For sale

$185,000

4111 Cottage Grove Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

2beds

654sqft

$1,457/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1917

6,490 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$283/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Finished lower-level living spaceMain-floor laundryUpdated kitchenManageable yard

Drake-area bungalow with rental potential and buyer-ready transparency! This home features an updated kitchen, main-floor laundry, one bedroom and full bath on the main level, plus finished lower-level living space with an additional bedroom/flex room and full bath. The rental certificate is current through 2029, creating an appealing opportunity for investors, long-term rental use, mid-term rental possibilities, or short-term rental potential, subject to local rules and regulations. Located on a great street with a manageable yard and close proximity to Drake University, dining, shopping, and Des Moines amenities. Home is being sold AS-IS. Rental Certificate is current through January 16, 2029.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2
Main level bedrooms: 1

Heating

Gas, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Laundry: Main Level

Features

Basement: Finished

Interior area

Total structure area: 654
Total interior livable area: 654 sqft
Finished area below ground: 600

Property

Features

Stories: 1

Lot

Size: 6,490 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: 09001862000000
Zoning: N5

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Roof: Asphalt,Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1917

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: $283/sqft
Tax assessed value: $197,900
Annual tax amount: $2,699
Date on market: 9/29/2026
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Road surface type: Asphalt

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/29/2026	Listed for sale	$185,000$283/sqft
Source: DMMLS #750160 Report a problem
1/10/2022	Listing removed	--
Source: DMMLS #639517 Report a problem
10/12/2021	Listed for sale	$185,000+124.2%$283/sqft
Source: DMMLS #639517 Report a problem
7/19/2018	Listing removed	$1,300$2/sqft
Source: DGREP 1, LLC Report a problem
7/16/2018	Listed for rent	$1,300$2/sqft
Source: DGREP 1, LLC Report a problem
2/22/2018	Sold	$82,500-13.2%$126/sqft
Source: DMMLS #553547 Report a problem
1/26/2018	Pending sale	$95,000$145/sqft
Source: Greater Des Moines #553547 Report a problem
1/16/2018	Listed for sale	$95,000+66.7%$145/sqft
Source: Keller Williams Realty GDM #553547 Report a problem
5/22/2014	Sold	$57,000-18.8%$87/sqft
Source: DMMLS #432603 Report a problem
1/3/2014	Sold	$70,211-16.9%$107/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
10/4/2005	Sold	$84,500+134.7%$129/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
1/31/1997	Sold	$36,000$55/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,534 +2.1%	$197,900 +9.4%
2024	$2,482 +2.7%	$180,900
2023	$2,416 +0.8%	$180,900 +15.1%
2022	$2,398 +10.4%	$157,200
2021	$2,172 -3.7%	$157,200 +10.9%
2020	$2,256 -5.8%	$141,700
2019	$2,394 +12%	$141,700 +59%
2018	$2,138	$89,100
2017	$2,138 +11.8%	$89,100 +9.6%
2016	$1,912	$81,300
2015	$1,912 +16.7%	$81,300 +11.5%
2014	$1,638	$72,900
2013	--	$72,900 +0.3%
2012	--	$72,700
2011	--	$72,700 -2.4%
2010	--	$74,500
2009	--	$74,500 -2.1%
2008	--	$76,100
2007	--	$76,100 +22.2%
2006	--	$62,300
2005	--	$62,300 +10.8%
2003	--	$56,250 +22.3%
2002	--	$46,010
2001	--	$46,010