3939 River Oaks Drive
Des Moines, IA 50312
4
Bed
4
Bath
2,850Sqft
0.50Acre(Lot)
Perched on a scenic ½-acre bluff overlooking the Raccoon River, 3939 River Oaks —locally known as the “South of Grand Lighthouse Home”—offers a joyful blend of nature, comfort + thoughtful modern updates. Built in 1950, the home has been beautifully redesigned to create a private retreat w/spacious living + unforgettable views. Inside, you’ll find 4BR/4BA: a main-floor primary w/spa-bath /oversized steam shower, an adtl ensuite in the LL + two charming upstairs BRs w/unique vaulted ceilings. Expansive windows fill the home w/light + frame the park-like yard + treetop surroundings. Flex spaces throughout the home easily adapt as a workshop, gym, or home office. At the heart of the property, a true wellness escape: a heated indoor pool, complete w/adjoining sunroom/breakfast nook. The pool
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Bedroom Information
Total beds: 4Bathroom Information
Total Baths: 4 Full Baths: 1 Half Baths: 1Room Information
Has Basement: Yes Basement: Finished -
Flooring Information
Carpet, Hardwood, Tile -
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
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Building Information
Year Built: 1950 Building Area Total: 2850 Construction Materials: Cement Siding, Frame, Stone, Wood Siding Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Covered Pool Features: Heated, In Ground, Indoor Private Pool: No -
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Storage
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Lot Information
Lot Dimensions: 125X175 Main Square Feet: 0.501 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.501 Lot Size Square Feet: 21838 Lot Description: Rectangular Lot
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Listing Price Information
Listing Price: $749000 Original Price: $775000 Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
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Tax Information
Parcel Number: 09006151000000 Tax Year: 2026 Annual Tax: $12121.81 Tax Legal Desc: W 50F LOT 3 & ALL LOT 2 RIVER WOODS
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Parking Information
Attached, GarageGarage Information
Has Garage: Yes Has Attached Garage: Yes Garage Space: 2
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Utility Information
Cable Available -
Location Information
Direction: I-235, south on 42nd St., pass Grand Ave to the end of 42nd, East/left on River Oaks Drive. Home on the North/left. WaterSource: Public Security Features: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
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| 2819 Rollins Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50312 | $284,900 | 4 | 3 | 968 | 968 SqFt |
| 829 29th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50312 | $214,900 | 2 | 1 | 1,567 | 1,567 SqFt |
| 3001 Center Street, Des Moines, IA, 50312 | $155,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,224 | 1,224 SqFt |
| 36 30th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50312 | $650,000 | 3 | 4 | 2,258 | 2,258 SqFt |
| 714 31st Street, Des Moines, IA, 50312 | $274,900 | 3 | 2 | 1,384 | 1,384 SqFt |
| 335 31st Street, Des Moines, IA, 50312 | $899,000 | 5 | 4 | 2,460 | 2,460 SqFt |
| 3103 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50312 | $595,000 | 9 | 9 | 3,967 | 3,967 SqFt |
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