
2740 Forest Dr Des Moines, IA 50312
Haines Park NeighborhoodEstimated payment $3,271/month
Highlights
- Deck
- No HOA
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Ranch Style House
- Formal Dining Room
- Patio
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 over 2,400 Sq ft of finished living space. The house offers 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.
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
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
08/11/2025 08/11/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
08/02/2025 08/02/25 | Price Changed | $479,500 | -4.1% | $387 / Sq Ft |
06/05/2025 06/05/25 | Price Changed | $499,990 | -4.8% | $403 / Sq Ft |
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 |
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 | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $110,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Open | $292,000 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $50,000 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $111,600 | No Value Available | |
Previous Owner | $108,900 | No Value Available |
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