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Seller's Agent in 2025
OUTSIDE AGENT
OTHER
7 in this area
5,736 Total Sales
2846 Forest Dr Des Moines, IA 50312
Haines Park Neighborhood
4
Beds
5
Baths
6,463
Sq Ft
0.54
Acres
Highlights
- 3 Fireplaces
- No HOA
- Formal Dining Room
- Mud Room
- Den
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
As of August 2025This is a stunning Victorian 3 story home in the family oriented Owls Head neighborhood South of Grand. Charm, character, space and condition are all top of the line. Gorgeously carved woodwork, hardwood floors, 3 wood burning fireplaces, exquisite artisan designed lead glass windows from the 1800's, and sun filled beautiful spaces are only part of charm. Four bedrooms and three bathrooms on the 2nd floor plus a 2nd floor laundry create wonderful space for a family. An extraordinary studio on the 3rd floor, beautifully designed and streamlined and finished perfectly, has an abundance of space for more bedrooms, family room, and office. Brand new furnace, newer central air, newer roof and gutters add to the fantastic maintenance of this wonderful home. This is truly an iconic home and one of Des Moines' finest.
Co-Listed By
Marg Hull
Iowa Realty Valley West
Last Buyer's Agent
Cristopher Swaim
Swaim Appraisal
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $13,003
Year Built
- Built in 1884
Lot Details
- 0.54 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 105x225
Home Design
- Block Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
Interior Spaces
- 6,463 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- 3 Fireplaces
- Mud Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
- Unfinished Basement
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Driveway
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 09005570001000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 27, 2025
Closed on
Aug 4, 2025
Sold by
Capital Homes Ii Llc
Bought by
Christopher Hoffmann And Shannon Jencks Revoc
Seller's Agent
OUTSIDE AGENT
OTHER
Buyer's Agent
Sara Gaskell
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
List Price
$1,700,000
Sold Price
$1,700,000
Views
16
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-41.95%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 2, 2014
Closed on
Jun 11, 2015
Sold by
Declaration Gallagher Rosalie and Declaration Rosalie Gallagher
Bought by
Muelhaupt Elizabeth and Muelhaupt Common Residence Tru
Seller's Agent
Carolyn Lynner
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Buyer's Agent
Cristopher Swaim
Swaim Appraisal
List Price
$779,900
Sold Price
$645,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$134,900
-17.3%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.02%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 7, 2002
Sold by
Gallagher Rosalie B
Bought by
Declaration Gallagher Rosalie and Declaration Rosalie Gallagher
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 22, 1997
Sold by
Gallagher Jeffrey Charles
Bought by
Gallagher Rosalie Bowman
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $1,600,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,600,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $645,000 | Attorney | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $408,750 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $500,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/04/2025 08/04/25 | Sold | $1,700,000 | 0.0% | $263 / Sq Ft |
| 01/29/2025 01/29/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/27/2025 01/27/25 | For Sale | $1,700,000 | +330.4% | $263 / Sq Ft |
| 07/16/2024 07/16/24 | Sold | $395,000 | 0.0% | $61 / Sq Ft |
| 06/07/2024 06/07/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/02/2024 06/02/24 | For Sale | $395,000 | -38.8% | $61 / Sq Ft |
| 06/15/2015 06/15/15 | Sold | $645,000 | -17.3% | $100 / Sq Ft |
| 06/15/2015 06/15/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/02/2014 12/02/14 | For Sale | $779,900 | -- | $121 / Sq Ft |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $20,242 | $1,029,000 | $121,200 | $907,800 |
| 2023 | $19,620 | $1,029,000 | $121,200 | $907,800 |
| 2022 | $19,472 | $832,500 | $104,500 | $728,000 |
| 2021 | $18,142 | $832,500 | $104,500 | $728,000 |
| 2020 | $18,848 | $727,000 | $91,900 | $635,100 |
| 2019 | $17,480 | $727,000 | $91,900 | $635,100 |
| 2018 | $17,302 | $650,400 | $81,300 | $569,100 |
| 2017 | $17,574 | $650,400 | $81,300 | $569,100 |
| 2016 | $17,124 | $649,800 | $78,800 | $571,000 |
| 2015 | $17,124 | $649,800 | $78,800 | $571,000 |
| 2014 | $13,790 | $527,700 | $76,100 | $451,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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OUTSIDE AGENT
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Sara Gaskell
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Sara Gaskell
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
(515) 350-4799
6 in this area
85 Total Sales
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Carolyn Lynner
Seller's Agent in 2015
Carolyn Lynner
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
(515) 770-6529
3 in this area
109 Total Sales
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015
Marg Hull
Iowa Realty Valley West
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C
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Cristopher Swaim
Swaim Appraisal
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 446055
APN: 090-05570001000
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