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28 Foster Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50312

$4,395,000

5 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths, 2 Partial
7,013 SqFt
$627/SqFt
House
Schools Nearby

Location

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Property Highlights

Home TypeResidential
ParkingAttached, Garage, Three Car Garage
Attached Garage3 spaces
Year Built1918
HeatingGeothermal, Natural Gas
CoolingGeothermal
BasementYes
FireplaceGas, Vented, Wood Burning
MLS #686273
Lot Size1.82 Acres
StatusActive

About 28 Foster Dr

Own a piece of Des Moines history on one of the city’s most exquisite streets! Built in 1918 & fully renovated in 2022 by MainBuilt Custom Homes, this stately 3 story South of Grand home sits among picturesque Oaks on a nearly 2 acre park-like lot backing to Greenwood Park. Extensive landscaping along w brick colonial sophistication welcomes you home. A stunning open floor plan is highlighted by elegant HW flooring & luxury selections. A spacious living room w marble FP opens to a chef's kitchen boasting cabinetry w accent lighting, 2 islands w porcelain counters, 48” Thermador range & appliances w 2 dishwashers, 2 ovens, 3 sinks & formal dining area. An office w FP & built-ins, bonus playroom/den, mudroom w dog wash are just some extras. The 2nd lvl has sprawling owner’s suite w custom walk-in closet, spa-like bath w marble vanities, heated tile, enclosed soaker tub & dual shower heads. A 2nd living space w wet bar & built-ins, 4 addtl bdrms (2 w ensuite ¾ baths, 2 share Jack/Jill full bath) also on 2nd lvl. A gym area w 3/4 bath & cedar storage on 3rd level. The LL has 3rd FP, living/rec area & abundant storage. Outside enjoy a lovely covered deck w phantom screens overlooking the exquisite courtyard patio, 20x40 pool & 672 sqft pool house w kitchen, bath & laundry, tree house, swing set & garden shed. The 3 car garage has renovated 744 sqft living quarters above w kitchenette, bath & bdrm. No detail spared w 13 zone HVAC, Lutron lighting, Control 4 home automation & more!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Two Story
  • Year Built: 1918
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 7,013 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Precision
  • Office Phone: (515) 707-1026
  • Listing Agent: Andrew DePhillips

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Oven, Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Wine Cooler, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile
  • Interior: Wet Bar, Central Vacuum, Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Fireplace, Window Treatments
  • Fireplace: Gas, Vented, Wood Burning

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Deck, Enclosed Porch, Fully Fenced, Fire Pit, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Play Structure, Patio, Storage

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 3 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Garage, Three Car Garage

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Size: 1.82 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Geothermal, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Geothermal

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Roosevelt High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Callanan Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Cowles Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-8
  • Goodrell Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Greenwood Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: South on 42nd Street, west on Foster Drive, Home is on righthand side of road.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $4,395,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $627/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $37,804
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

See how this home compares to others in Des Moines, IA.

Med. Sold Price

$207.6K

Med. Price/SqFt

$184

Avg. Days On Market

43

# of Sold Homes

235

28 Foster Dr vs Des Moines

143 DAYS ON ROCKET

+100 Days

$4,395,000

+$4.1M More

$627/SqFt

+$443 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $4.1M more than the Median Sold Price and $443/SqFt more than other homes in Des Moines, IA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • MLS Number: #686273

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Precision
  • Office Phone: (515) 707-1026
  • Listing Agent: Andrew DePhillips

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Jun 04, 2020Home Sold
$1,275,000
Sep 21, 2007Home Sold
$1,150,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$37,804$1,240,500
2020$37,804$1,259,700
2019$31,650$1,458,200
2018$31,650$1,189,700
2017$30,704$1,189,700

History based on county public records data.

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$22K

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Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$13.2K

Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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5
/10
  • Greenwood Elementary School

  • 316 37th St

  • 0.71 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

Middle School

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4
/10
  • Callanan Middle School

  • 3010 Center St

  • 1.43 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

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9
/10
  • Cowles Elementary School

  • 6401 College Ave

  • 2.55 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-8

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1
/10
  • Goodrell Middle School

  • 3300 E 29th St

  • 6.85 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

High School

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3
/10
  • Roosevelt High School

  • 4419 Center St

  • 1.09 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $83,056. The most common annual income of people living in Des Moines, IA is between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 28 Foster Dr

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 28 Foster Dr property is $4,395,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 28 Foster Dr is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50312.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 28 Foster Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 28 Foster Dr are:
Greenwood Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 5/10
Callanan Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10
Cowles Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 9/10
Goodrell Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 1/10
Roosevelt High School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $37,804 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on June 4, 2020 for $1,275,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 28 Foster Dr has 5 bedrooms and 2 full and 2 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 28 Foster Dr is 7,013 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 28 Foster Dr is 1918.
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Rocket HomesIowaPolk CountyDes Moines5031228 Foster Dr

This home is located at 28 Foster Dr in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50312 in the Linden Heights neighborhood. This 7,013 square foot home, which was built in 1918, sits on a 1.82 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since December 07, 2023 and is currently priced at $4,395,000.

While more than 55 listings in Des Moines, IA in March 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 59 listings sold at asking price, and more than 121 were sold below. The number of listings in Des Moines, IA increased by 8.5% between February 2024 and March 2024. In March 2024 median list price was $207,620 and the average listing age was 43 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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