$6,228 Closing Credit¹
#714797, HOLLY CRAIGER, Listing office: Iowa Realty Beaverdale
$649,900 List price
215 Foster Dr Des Moines, IA 50312
$7,718
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full, 2 partial
2,284 sqft
0.6 acres
$285 / sqft
House
Property details
About 215 Foster Dr
Welcome to this beautiful home in the highly sought-after South of Grand neighborhood! Full classic craftsmanship, this well-built gem offers timeless charm with strong bones with plenty of space for additions. Featuring 3 spacious bedrooms and over 2,200 sq ft, there’s room to make it your own. Step through the thick, original front door and into the naturally bright interior. To your right, a big living room flows into a charming sunroom - perfect for hanging out - leading out to a large backyard deck ideal for entertaining. Upstairs, you'll find two bathrooms (one full and one half), along with an oversized primary suite with beautiful woodwork and natural warmth. Upgrades include a new mini-split system and air conditioning units, both installed in 2024. The windows around the house are in great condition and are all Anderson renewal. The lot is perfectly shaped for future expansion, offering the opportunity to add a garage. Location is everything and this is the place to be! Contact Diane and I today to view this beautiful property!
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingHeat Pump, Hot Water, Other
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,284 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.574 Acres
Year built1924
MLS #720225
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Exterior: Deck
- Architectural Style: Two Story
- Heating: Heat Pump, Hot Water, Other
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $649,900
- Price/SqFt: $284
- Annual Tax Amount: $10,980
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Take 42nd St south past grand all the way to foster and take a right. It will be on your left about half a mile down.
- Year Built: 1924
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 2,284 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.574 Acres
- MLS Number: 720225
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
- Office Phone: (515) 453-6677
- Listing Agent: DIANE TODD BROWN
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 30, 2017 | Home Sold | $456,000 |
| Jul 07, 2014 | Home Sold | $400,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $550,500 | $10,980 |
| 2021 | $468,300 | $10,980 |
| 2020 | $432,300 | $10,980 |
| 2019 | $432,300 | $11,316 |
| 2018 | $425,400 | $11,316 |
| 2017 | $425,400 | $10,154 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Greenwood Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•316 37th St
3
Hanawalt Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•225 56th St
3
Hubbell Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•800 42nd St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $83,056. The majority of Des Moines, IA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
26%
<35k
36%
35k-100k
19%
100k-200k
19%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
36%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
32%
Married, No Kids
24%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
16%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Skiing/snowboarding
Men's Tennis
Hiking/backpacking
Where do the neighbors shop?
Nordstrom
Bloomingdales
Nordstrom Rack
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
California Pizza Kitchen
Bonefish Grill
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
BMW
Lexus
Mazda
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality
News
Rock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 215 Foster Dr
The listing price of 215 Foster Dr property is $649,900.
The property 215 Foster Dr is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50312.
Active Listing: 215 Foster Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 215 Foster Dr are: Greenwood Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Hanawalt Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Hubbell Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Merrill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Callanan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Brody Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Walnut Creek Campus (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Lincoln High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $10,980 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on October 30, 2017 for $456,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 215 Foster Dr has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 2 half bathrooms.
The property 215 Foster Dr is 2,284 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 215 Foster Dr is 1924.
This home is located at 215 Foster Dr in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50312 in the Linden Heights neighborhood. This 2,284 square foot home, which was built in 1924, sits on a 0.57 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 13, 2025 and is currently priced at $649,900.
Des Moines, IA housing market in May 2025 saw over 61 listings sold above listed price, more than 69 sold at listed price and over 143 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA between April and May 2025 increased by 0.9%. Listings spent 42 days on the market in May 2025, and had a median list price of $215,247 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.