#718405, Enger, Terry, Listing office: Realty ONE Group Impact
3101 Cottage Grove Ave Des Moines, IA 50311
Property details
About 3101 Cottage Grove Ave
Steps from Drake University and surrounded by ongoing neighborhood revitalization, 3101 Cottage Grove is primed for transformation. Currently a 7 unit building, it shines brightest as a candidate for conversion back to a stately single family home. The property sits within an Invest DSM program area making it eligible for grants, reimbursements, and low interest rehab loans plus NFC Advantage Lending benefits that can offset renovation costs. Historic homes nearby have already seen significant value growth, fueled by preservation efforts and new local businesses. City code upgrades for electrical and HVAC are required for continued multifamily use, but those same improvements can anchor a top tier single family redesign. Bring your vision and capture this rare location plus funding opportunity. Property sold as is; buyer to verify all incentives and requirements.
Highlights
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 7
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 7
- Architectural Style: Two Story, Three Story
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $275,000
- Price/SqFt: $89
- Annual Tax Amount: $5,266
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Corner of 31st and Cottage Grove - take 235 to the 31st Street Exit.
- Year Built: 1890
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 3,067 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.225 Acres
- MLS Number: 721402
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: LPT Realty, LLC
- Office Phone: (515) 238-9549
- Listing Agent: Teri Lamberti
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Sep 02, 2021 | Home Sold | $650,000 |
Mar 04, 2008 | Home Sold | $182,000 |
Mar 04, 2008 | Home Sold | $163,000 |
Jun 30, 2006 | Home Sold | $182,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $236,000 | $5,266 |
2021 | $192,000 | $5,266 |
2020 | $157,000 | $5,266 |
2019 | $157,000 | $4,896 |
2018 | $130,000 | $4,896 |
2017 | $130,000 | $4,586 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Hubbell Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•800 42nd St
3
King Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.0 mi
•1849 Forest Ave
1
Monroe Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•2250 30th 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. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently asked questions
About 3101 Cottage Grove Ave
The listing price of 3101 Cottage Grove Ave property is $275,000.
The property 3101 Cottage Grove Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50311.
Active Listing: 3101 Cottage Grove Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 3101 Cottage Grove Ave are: Hubbell Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), King Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Monroe Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), 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), Hoover High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $5,266 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on September 2, 2021 for $650,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 3101 Cottage Grove Ave has 7 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms.
The property 3101 Cottage Grove Ave is 3,067 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 3101 Cottage Grove Ave is 1890.
This home is located at 3101 Cottage Grove Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50311 in the Drake neighborhood. This 3,067 square foot home, which was built in 1890, sits on a 0.23 acre lot. Features: 7 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $275,000.
While more than 67 listings in Des Moines, IA in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 78 listings sold at asking price, and more than 153 were sold below. The number of listings in Des Moines, IA decreased by 7% between May and June 2025. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 38 days, the median list price was $216,801.