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    1347 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314

    4beds
    1,460sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2008
    6,664.68 Square Feet Lot
    $260,100 Zestimate®
    $178/sqft
    $1,971 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $260,100

    $247,000 - $273,000

    $1,971/mo

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    What's special

    Open concept floor planSleek cabinetsSustainable countertopsLarge windowsBamboo floorsContemporary bathroomSs appliances
    Discover this one of a kind Art Deco inspired 2 story home near Drake University, offering 2000 sq ft of thoughtfully designed living space. Built w/creativity & sustainability in mind, this 4 bed, 2 bath home was envisioned & designed by college students as a model of modern, eco-friendly living. The exterior blends timeless design creating a home that feels both classic & forward thinking. Inside, sunlight streams into large windows highlighting the bamboo floors in the open concept floor plan w/ a seamless flow from living, dining & kitchen perfect for entertaining. The kitchen serves as the centerpiece w/ sleek cabinets, sustainable countertops and SS appliances. Upstairs 2 spacious bedrooms flooded w/natural light & a contemporary bathroom that compliments the home's unique character. Its LEED certified design ensures reduced energy consumption & smaller carbon footprint while maintaining a high standard of comfort & luxury. Enjoy a prime location close to the campus, parks, public library, walking trails, local dining and shops. 1347 Forest Ave isn't just a home.--it's a statement of creativity, community, and conscious living. Designed w/purpose & built to last, it's a rare opportunity to own a modern architectural treasure in one of Des Moines most dynamic neighborhoods.

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    Listed by:

    Randy Brady (515)988-4786,

    LPT Realty, LLC,

    Kyle Clarkson 515-554-2249,

    LPT Realty, LLC

    Bought with:

    Janee Moore

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 728429MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
    Features
    • Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
    • Basement: Egress Windows,Finished
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,460
    • Total interior livable area: 1,460 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 510

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
    • Garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Exterior features: Fence
    • Fencing: Wood,Partial
    Lot
    • Size: 6,664 sqft
    • Dimensions: 50 x 133.4
    • Features: Rectangular Lot
    Details
    • Parcel number: 08003811000000
    • Zoning: NX1

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Art Deco,Two Story
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Cement Siding, Stone
    • Foundation: Poured
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 2008

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

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

    Other

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

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    2/13/2026Sold$260,000-2.6%$178/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #728429 Report a problem
    1/19/2026Pending sale$267,000$183/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #728429 Report a problem
    1/14/2026Price change$267,000-0.3%$183/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #728429 Report a problem
    12/10/2025Price change$267,900-0.2%$183/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #728429 Report a problem
    12/2/2025Price change$268,400-0.6%$184/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #728429 Report a problem
    11/7/2025Price change$269,900-1.8%$185/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #728429 Report a problem
    10/30/2025Price change$274,900-1.8%$188/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #728429 Report a problem
    10/16/2025Listed for sale$279,900+9.8%$192/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #728429 Report a problem
    2/2/2024Sold$255,000-1.5%$175/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #685205 Report a problem
    12/27/2023Pending sale$259,000$177/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #685205 Report a problem
    12/13/2023Price change$259,000-0.3%$177/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #685205 Report a problem
    12/4/2023Price change$259,900-1.9%$178/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #685205 Report a problem
    11/28/2023Price change$265,000-3.6%$182/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #685205 Report a problem
    11/17/2023Price change$275,000-3.5%$188/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #685205 Report a problem
    11/9/2023Listed for sale$285,000+16.1%$195/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #685205 Report a problem
    6/2/2022Sold$245,500+2.3%$168/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #650378 Report a problem
    4/26/2022Pending sale$239,900$164/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #650378 Report a problem
    4/22/2022Listed for sale$239,900+54.9%$164/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #650378 Report a problem
    3/24/2021Listing removed--
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    11/10/2018Listing removed$154,900$106/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    9/28/2018Pending sale$154,900$106/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    8/18/2018Listed for sale$154,900+23.4%$106/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    7/1/2009Sold$125,500$86/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$4,092 +7.6%$238,700 +17.1%
    2024$3,804 +22.8%$203,800
    2023$3,098 +0.8%$203,800 +45.3%
    2022$3,072 +6%$140,300
    2021$2,898 +4574.2%$140,300 +12.5%
    2020$62 $124,700
    2019-- $124,700 +17.3%
    2018-- $106,300
    2017-- $106,300 -1.6%
    2016-- $108,000
    2015-- $108,000 +12%
    2014-- $96,400
    2013-- $96,400 -16.2%
    2012-- $115,100 +2.7%
    2011-- $112,100 -5.4%
    2010-- $118,500 +51.5%
    2009-- $78,200

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: King Irving

    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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