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465 Foster Drive

Des Moines, IA 50312
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Bed 4

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Bath 6

Bath

SqFt5,781

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Acres1.83

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Foster Drive Mid Century Modern ranch sitting on 1.8 acres w/ privacy from the street & 5,781 sqft of living space. Landscaping designed by Douglas Hoerr of Hoerr Schaudt firm based in Chicago, w/ a 30 yr history of creating national & internationally recognized gardens. Architecture of this home encircles a gunite pool w/ limestone deck that creates a protected microclimate, where sunlight & shelter come together. Natural light & expansive open living spaces define the interior of this ranch. Designed w/ oversized windows, stone, & hardwood flooring, this home creates a connection between the indoors & surrounding landscape. There are 5 fireplaces—wood-burning & gas—that feature a mix of natural stone & marble mantels. Kitchen has newly updated appliances, an island w/ counter-height seat ing, double Sub-Zero refrigerators, walk-in pantry, & bar w/ ice maker. Primary suite has a fireplace, walk-in closet, & en suite bath. Each bedroom includes an en suite or Jack-&-Jill bathroom. Outdoor living features space for entertaining, outdoor dining & pool side lounging. Oversized 3-car attached garage provides ample space for storage. Mechanical systems include 4 HVAC, 2 air conditioning units & generator. Recent updates; new roof, new concrete driveway, new ¾ bath adjacent to the pool. The 8.5-foot-deep chlorine pool is maintained by Elite Pools. Thoughtfully maintained, all mechanical systems, plumbing, roof & electrical have been inspected & updated within the last 12 months.

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Property Type : Residential

Price : $2,200,000

AD Id : 78482415

MLS Id : 740693

Beds : 4

Lot Size : 1.83 Acres

Living Area Size : 5,781

Year Built : 1948

Garage : 3

County : Polk

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 4

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 6 Full Baths: 1 Half Baths: 2

    Room Information

    Has Basement: Yes Basement: Finished
  • Flooring Information

    Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Roofing Information

    Shingle, Wood
  • Interior Features

    Wet Bar, Eat-in Kitchen Roof: Shingle, Wood Appliances: Cooktop, Ice Maker, Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wine Cooler, Washer Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Heating & Cooling

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

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1948 Building Area Total: 5781 Construction Materials: Brick, Stone Stories: 1 Patio And Porch Features: Patio Pool Features: Heated, In Ground Private Pool: No
  • Exterior Features

    Exterior Features: Outdoor Kitchen

  • Lot Information

    Main Square Feet: 1.831 Acres Lot Size Acres: 1.831 Lot Size Square Feet: 79774 Lot Description: Rectangular Lot

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $2200000 Cash, Conventional

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 09004448001000 Tax Year: 2026 Annual Tax: $25357 Tax Legal Desc: LT 102 & S OF LN PAR WITH & 150F S OF N LN & EXT TO E & W LNS LT 103 LINDEN HEIGHTS

  • Parking Information

    Attached, Garage

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Has Attached Garage: Yes Garage Space: 3

  • Utility Information

    Cable Available
  • Location Information

    Direction: South of 42nd Street, west on Foster Drive. WaterSource: Public Security Features: Smoke Detector(s), Security System, Fire Alarm
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/12/2026 @ 07:56

MLS: 740693 LISTED BY: Sara Gaskell, Iowa Realty Mills Crossing 515-453-4300 SOURCE: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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