For sale

$763,000

3407 Cottage Grove Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

4beds

2,634sqft

$5,487/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1880

-- sqft lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$290/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Beautifully renovated historic home

A truly special piece of Drake neighborhood history! This beautifully renovated historic home has a fascinating connection to the early beginnings of the Animal Rescue League the original barn behind the home is where the ARL got its start.Offering 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 1 half bath, and two primary suites, this home combines generous space with timeless character. The massive kitchen is perfect for gathering and entertaining, while hand-crafted trim and woodwork throughout showcase the craftsmanship and charm of its era. Thoughtful renovations bring modern functionality while preserving the personality of this historic home. Located in the heart of the Drake neighborhood and close to Drake University, local restaurants, coffee shops, parks, downtown, and all the best Des Moines has to offer. A rare opportunity to own a beautifully updated home with an extraordinary history

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4
Full bathrooms: 3
1/2 bathrooms: 1
Main level bedrooms: 1

Heating

Forced Air, Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer

Features

Dining Area
Basement: Unfinished
Number of fireplaces: 1

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,634
Total interior livable area: 2,634 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 3
Parking features: Detached, Garage, Three Car Garage
Garage spaces: 3

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2

Lot

Features: Rectangular Lot

Details

Parcel number: 09004580000000
Zoning: R

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Two Story
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Roof: Asphalt,Shingle

Condition

Resale
New construction: No
Year built: 1880

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Des Moines

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $290/sqft
Tax assessed value: $163,900
Annual tax amount: $9,761
Date on market: 9/11/2026
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/11/2026	Listed for sale	$763,000+281.5%$290/sqft
Source: DMMLS #748951 Report a problem
12/17/2021	Sold	$200,000$76/sqft
Source: DMMLS #641518 Report a problem
11/12/2021	Pending sale	$200,000$76/sqft
Source: DMMLS #641518 Report a problem
11/12/2021	Listed for sale	$200,000+312.4%$76/sqft
Source: DMMLS #641518 Report a problem
4/22/2004	Sold	$48,500-0.8%$18/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
2/27/1998	Sold	$48,900$19/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,848 +2.1%	$163,900 -32.1%
2024	$4,750 -0.1%	$241,500
2023	$4,756 +5.5%	$241,500 +19.7%
2022	$4,510 +5.1%	$201,800
2021	$4,290 -3.6%	$201,800 +11.8%
2020	$4,452 +10.7%	$180,500
2019	$4,022 +1.2%	$180,500 +14.1%
2018	$3,976	$158,200
2017	$3,976 +11.1%	$158,200 +9.5%
2016	$3,578	$144,500
2015	$3,578 +21.9%	$144,500 +16.9%
2014	$2,936	$123,600
2013	--	$123,600 -8.4%
2012	--	$134,900
2011	--	$134,900 +47.6%
2010	--	$91,400
2009	--	$91,400
2008	--	$91,400
2007	--	$91,400
2006	--	$91,400 +25%
2005	--	$73,100 +13%
2003	--	$64,700 +40%
2002	--	$46,210
2001	--	$46,210