landscaped backyard and pergola.

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Single Family Active

Price

$ 268,500

Bedrooms

2

Full Bath

1

Property Type

Single Family

Taxes

$ 4,213

Style

Craftsman,OneandOneHalfStory

Lot Size

0.117

Year Built

1916

Town/City

Des Moines

County/Region

Polk

MLS | Web ID

692728

Features
General
Interior Features SeparateFormalDiningRoom WindowTreatments
Sewer PublicSewer
Heating Electric ForcedAir NaturalGas
Cooling CentralAir
Roof Asphalt Shingle
Appliances Dryer Dishwasher Microwave Refrigerator Stove
Exterior Features Deck Fence Patio
Zoning RES
Garage Spaces 1.0
Patio/Porch Features Covered Deck Patio
Architectural Style Craftsman OneandOneHalfStory
Security Features SmokeDetectors
Construction Materials Stucco
Year Built 1916
Levels OneandOneHalf
Property SubType Residential
Tax Year 2025
County Polk
New Construction N
Property Type Residential
HOA / Comm Assn N
Attached Garage Y
Garage Y/N Y
Status Active
Directions I 235 to 42nd ST exit north past University to Forest east to 40th St. House is on north side of Forest. There is a parking slab in front. Driveway is shared until reaching the lower part of the driv
City Des Moines
View Y/N N
Senior Community Y/N N
High School District Des Moines Independent
MLS Area Des Moines N.West
Lot Size Units Acres
Lot Size Square Feet 5082.0
Private Pool N
Waterfront Y/N N
Carport Y/N N
Street Name Forest
Listing Terms Cash Conventional FHA VALoan
Property Attached Y/N N
Land Lease Y/N N
Tax Annual Amount 4213.0
Home Warranty Y/N N
Lease Renewal Y/N N
Additional Parcels Y/N N
Lease Considered Y/N N
Rent Control Y/N N
Days on Market 44
Standard Status Active
Occupancy Type Owner
Middle/Junior School District Des Moines Independent
Elementary School District Des Moines Independent
Property Sub Type Additional Residential
Legal Description LOT 1 BLK C FORESTDALE
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Interior
Basement Partial
Flooring Hardwood
Total Fireplaces 1
Basement (Y/N) Y
Air Conditioning Y/N Y
Heating Y/N Y
Fireplace Y/N Y
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 0
3/4 Baths 0
Street Suffix Avenue
Laundry Features MainLevel
Total Bedrooms 2
Below Grade Finished Area 0.0
Electric On Property Y/N N
Total Baths 1
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Exterior
Fencing Wood Partial
Parking Features Attached Detached Garage OneCarGarage Tandem
Water Source Public
Lot Size Area 0.117
Foundation Details BrickMortar
Spa N
Building Area Total 1328.0
Lot Size Acres 0.117
Road Surface Type Asphalt
Crops Included Y/N N
Open Parking Y/N N
Horse Y/N N
Irrigation Water Rights Y/N N
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Internal Only
Street Number 1 3907
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* Excluded Features
List By
Lisa Howard

Listing Agent

Lpt Realty, Llc

Broker

lisahowarddsmrealtor@gmail.com

Email

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Monthly Principal & Interest
$1,785
Monthly Property Taxes
$351
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Nearby
1177584 Elementary School
1177589 Middle School
Unknown High School High School
Pricing History
DatePricePrice ChangeDescription
4/5/2024$268,500 Listed Price

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3907 Forest Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50311 is a Single Family Home for sale at $268,500 with 1,328 sqft and a lot size of 0.117. 3907 Forest Avenue has 2 bedrooms, 1.0 baths, and was built in 1916. The property's zip code is 50311 which is in Des Moines, IA