This is the one you have been waiting for if you love pristine examples of historic architecture and design. Absolutely stunning and meticulously preserved period home that will delight you from the moment you stop onto the screened in porch and cross the threshold into the grand entry. Timeless craftsmanship greets you on the spacious first floor with immaculate hardwood floors, pristine pocket doors, and a grand stair case to the 2nd floor bedroom quarters. Behind those original & stunning doors, the 1st floor has a study/4th possible bedroom, an expansive living room, full bath, & an oversized sunny eat in kitchen. The marvelous floorplan flows perfectly for every day living while surrounded by classic design. A rare gem for those who dream of owning an original home that is beautiful, functional and immaculately preserved. Not only is it in a lovely walkable neighborhood, there are also Invest DSM funds available for any upgrades. A must see if you love rare beauty. Home was temporarily WNC for repairs and evaluation. See attached updated disclosure.
For sale
$385,000
3719 Cottage Grove Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
3beds
2,284sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
0.32 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$169/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Timeless craftsmanshipImmaculate hardwood floorsSpacious first floorPristine pocket doorsClassic designOriginal and stunning doorsScreened in porch
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Listed by:
Meghan O'Brien (515)554-5312,
Realty ONE Group Impact,
Adam Steger 515-564-9852,
Realty ONE Group Impact
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 742331
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSLoading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,284
- Total interior livable area: 2,284 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Deck, Enclosed Porch, Storage
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 0.32 Acres
- Dimensions: 93 x 150
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 09003372000000
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
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: $169/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $304,300
- Annual tax amount: $5,338
- Date on market: 6/4/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 14 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $385,000$169/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #742331 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2026 | Pending sale | $385,000$169/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #742331 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $385,000+450%$169/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #742331 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/1994 | Sold | $70,000$31/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,338 +2.1% | $304,300 +10.2% |
| 2024 | $5,226 -1.7% | $276,100 |
| 2023 | $5,318 +0.8% | $276,100 +17.7% |
| 2022 | $5,276 +5.1% | $234,500 |
| 2021 | $5,018 -3.6% | $234,500 +11.8% |
| 2020 | $5,208 +9% | $209,700 |
| 2019 | $4,778 +1.1% | $209,700 +12.6% |
| 2018 | $4,724 | $186,300 |
| 2017 | $4,724 +10.9% | $186,300 +9.3% |
| 2016 | $4,260 | $170,400 |
| 2015 | $4,260 +20.2% | $170,400 +15.7% |
| 2014 | $3,544 | $147,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $147,300 +0.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $147,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $147,000 -0.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $148,100 |
| 2009 | -- | $148,100 -4.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $154,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $154,900 +17.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $131,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $131,400 +6.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $122,910 +22% |
| 2002 | -- | $100,740 |
| 2001 | -- | $100,740 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Drake
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Hubbell Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10Callanan Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50311
- Drake
- 3719 Cottage Grove Ave
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