This stately 3 story home sits on a picturesque brick street on a quarter acre lot South of Grand, known for highly coveted, charismatic homes. Built in 1905, this gem has been beautifully & mindfully renovated down to the studs while upholding its historic allure! Meticulous, abundant landscaping along with vintage sophistication welcome you home to nearly 3,000 sqft of charming living with an entertainer's main level, 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms & scenic porch. The home is highlighted by a flowing, spacious layout, two-story entry, hardwood floors & natural light from large windows. A renovated chef's kitchen boasts a 10' island, Miele 36" gas range & wet bar. Perfect for hosting, a great room, formal dining room, cozy 2nd seating area & 3/4 bath also on the main level. Upstairs relax in a sprawling owner's suite with heated tile floors, dual vanities, dual tile shower & rare walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms on this level share a full bath with tub tile surround & heated floor. Enjoy 1st floor laundry with pet wash, a 3rd story bonus space for an office/hangout, park-like views from the screened-in porch overlooking the Racoon River Valley & walkout lower level with half bath. Name an update & it's likely been done from HVAC, roof, electrical, windows, sewer & water lines to main & more. Enjoy 7 years remaining on 10yr Urban Revitalization tax abatement, saving you thousands! Don't miss an opportunity to own a piece of history in one of the city's finest neighborhoods!
Sold for $735,000
$735,000
2606 Forest Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312
3beds
2,696sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1905
0.28 Acres Lot
$732,700 Zestimate®
$273/sqft
$2,785 Estimated rent
Home value
$732,700
$689,000 - $777,000
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Formal dining roomWet barPicturesque brick streetCharming livingScreened-in porchQuarter acre lotWalk-in closet
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Listed by:
Andrew DePhillips (515)707-1026,
RE/MAX Concepts,
Kiley Meyers 319-415-8007,
RE/MAX Concepts
Bought with:
Dawn Edwards
Realty ONE Group Impact
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 718964
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Wet Bar, Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,696
- Total interior livable area: 2,696 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 50
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Carport
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two,Three Or More
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Deck, Enclosed Porch, Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Dimensions: 70 x 177
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 02002009000000
- Zoning: N1B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman,Two Story,Three Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1905
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
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/5/2025 | Sold | $735,000-2%$273/sqft |
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| 7/23/2025 | Pending sale | $750,000$278/sqft |
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| 5/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $750,000-7.4%$278/sqft |
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| 11/4/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/10/2022 | Price change | $810,000-1.8%$300/sqft |
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| 5/10/2022 | Listed for sale | $825,000$306/sqft |
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| 11/15/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/13/2021 | Price change | $825,000-2.4%$306/sqft |
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| 9/13/2021 | Listed for sale | $845,000+302.4%$313/sqft |
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| 7/30/2019 | Sold | $210,000-19.2%$78/sqft |
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| 5/16/2019 | Pending sale | $260,000$96/sqft |
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| 4/11/2019 | Price change | $260,000-7.1%$96/sqft |
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| 3/19/2019 | Price change | $280,000-6.7%$104/sqft |
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| 12/5/2018 | Listed for sale | $300,000$111/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,218 -1% | $451,600 +7.5% |
| 2024 | $4,260 +16.3% | $419,900 |
| 2023 | $3,662 -54.1% | $419,900 +19.9% |
| 2022 | $7,982 +140% | $350,200 |
| 2021 | $3,326 -53.4% | $350,200 +146.8% |
| 2020 | $7,142 +6% | $141,900 -50.1% |
| 2019 | $6,738 +1.1% | $284,300 +9.7% |
| 2018 | $6,664 | $259,200 |
| 2017 | $6,664 +4.1% | $259,200 +3% |
| 2016 | $6,402 | $251,700 |
| 2015 | $6,402 +16.4% | $251,700 +12.5% |
| 2014 | $5,502 | $223,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $223,800 +0% |
| 2012 | -- | $223,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $223,700 -4.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $234,800 |
| 2009 | -- | $234,800 +1.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $231,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $231,900 +21.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $191,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $191,200 -1.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $193,720 +8.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $178,350 |
| 2001 | -- | $178,350 |
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Neighborhood: Arbor Peaks
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Greenwood Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 3/10Callanan Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 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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