Own a piece of Des Moines history on one of the city’s most exquisite streets! Built in 1918 & fully renovated in 2022 by MainBuilt Custom Homes, this stately 3 story South of Grand home sits among picturesque Oaks on a nearly 2 acre park-like lot backing to Greenwood Park. Extensive landscaping along w brick colonial sophistication welcomes you home. A stunning open floor plan is highlighted by elegant HW flooring & luxury selections. A spacious living room w marble FP opens to a chef's kitchen boasting cabinetry w accent lighting, 2 islands w porcelain counters, 48” Thermador range & appliances w 2 dishwashers, 2 ovens, 3 sinks & formal dining area. An office w FP & built-ins, bonus playroom/den, mudroom w dog wash are just some extras. The 2nd lvl has sprawling owner’s suite w custom walk-in closet, spa-like bath w marble vanities, heated tile, enclosed soaker tub & dual shower heads. A 2nd living space w wet bar & built-ins, 4 addtl bdrms (2 w ensuite ¾ baths, 2 share Jack/Jill full bath) also on 2nd lvl. A gym area w 3/4 bath & cedar storage on 3rd level. The LL has 3rd FP, living/rec area & abundant storage. Outside enjoy a lovely covered deck w phantom screens overlooking the exquisite courtyard patio, 20x40 pool & 672 sqft pool house w kitchen, bath & laundry, tree house, swing set & garden shed. The 3 car garage has renovated 744 sqft living quarters above w kitchenette, bath & bdrm. No detail spared w 13 zone HVAC, Lutron lighting, Control 4 home automation & more!
Sold for $3,850,000
$3,850,000
28 Foster Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312
5beds
7,013sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1918
1.82 Acres Lot
$4,000,200 Zestimate®
$549/sqft
$4,788 Estimated rent
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$3.60M - $4.44M
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Listed by:
Andrew DePhillips (515)707-1026,
RE/MAX Precision
Bought with:
Peter Corkrean
MCR Group
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 686273
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Separate Ice Machine, Wine Cooler, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level, Upper Level
Features
- Wet Bar, Central Vacuum, Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Fireplace, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Gas, Vented, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,013
- Total interior livable area: 7,013 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 600
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Three Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Open, Patio, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Deck, Enclosed Porch, Fully Fenced, Fire Pit, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Play Structure, Patio, Storage
- Pool features: Heated, In Ground
- Fencing: Metal,Full
Lot
- Size: 1.82 Acres
- Dimensions: 200 x 396
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 09004340000000
- Zoning: N1A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Stucco
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Year built: 1918
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System, Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/15/2024 | Sold | $3,850,000-9.4%$549/sqft |
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| 6/17/2024 | Pending sale | $4,250,000$606/sqft |
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| 5/3/2024 | Price change | $4,250,000-3.3%$606/sqft |
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| 4/8/2024 | Price change | $4,395,000-2.3%$627/sqft |
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| 12/7/2023 | Listed for sale | $4,500,000+252.9%$642/sqft |
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| 6/2/2020 | Sold | $1,275,000-8.9%$182/sqft |
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| 5/12/2020 | Pending sale | $1,400,000$200/sqft |
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| 5/2/2020 | Listed for sale | $1,400,000-11.7%$200/sqft |
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| 3/21/2020 | Listing removed | $1,585,000$226/sqft |
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| 8/26/2019 | Price change | $1,585,000-2.5%$226/sqft |
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| 5/8/2019 | Price change | $1,625,000-8.5%$232/sqft |
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| 3/12/2019 | Listed for sale | $1,775,000+54.4%$253/sqft |
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| 9/21/2007 | Sold | $1,149,500$164/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $40,766 +2% | $2,918,700 +43.7% |
| 2024 | $39,948 -4.9% | $2,030,700 |
| 2023 | $41,998 +44.8% | $2,030,700 +14% |
| 2022 | $29,014 -7.7% | $1,782,000 +43.7% |
| 2021 | $31,434 -16.9% | $1,240,500 -1.5% |
| 2020 | $37,804 +18.2% | $1,259,700 -13.6% |
| 2019 | $31,974 +1% | $1,458,200 +22.6% |
| 2018 | $31,650 | $1,189,700 |
| 2017 | $31,650 +5.8% | $1,189,700 +4.8% |
| 2016 | $29,914 | $1,135,200 |
| 2015 | $29,914 +7.2% | $1,135,200 +4.2% |
| 2014 | $27,896 | $1,089,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $1,089,400 -0.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,099,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $1,099,300 -3% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,133,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $1,133,000 +8.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,047,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $1,047,400 +16.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $900,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $900,800 +14% |
| 2003 | -- | $790,170 +2.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $767,570 |
| 2001 | -- | $767,570 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Linden Heights
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Greenwood Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 3/10Callanan Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 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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- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50312
- Linden Heights
- 28 Foster Dr
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