Charming Beaverdale Brick w/ Character & Convenience! Welcome to this beautifully maintained 1.5 story home, nestled at the edge of Beaverdale. This move-in ready 3 bed, 2.5 bath features timeless charm? with architectural archways, gorgeous woodwork, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace. The spacious kitchen boasts new flooring, ample cabinet space, a dining nook, and flows into the adjacent dining room?perfect for gatherings. The main floor includes 2 spacious bedrooms? both with new carpet and fresh paint?and a full bath. Upstairs you'll discover a private retreat boasting hardwood floors, a huge primary bedroom, updated bathroom, and large walk-in closet! The partially finished basement provides extra living space?perfect for a rec-room or gym? a partial bath for added convenience, great storage, and access to the 2 car tandem garage. Incredible location offering walkability to shops, parks, and trails! Quick access to I-235 and moments from downtown. Schedule a showing today!
Sold for $300,000
$300,000
3835 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
3beds
1,543sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1931
7,013.16 Square Feet Lot
$301,400 Zestimate®
$194/sqft
$2,084 Estimated rent
Home value
$301,400
$280,000 - $322,000
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Dining nookAdjacent dining roomPartially finished basementGorgeous woodworkPrivate retreatExtra living spacePartial bath
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Listed by:
Bryan York (515)318-1869,
RE/MAX Concepts
Bought with:
Aaron DeWitt
Platinum Realty LLC
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 704760
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- 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, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,543
- Total interior livable area: 1,543 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage, Tandem
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Fence
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 7,013 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 x 140
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 10004728000000
- Zoning: N4
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1931
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/16/2024 | Sold | $300,000-3.2%$194/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #704760 Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/2024 | Pending sale | $309,900$201/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #704760 Report a problem | ||
| 10/25/2024 | Price change | $309,900-3.1%$201/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #704760 Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2024 | Listed for sale | $319,900$207/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #704760 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,248 -0.9% | $273,300 +9.3% |
| 2024 | $4,288 -4.2% | $250,100 |
| 2023 | $4,476 +0.8% | $250,100 +17.2% |
| 2022 | $4,440 +3.4% | $213,400 |
| 2021 | $4,296 -3.6% | $213,400 +9.2% |
| 2020 | $4,458 +6.9% | $195,400 |
| 2019 | $4,170 +1.2% | $195,400 +9.6% |
| 2018 | $4,122 | $178,300 |
| 2017 | $4,122 +16.2% | $178,300 +12.8% |
| 2016 | $3,548 | $158,000 |
| 2015 | $3,548 +3.1% | $158,000 +10.3% |
| 2014 | $3,442 | $143,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $143,300 -0.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $144,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $144,200 -7.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $156,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $156,000 +4.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $149,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $149,200 +3.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $143,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $143,700 +10.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $129,880 +11.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $116,420 |
| 2001 | -- | $116,420 |
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Neighborhood: Beaverdale
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Perkins Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Merrill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 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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