$215,000
SOLD SEP 4, 2025

4860 E Oakwood Dr Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,376 Sq Ft
0.66 Acres

Recently Sold

$156 Per Sq Ft

20 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.66 Acre Lot
  • Recreation Room
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of September 2025

Looking for a home located in the heart of Pleasant Hill across from the elementary on a large lot? Look no further! Don’t miss the opportunity to own this one-of-a-kind home priced well below assessed value. With a little sweat equity, this can be a great investment. The unique floor plan & features guarantee there is no other house like this. It's solid & sturdy with concrete floors & walls. Main level features 2 bedrooms & spacious bathroom perfect for renovating into a spa retreat or walk-in wardrobe. A kitchen with plentiful cabinets is connected to dining area & sliders leading to large wrap around deck. A sizable living room features beautiful wood beams & decorative fireplace. The fireplace is sealed off but could be restored or converted to gas. Walkout basement is finished (900 sq/ft per Seller) providing more space with 2 rooms that could be used for add’l bedrooms (one nonconforming), full bath & large living area. Throughout the home enjoy original built-ins & characteristics specific to this era of home. The tree-lined property provides privacy & is perfect for entertaining or enjoying quiet nights. You’ll love the workspace available in a large insulated 2-car garage plumbed for wood burner, multiple 220 outlets & drain. Adding to the nostalgia and history of the property, this was once the home of Des Moines legendary bartender, Ruthie (yes, the namesake to Exile Brewing Company's popular Ruthie Gold Lager). Home is being sold as is and is priced accordingly.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jonathan Lee

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Last Buyer's Agent

Joshua Moncivais

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,734

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 0.66 Acre Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Wood Fence
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Property is zoned R-2

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,376 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Dining Area
  • Recreation Room
  • Finished Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Fire Pit
  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 22100139000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,734

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 156.25
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 156.25
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Cable TV, Carpeting, Laminate Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished, Walkout
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 952
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Family Room: 1st Floor, Lower Level, Rec. Room
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1376
  • Total Sq Ft: 1376

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Exterior Storage Shed, Fire Pit, Partially Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Chain Link, Wood
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 720
  • Garage: 2 Detached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 2

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: 0.6600
  • Lot S F: 28749
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 22100139000000
  • Zoning: R-2

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: 3733.74
  • Net Taxes: 3554.37

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/04/2025 09/04/25 Sold $215,000 0.0% $156 / Sq Ft
08/06/2025 08/06/25 Pending -- -- --
07/17/2025 07/17/25 For Sale $215,000 -- $156 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $3,480 $229,200 $61,400 $167,800
2023 $3,608 $229,200 $61,400 $167,800
2022 $3,580 $187,600 $52,100 $135,500
2021 $3,494 $187,600 $52,100 $135,500
2020 $3,656 $171,500 $47,400 $124,100
2019 $3,360 $171,500 $47,400 $124,100
2018 $3,290 $153,100 $41,500 $111,600
2017 $3,024 $153,100 $41,500 $111,600
2016 $2,946 $138,500 $37,000 $101,500
2015 $2,946 $138,500 $37,000 $101,500
2014 $2,898 $140,400 $36,700 $103,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 722636

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 221-00139000000