$525,000

Estimated payment $3,602/month

Total Views 2,942
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,240 Sq Ft
$423 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Very Popular Property
  • Ranch Style House
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Deck
  • No HOA
  • Eat-In Kitchen

About This Home

Nestled in the prestigious South of Grand neighborhood, Owl's Head, 2740 Forest Drive is a beautifully maintained walk-out ranch offering a perfect blend of comfort and style. This home features three bedrooms plus a versatile fourth non-conforming bedroom and two full bathrooms, one on each level . Recent updates include new siding, enhancing the home's curb appeal and durability. Inside, the home's layout offers flexibility with plenty of island seating, as well as a formal dining area leading to the deck, and the lower level providing additional living space to suit various needs. The walkout basement leads to a stone patio and expansive, fully-fenced 0.32-acre lot that boasts a meticulously landscaped yard and provides an ideal setting for outdoor activities and entertaining. There are three locked storage sheds off the patio below the garage, making for easy access to lawn equipment, outdoor furniture storage, and more. Located just minutes from downtown Des Moines, this property combines serene suburban living with convenient urban access, making it a rare find in one of the city's most sought-after areas.

Listing Agent

Ingrid Williams

RE/MAX Concepts

RE/MAX Concepts

Co-Listing Agent

Jessica Schulte

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,954

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 0.32 Acre Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Irregular Lot
  • Street paved with bricks
  • Property is zoned N1B

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Cement Board or Planked

Interior Spaces

  • 1,240 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Finished Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 02002125000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,954

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 423.39
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished, Walkout
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1196
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 986
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen, Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: 1st Floor, Lower Level
  • Included Items: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1240
  • Total Sq Ft: 1240

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Cement Board
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Exterior Storage Shed, Fully Fenced Yard, Open Patio
  • Fence Type: Chain Link
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Attached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.3190
  • Lot S F: 13875
  • Lot Shape: Irregular
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 02002125000000
  • Zoning: N1B

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: 7954.00
  • Net Taxes: 7954.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

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Range of Values:

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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 $7,486 $391,000 $105,700 $285,300
2023 $7,452 $391,000 $105,700 $285,300
2022 $7,394 $325,100 $91,100 $234,000
2021 $5,416 $325,100 $91,100 $234,000
2020 $5,620 $225,600 $80,200 $145,400
2019 $5,224 $225,600 $80,200 $145,400
2018 $5,166 $202,900 $70,900 $132,000
2017 $5,176 $202,900 $70,900 $132,000
2016 $4,432 $199,900 $68,600 $131,300
2015 $4,432 $199,900 $68,600 $131,300
2014 $4,128 $187,100 $63,800 $123,300
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/23/2025 05/23/25 For Sale $525,000 +43.8% $423 / Sq Ft
03/10/2021 03/10/21 Sold $365,000 -6.4% $294 / Sq Ft
02/19/2021 02/19/21 Pending -- -- --
10/16/2020 10/16/20 For Sale $389,900 -- $314 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $365,000 None Available
Special Warranty Deed $123,500 --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Sheriffs Deed $108,130 --
Warranty Deed $120,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $292,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $50,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $111,600 No Value Available
Previous Owner $108,900 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 718777

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 020-02125000000