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3719 Cottage Grove Avenue

Des Moines, IA 50311
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Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

SqFt2,284

Sqft

Acres0.32

Acre(Lot)

Character and care - the hallmark of what makes a well-cared-for older home feel special. This residence offers an ideal blend of timeless historic charm, original details and finishes with a flexible floorplan you can customize for how you want to live today and in the future. A large enclosed front porch provides a serene retreat, while inside, stunning woodwork envelopes you: gorgeous hardwood floors, trim, built-ins, paneling and working pocket doors. The main floor features a formal living room with corner fireplace, spacious dining room with built-in buffet, bright oversized kitchen with mudroom and deck access, plus a bonus room with adjoining full bath that can serve as a 4th bedroom, primary suite, guest room or office. Upstairs are 3 spacious bedrooms and a second full bath with separate entry and ensuite. Laundry, storage and flex space in the dry basement. New roof in 2017; HVAC replaced in 2021/22. The opportunities continue outside with a large workshop/studio, a parking pad for 2 cars where a carport could be built, and a playhouse. This home provides an opportunity for Historic Preservation - eligible for Invest DSM grants for upgrades and improvements, such as rebuilding the original carriage house/garage, offering ADU possibilities. The shared driveway is a deeded formal easement. Located on the Drake Neighborhood’s west side, just blocks from Uptown Center shops, Hy-Vee and the annual Greek Festival. The opportunities are endless—the choices are all yours.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $375,000

AD Id : 88643852

MLS Id : 746284

Beds : 3

Lot Size : 0.32 Acre

Living Area Size : 2,284 Sq. Ft

Tax Amount : $5,735.77

Year Built : 1900

County : Polk

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 3

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 2

    Room Information

    Has Basement: Yes Basement: Unfinished
  • Flooring Information

    Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Roofing Information

    Asphalt, Shingle
  • Interior Features

    Roof: Asphalt, Shingle Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Central Air

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1900 Building Area Total: 2284 Construction Materials: Brick, Metal Siding, Stone Stories: 2 Patio And Porch Features: Deck Private Pool: No
  • Exterior Features

    Exterior Features: Storage

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 93x150 Main Square Feet: 0.32 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.32 Lot Size Square Feet: 13950 Lot Description: Rectangular Lot

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $375000 Original Price: $380000 Cash, Conventional, VA Loan

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 09003372000000 Annual Tax: $5735.77 Tax Legal Desc: E 93 F S 150 F LOT 24 KELLASTONE

  • Location Information

    Direction: From 42nd Street, head East on Cottage Grove Avenue and home will be on the Left. From 31st Street, head WEST on Cottage Grove and home will be on the right. WaterSource: Public Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
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ByOwner last updated this listing 09/21/2026 @ 21:42

MLS: 746284 LISTED BY: Tom Stender-Custer, Century 21 Signature 515-224-4002 SOURCE: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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