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    515 Foster Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312

    4beds
    4,650sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1932
    0.87 Acres Lot
    $1,321,300 Zestimate®
    $238/sqft
    $3,399 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,321,300

    $1.22M - $1.45M

    $3,399/mo

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    What's special

    Breakfast roomNew roofLarge viking stoveFrench doorsNew hardwood floorsHeated in-ground poolMultiple sitting areas
    Searching for a luxury home full of character and originality? This stunning South of Grand 1 1/2 story has all the details you’ve been looking for. Navigate up the long private drive to your very own courtyard welcoming you home. The smart layout of this home flows so beautifully. Walk through a sitting room with the first of 3 wood burning fireplaces to the wood paneled living room w/beautiful built in cabinetry. Adjacent is a bright sunroom with a ceiling of sky lights. The main floor primary suite features two separate vanities, walk-in closets, toilet rooms and individual shower access from each side. You will love the kitchen with vaulted ceilings, large Viking stove, & a walk-in pantry that is also home to your 1st floor laundry. Next door is a breakfast room w/a floor to ceiling statement fireplace. Rounding out the main floor is an expansive family room you will live in w/built-in cabinetry, vaulted ceilings & french doors looking out to the backyard. The upper ½ story features 2 spacious bedrooms & updated ¾ bath. The finished lower level has a 4th bedroom, additional family room & ¾ bath, ideal for hosting guests. The beautifully landscaped backyard features a heated in-ground pool, multiple sitting areas, & a pond all lovingly landscaped to enjoy the serenity. Finally, the 4+ garage will fulfill all your hobby and storage needs. So many updates done in the last 6 years including new roof, all new hardwood floors and so much more!

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    Listed by:

    Sara Hopkins (515)710-6030,

    RE/MAX Precision

    Bought with:

    Mike Slavin

    RE/MAX Precision

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 681824MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • 3/4 bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Wine Cooler, Washer
    • Laundry: Main Level
    Features
    • Separate/Formal Dining Room, Fireplace, Window Treatments
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
    • Basement: Partially Finished
    • Number of fireplaces: 3
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Fireplace Screen
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 4,650
    • Total interior livable area: 4,650 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 700

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Attached, Garage
    • Attached garage spaces: 4
    Features
    • Levels: One and One Half
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Open, Patio
    • Exterior features: Fence, Patio
    • Pool features: Heated, In Ground
    • Fencing: Partial
    Lot
    • Size: 0.87 Acres
    • Features: Rectangular Lot
    Details
    • Parcel number: 09004447000000
    • Zoning: N1A

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: One and One Half Story,Traditional
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Block
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1932

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Security System
    Location
    • Region: Des Moines

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Road surface type: Concrete

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    5/1/2024Sold$1,109,006-7.2%$238/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #681824 Report a problem
    2/5/2024Pending sale$1,195,000$257/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #681824 Report a problem
    11/17/2023Price change$1,195,000-7.4%$257/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #681824 Report a problem
    10/11/2023Price change$1,290,000-4.4%$277/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #681824 Report a problem
    9/11/2023Listed for sale$1,350,000+51.7%$290/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #681824 Report a problem
    3/26/2018Sold$890,000-1%$191/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #538071 Report a problem
    11/28/2017Price change$899,000-4.9%$193/sqft
    Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #538071 Report a problem
    10/17/2017Price change$945,000-3.1%$203/sqft
    Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #538071 Report a problem
    9/29/2017Price change$975,000-1.4%$210/sqft
    Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #538071 Report a problem
    7/13/2017Price change$989,000-0.6%$213/sqft
    Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #538071 Report a problem
    4/26/2017Listed for sale$995,000+5.6%$214/sqft
    Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #538071 Report a problem
    8/19/2013Sold$942,005-5.8%$203/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #407675 Report a problem
    1/24/2013Price change$999,500-3.9%$215/sqft
    Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #407675 Report a problem
    11/13/2012Price change$1,040,000-2.8%$224/sqft
    Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #407675 Report a problem
    10/5/2012Listed for sale$1,070,000+15.1%$230/sqft
    Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #407675 Report a problem
    10/4/2004Sold$929,500$200/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$24,348 +2.9%$1,290,600 +6.4%
    2024$23,652 -1.1%$1,212,800
    2023$23,904 +0.8%$1,212,800 +18.5%
    2022$23,720 +2.8%$1,023,100
    2021$23,070 -3.7%$1,023,100 +9.6%
    2020$23,962 -5%$933,100
    2019$25,214 -7.8%$933,100 -1.4%
    2018$27,350 $946,700 -7.9%
    2017$27,350 +7.6%$1,028,100 +6.6%
    2016$25,424 $964,800
    2015$25,424 -7.5%$964,800 +4.5%
    2014$27,476 $923,300 -14%
    2013-- $1,073,000 +0.2%
    2012-- $1,070,400
    2011-- $1,070,400 -4.8%
    2010-- $1,124,900
    2009-- $1,124,900 +7.1%
    2008-- $1,050,200
    2007-- $1,050,200 +16.7%
    2006-- $900,000
    2005-- $900,000 +16.8%
    2003-- $770,710 +2.5%
    2002-- $751,800
    2001-- $751,800

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Linden Heights

    Nearby schools

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    • 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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