Charming and move-in ready, this 2-bedroom gem is nestled right on the edge of Beaverdale! Step inside to find beautifully refinished hardwood floors and fresh paint, giving the home a bright, refreshed feel. Enjoy year-round relaxation in the stunning sunroom, which overlooks a serene, and fenced in private backyard filled with large, mature trees and beautiful plants—your own peaceful retreat. The finished, dry basement offers extra living or storage space (and an additional laundry area), while recent updates include near-new furnace and air conditioning. A perfect blend of classic character and modern upgrades—Enjoy!
Sold for $210,000
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$210,000
1427 Forestdale Dr, Des Moines, IA 50311
2beds
988sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1941
8,929 Square Feet Lot
$209,000 Zestimate®
$213/sqft
$1,348 Estimated rent
Home value
$209,000
$196,000 - $222,000
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Finished dry basementRefinished hardwood floorsFresh paintLarge mature treesBeautiful plantsStunning sunroom
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Listed by:
Dave Steinick,
Keller Williams Realty GDM,
Jeanne Glaser 515-669-4037,
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Bought with:
Thomas Payne
Century 21 Signature
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 719131
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 988
- Total interior livable area: 988 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 220
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Fully Fenced, Patio
- Fencing: Chain Link,Metal,Wood,Full
Lot
- Size: 8,929 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 179
- Features: Irregular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 10004750000000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1941
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $213/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $207,500
- Annual tax amount: $3,732
- Date on market: 5/29/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 3 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/10/2025 | Sold | $210,000$213/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #719131 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2025 | Pending sale | $210,000$213/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #719131 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $210,000+23.6%$213/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #719131 Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2019 | Sold | $169,900$172/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #588165 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2019 | Pending sale | $169,900$172/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty #588165 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2019 | Listed for sale | $169,900$172/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty #588165 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,808 +2% | $207,500 +9.4% |
| 2024 | $3,732 -3.9% | $189,700 |
| 2023 | $3,884 +0.8% | $189,700 +15.1% |
| 2022 | $3,854 +4.4% | $164,800 |
| 2021 | $3,690 +2.3% | $164,800 +11.4% |
| 2020 | $3,606 +7.2% | $147,900 |
| 2019 | $3,364 +1.2% | $147,900 +10.6% |
| 2018 | $3,324 | $133,700 |
| 2017 | $3,324 +14.3% | $133,700 +12.3% |
| 2016 | $2,908 | $119,100 |
| 2015 | $2,908 +13.2% | $119,100 +9.1% |
| 2014 | $2,568 | $109,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $109,200 -0.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $109,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $109,800 -8.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $120,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $120,400 +4.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $115,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $115,200 +11.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $103,300 |
| 2005 | -- | $103,300 +9.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $94,360 +10.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $85,380 |
| 2001 | -- | $85,380 |
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Neighborhood: Beaverdale
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GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Perkins Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Merrill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 5/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
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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