Map location of 2745 Forest Drive, Des Moines, IA 50312
$250,000
Unlock Price Rating!

2745 Forest Drive, Des Moines, IA 50312

 Contact
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,879 Sq Ft

Urban loft-style home South of Grand. This 1900 one-of-a-kind carriage house offers spectacular views from every room. Located just east of Owl's Head on a brick street in a neighborhood of exclusive century-old homes. Stylish kitchen with stainless steel appliances and shelving. French doors to the patio with a beautiful view to the south. Open floor plan great for entertaining. The 3rd bedroom in the attic is the perfect space for an office or artist studio. Mudroom-type space inside the door at the driveway. The laundry room is located in the basement, but there is a hookup for a stackable washer and dryer in the pantry on the main level. Close to downtown, shopping, entertainment, historic sites, recreation areas, airport. San Francisco-style living in Des Moines!

Listing By: Lori Adrianse - Coldwell Banker Mid America iadmaar Realty.com
  • MLS# 634841
  • Date Listed08/03/2021
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathrooms 1 Full baths, 1 Half baths
  • Lot Size 0.18 acres (7,726 sq. ft)
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Property Type Single Family
  • County Polk
  • Year Built 1900
  • Water Public
  • Square Feet 1,879 sq. ft
  • Price Per Sq. Ft $133.05

Interior Features

  • Appliances Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Cooling Central Air
  • Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Roof Asphalt, Shingle
  • Lot Size Acres 0.18
  • Lot Size SQFT 7,726.00
  • Lot Features Irregular Lot

Directions

South of Grand on 28th Street to Forest Drive, turn east (left) on Forest Drive. 1st house on the left.

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount $6,699
  • Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Nearby Schools

Source: School Digger

Jessie Franklin Taylor Education Center

Public • PK - PK • Serves this home

2.98 mi

Distance

Woodlawn Early Childhood Center

Public • PK - PK

4.82 mi

Distance

Central Academy

Public • 7 - 12 • Serves this home

1.06 mi

Distance

Des Moines Public Schools - Virtual Campus

Public • 6 - 12

1.06 mi

Distance

Merrill Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

2.72 mi

Distance

Meredith Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

5.18 mi

Distance

Des Moines Central Campus High School

Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home

1.06 mi

Distance

Roosevelt High School

Public • 9 - 12

2.11 mi

Distance

Hoover High School

Public • 9 - 12

6.12 mi

Distance

Sales & Tax History

Source: Public Records

Date Event Price
01/11/2022 Sold $235,000.00 6.00%
11/17/2021 Pending $250,000.00 9.09%
08/30/2021 Active $275,000.00 4.84%
08/17/2021 Active $289,000.00 5.86%
08/03/2021 Active $307,000.00
Street Address Beds Baths Sold Date List Price Valuation Date Valuation Price
2300 Terrace Road | Listing 4 5 Dec 16, 2025 $998,000 Mar 21, 2024 $1,275,027
2507 High Street | Listing 1 1 Dec 16, 2025 $55,000 Nov 11, 2022 $140,500
2816 Gilmore Avenue | Listing 4 4 Dec 16, 2025 $429,800 Mar 21, 2024 $569,874
2626 Forest Drive | Listing 5 4 Dec 16, 2025 $1,100,000 Mar 21, 2024 $796,173
2615 High Street | Listing 3 1 Dec 16, 2025 $149,900 Mar 21, 2024 $223,776
2800 Forest Drive | Listing 5 3 Dec 16, 2025 $720,000 Mar 21, 2024 $548,250
44 30th Street | Listing 4 3 Dec 16, 2025 $400,000 Mar 21, 2024 $531,491
2922 Terrace Drive | Listing 4 4 Dec 16, 2025 $675,000 Mar 21, 2024 $826,805
2907 Terrace Drive | Listing 4 4 Dec 16, 2025 $639,000 Mar 21, 2024 $760,165
2815 Ridge Road | Listing 5 4 Dec 16, 2025 $685,000 Mar 21, 2024 $893,194

Population & Environment

Source: Sperling's Best Places

Walkability in IA / 50312

Source: Walkscore

36/100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score ®

38/100

Some Transit

Transit Score ®

41/100

Bikable

Bike Score ®

Overview

Most errands require a car. A few nearby public transportation options. Minimal bike infrastructure.

Transit Summary

11 nearby routes: 11 bus, 0 rail, 0 other

Walkability averages in the surrounding area

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 43/100, Transit Score: 28/100, Bike Score: 41/100.

Points of Interest near 2745 Forest Drive, Des Moines, IA 50312

Frequently Asked Questions for 2745 Forest Drive

Source: Realty.com

2745 Forest Drive, Des Moines, IA 50312 is a Single Family 1,879 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 25 photos available of this 3 bed, 2 bath house, listed at $250,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com

Realty.com has 25 photos of 2745 Forest Drive.

Our records indicate that 2745 Forest Drive was built in 1900.

The full address for this home is 2745 Forest Drive, Des Moines, IA 50312.

2745 Forest Drive has been listed on Realty.com since Tue August 03, 2021

Most errands require a car. A few nearby public transportation options. Minimal bike infrastructure.

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 43/100, Transit Score: 28/100, Bike Score: 41/100.

There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 2745 Forest Drive. Jessie Franklin Taylor Education Center (Grades: PK - PK), Central Academy (Grades: 7 - 12), Des Moines Central Campus High School (Grades: 9 - 12)

Listing provided courtesy of: Coldwell Banker Mid-america (tel: 515-224-8888)
Listing agent: Lori Adrianse (tel: 515-556-0515) (#216)

This content last refreshed on 2025-12-18 22:47:49. Some properties which appear for sale on this web site may subsequently have sold or may no longer be available.

Export listing data of 2745 Forest Drive, Des Moines, IA 50312 : MLS# 634841

Message
Tour
Chat