#722899, Thomas Payne, Listing office: Century 21 Signature
$365,000 List price
2806 Cottage Grove Ave Des Moines, IA 50311
4 beds
1 full, 1 partial
2,283 sqft
0.2 acres
$160 / sqft
House
Property details
About 2806 Cottage Grove Ave
Presenting this beautiful home with within walking distance of Drake University, in Historic Kingman Place! With over 2,200 sqft of finish, this home provides plenty of space to grow and spread out. Walking into the front door you are greeted with fantastic hardwood floors, quality woodwork and a wood burning fireplace in the family room. Pop around the corner through the spacious dining room and you will find a large kitchen with granite countertops, custom cabinetry and plenty of natural light! Make your way upstairs to the large primary bed room en suite with a walk-in closet! Just across the hall are two secondary bedrooms connected by a jack and Jill bathroom. If you make your way up to the finished attic space there is a large 4th bedroom en suite with a claw foot tub and a walk in closet. Looking to spend some Summer nights outside? This home also features a spacious deck overlooking a fully fenced yard! Set up your showing today!
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,283 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.151 Acres
Year built1910
ParkingDetached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #723453
Garage1 space
FireplaceWood Burning
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood
- Interior: Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen
- Fireplace: Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Exterior: Deck, Fully Fenced
- Architectural Style: Two Story
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $365,000
- Price/SqFt: $159
- Annual Tax Amount: $6,202
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: Take 19th St to University Ave. Head West on University Ave to 28th St. Head South on 28th St to Cottage Grove Ave. Head West on Cottage Grove Ave. The home will be a couple doors down on your left.
- Year Built: 1910
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 2,283 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.151 Acres
- MLS Number: 723453
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: RE/MAX Concepts
- Office Phone: (515) 419-5779
- Listing Agent: Nick McCargar
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 13, 2022 | Home Sold | $350,000 |
| Dec 03, 2015 | Home Sold | $231,500 |
| Aug 15, 2011 | Home Sold | $205,000 |
| Dec 11, 2009 | Home Sold | $217,000 |
| May 14, 2007 | Home Sold | $103,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $352,000 | $6,202 |
| 2021 | $279,000 | $6,202 |
| 2020 | $248,000 | $6,202 |
| 2019 | $248,000 | $2,188 |
| 2018 | $91,000 | $2,188 |
| 2017 | $91,000 | $2,198 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
King Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•1849 Forest Ave
1
Edmunds Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•950 15th St
3
Hubbell Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.1 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 $21,919. The majority of Des Moines, IA residents have income less than $<35k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
68%
<35k
20%
35k-100k
11%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
66%
Single, No Kids
12%
Single, with Kids
10%
Married, No Kids
12%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
14%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
46%
18-34 yrs old
33%
35-64 yrs old
2%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Soccer
College Basketball
Symphony or Opera
Where do the neighbors shop?
Forever 21
Dillards
Chico's
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Dominos Pizza
Logan's Roadhouse
Boston Market
What do the neighbors drive?
Mazda
Hyundai
Volvo
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
Rock
Talk/Personality
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 2806 Cottage Grove Ave
The listing price of 2806 Cottage Grove Ave property is $365,000.
The property 2806 Cottage Grove Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50311.
Active Listing: 2806 Cottage Grove Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 2806 Cottage Grove Ave are: King Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Edmunds Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Hubbell Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Callanan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Merrill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Cowles Montessori School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), North High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $6,202 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on June 13, 2022 for $350,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 2806 Cottage Grove Ave has 4 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 2806 Cottage Grove Ave is 2,283 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 2806 Cottage Grove Ave is 1910.
This home is located at 2806 Cottage Grove Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50311 in the Drake neighborhood. This 2,283 square foot home, which was built in 1910, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 31, 2025 and is currently priced at $365,000.
In July 2025, from all listings sold in Des Moines, IA there were more than 47 sold above asking price, over 128 sold below and more than 67 were sold right at the asked price. Between June and July 2025, Des Moines, IA real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 1.7%. In July 2025, listings were on the market for 34 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $217,571.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.