$198,000

2512 Forest Dr Des Moines, IA 50312

Haines Park Neighborhood

Estimated payment $1,294/month

Total Views 405
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,102 Sq Ft
$180 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Very Popular Property
  • No HOA
  • Street paved with bricks
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Family Room

About This Home

Investor’s Dream in the well sought after South of Grand Location! A rare opportunity featuring two homes on one property — perfect for investors or anyone looking to live in one and rent the other. 2512 Forest Drive is a charming carriage house that sits away from the street offering a private getaway in a scenic wooded area. Currently a rental and could be used as potential vrbo or guest home. Has a large family room with tons of windows over looking the mature trees, bedroom and bath on the main level and a screened in porch. Upstairs is a huge bedroom with updated bath and walk in closet area. Lower level has washer/dryer, is unfinished but lots of potential to be and is a walk out to yard. Newer water heater, hvac, windows and roof. Being sold with 2510 Forest Drive (MLS #728076)- a two-story home & currently with two apartments (one up, one down) with the option to convert back to a single-family residence. - Endless potential: keep both as rentals, use one as a VRBO or guest house, or restore the property to its original single-family charm. All of this in a highly sought-after, tree-lined South of Grand neighborhood — close to parks, dining, and downtown. A unique and flexible investment opportunity rarely available in this location!

Listing Agent

Lucrezia Moore

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing Listed on: 10/10/2025

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,936

Year Built

  • Built in 1910

Lot Details

  • 4,750 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x95
  • Street paved with bricks

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,102 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Dining Area
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 02002014000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,936

Year Built

Built in 1910

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 179.67
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1102
  • Total Sq Ft: 1102

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Brick

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1090
  • Lot S F: 4750
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 50X95
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 02002014000000
  • Zoning: RES

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 2936.00
  • Net Taxes: 2936.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $2,878 $146,300 $38,100 $108,200
2023 $2,870 $146,300 $38,100 $108,200
2022 $2,848 $121,800 $32,800 $89,000
2021 $2,658 $121,800 $32,800 $89,000
2020 $2,762 $106,500 $28,900 $77,600
2019 $2,556 $106,500 $28,900 $77,600
2018 $2,530 $95,100 $25,600 $69,500
2017 $2,500 $95,100 $25,600 $69,500
2016 $2,434 $92,400 $24,800 $67,600
2015 $2,434 $92,400 $24,800 $67,600
2014 $2,184 $82,200 $22,000 $60,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/10/2025 10/10/25 For Sale $198,000 -- $180 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $70,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $84,500 Itc
Warranty Deed $64,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $35,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $58,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 728075

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 020-02014000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50312 Haines Park

2512 Forest Dr, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 2512 Forest Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312 and is currently priced at $198,000, approximately $179 per square foot. This property was built in 1910. 2512 Forest Dr is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Greenwood Elementary School, Callanan Middle School, and Roosevelt High School.

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