A rare South of Grand opportunity! This hard-to-find 1.5 story home is nestled on a private, pristine lot of more than 0.6 acres, offering an exceptional combination of space, privacy and location. Beautifully updated in 2019, the home showcases timeless character with hardwood floors throughout and thoughtful updates designed for today’s lifestyle. The main-floor primary suite is truly special, complemented by four additional bedrooms. The custom kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring a Wolf range, Sub-Zero refrigerator and Miele dishwasher. A spacious mudroom connects to the two-car attached garage. The light-filled family room is surrounded by windows overlooking the spectacular backyard, creating an incredible connection to the outdoors. Step outside to the screened-in porch and enjoy the beautifully landscaped grounds with irrigation system and plenty of room to relax, entertain or simply enjoy the privacy. A truly special home in one of Des Moines’ most coveted neighborhoods.
For sale
$959,900
147 Tonawanda Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312
5beds
3,193sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
0.63 Acres Lot
$900,200 Zestimate®
$301/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Screened-in porchTwo-car attached garageSub-zero refrigeratorMiele dishwasherMain-floor primary suiteFour additional bedroomsSpacious mudroom
- 6 days
- 1,586
- 129
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Listed by:
B.J. KNAPP 515-669-5952,
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 748158
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Wet Bar, Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Fireplace, See Remarks, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas, Vented, Wood Burning, Fireplace Screen
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,193
- Total interior livable area: 3,193 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Enclosed Porch, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.63 Acres
- Features: Irregular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 09002143001001
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $301/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $909,800
- Annual tax amount: $13,414
- Date on market: 8/28/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$900,200
$855,000 - $945,000
$3,304/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $959,900+35.2%$301/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #748158 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2019 | Sold | $710,000+71.1%$222/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #578140 Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2018 | Sold | $415,000-27.8%$130/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #562633 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2018 | Price change | $575,000-4.2%$180/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices First Realty #562633 Report a problem | ||
| 3/29/2018 | Listed for sale | $599,900-3.2%$188/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices First Realty #562633 Report a problem | ||
| 1/22/2018 | Sold | $620,000$194/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2017 | Listed for sale | $620,000$194/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,006 +2.1% | $909,800 +11.1% |
| 2024 | $11,760 +8.1% | $818,700 |
| 2023 | $10,874 +0.8% | $818,700 +20.3% |
| 2022 | $10,790 +6.1% | $680,700 |
| 2021 | $10,168 -3.7% | $680,700 +8.7% |
| 2020 | $10,560 -7.9% | $626,500 +50.6% |
| 2019 | $11,464 +1.1% | $416,100 -4.4% |
| 2018 | $11,342 | $435,100 +0.5% |
| 2017 | -- | $432,800 +12.7% |
| 2016 | $9,890 | $384,000 |
| 2015 | $9,890 +1.6% | $384,000 -1.3% |
| 2014 | $9,732 | $389,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $389,000 -0.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $392,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $392,000 +0.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $391,300 |
| 2009 | -- | $391,300 +11.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $351,100 |
| 2007 | -- | $351,100 +9.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $320,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $320,100 +9.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $291,960 +1% |
| 2002 | -- | $289,200 |
| 2001 | -- | $289,200 |
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Neighborhood: Salisbury Oaks
Nearby schools
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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