Charming Cabin-Like Cottage with Rustic Studio – Your Private Oasis in Town! Discover a delightful retreat on a beautiful .27-acre corner lot, offering the perfect blend of rustic charm & modern updates. This inviting cottage feels like your own little ranch in the heart of town.
Inside, you’ll be greeted by warm hardwood floors, updated vinyl windows, along with a stunning fireplace, creating a cozy atmosphere throughout. The kitchen & bath have been tastefully updated, ensuring comfort & style.
Step outside to your spectacular private courtyard, featuring a spacious deck, fire pit, & an Intex Jacuzzi – perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Plus, a charming rustic studio in the back with an expansive ranch-style porch offers the ideal spot to watch the sunsets. With mature trees, a completely fenced yard, & just a short ride to bike trail access, this property blends privacy with convenience. Live the peaceful life you’ve always dreamed of, while still being close to everything you need.
Sold for $155,000
$155,000
3851 Lawnwoods Dr, Des Moines, IA 50310
1beds
602sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1946
0.27 Acres Lot
$154,200 Zestimate®
$257/sqft
$1,083 Estimated rent
Home value
$154,200
$143,000 - $165,000
$1,083/mo
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Stunning fireplaceIntex jacuzziRanch-style porchModern updatesPrivate courtyardMature treesCorner lot
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Listed by:
Stevie O'Meara (515)868-8649,
RE/MAX Concepts,
Tina Johnson 515-314-5701,
RE/MAX Concepts
Bought with:
Stevie O'Meara
RE/MAX Concepts
Tina Johnson
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 710744
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 602
- Total interior livable area: 602 sqft
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Fully Fenced, Storage
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
- Dimensions: 79 x 150
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 10008383000000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1946
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3/14/2025 | Sold | $155,000+3.3%$257/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #710744 Report a problem | ||
| 1/25/2025 | Pending sale | $150,000$249/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #710744 Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $150,000+500%$249/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #710744 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2009 | Sold | $25,000+0.4%$42/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2009 | Price change | $24,900-37.8%$41/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #346771 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2009 | Listed for sale | $40,000+40.4%$66/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #346771 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/1998 | Sold | $28,500$47/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,914 +2.1% | $109,000 +14.4% |
| 2024 | $1,874 -3% | $95,300 |
| 2023 | $1,932 +0.7% | $95,300 +16.2% |
| 2022 | $1,918 +5.4% | $82,000 |
| 2021 | $1,820 -3.7% | $82,000 +12.5% |
| 2020 | $1,890 +4.3% | $72,900 |
| 2019 | $1,812 +1% | $72,900 +8.2% |
| 2018 | $1,794 | $67,400 |
| 2017 | $1,794 +13.3% | $67,400 +12.1% |
| 2016 | $1,584 | $60,100 |
| 2015 | $1,584 +5.3% | $60,100 +2.4% |
| 2014 | $1,504 | $58,700 |
| 2013 | -- | $58,700 -0.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $58,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $58,900 -11.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $66,800 |
| 2009 | -- | $66,800 +1.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $65,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $65,900 +21.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $54,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $54,100 +10.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $49,150 +7.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $45,820 |
| 2001 | -- | $45,820 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Lower Beaver
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Samuelson Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 3/10Meredith Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 2/10Hoover High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 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
- 50310
- Lower Beaver
- 3851 Lawnwoods Dr
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