About This Home

This 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom single family at 3407 Cottage Grove Avenue in Des Moines, IA is listed for $763,000 ($290 per sqft). Built in 1880, the home offers 2,634 sqft of living space on a N/A lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1880
  • 2 stories
  • Fireplace

Property Details

2 stories
3 full, 1 half
3-car garage
1880

Amenities

FireplaceA/C
Listing Description

A truly special piece of Drake neighborhood history! This beautifully renovated historic home has a fascinating connection to the early beginnings of the Animal Rescue League the original barn behind the home is where the ARL got its start.Offering 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 1 half bath, and two primary suites, this home combines generous space with timeless character.

The massive kitchen is perfect for gathering and entertaining, while hand-crafted trim and woodwork throughout showcase the craftsmanship and charm of its era. Thoughtful renovations bring modern functionality while preserving the personality of this historic home. Located in the heart of the Drake neighborhood and close to Drake University, local restaurants, coffee shops, parks, downtown, and all the best Des Moines has to offer. A rare opportunity to own a beautifully updated home with an extraordinary history

Monthly Cost Estimate

$4,081/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$552
Interest$3,306
Insurance$223

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

3407 Cottage Grove Avenue

Des Moines, IA 50311

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

DiningArea

Property Details

Parking

Garage

Heating

Forced AirNatural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

DryerDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorStoveWasher

Questions & Answers

This 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom single family at 3407 Cottage Grove Avenue is listed at $763,000 ($290/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $4,081 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1880, 2 stories, Fireplace. Interior Features: DiningArea.

This property is listed by Sarah Shaffer.

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Sarah Shaffer

Agent at Realty ONE Group Impact

Listed by Realty ONE Group Impact · Broker phone: (515) 446-7524 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

MLS# 748951· Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®, Inc.· 51 days on PropertySimple

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3407 Cottage Grove Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50311

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