Des Moines, IA 50312 2740 Forest Drive

2740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 12740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 22740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 3
29 more
2740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 42740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 52740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 62740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 72740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 82740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 92740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 102740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 112740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 122740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 132740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 142740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 152740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 162740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 172740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 182740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 192740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 202740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 212740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 222740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 232740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 242740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 252740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 262740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 272740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 282740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 292740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 302740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 312740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 322740 Forest Drive Des Moines, IA - Image 33
Presented By: RE/MAX Concepts
  • Des Moines Area AOR (DMAAR) - 188 - IA
  • MLS# 718777
  • 05/23/2025
  • Request Tour
  • Request Info
  • Beds • 3
  • Baths • 2
  • SQFT • 1,240
  • Garage • 2

Home Details

Nestled in the prestigious South of Grand neighborhood, Owl's Head, 2740 Forest Drive is a beautifully maintained walk-out ranch offering over 2,400 Sq ft of finished living space. The house offers a perfect blend of comfort and style. This home features three bedrooms plus a versatile fourth non-conforming bedroom and two full bathrooms, one on each level. Recent updates include new siding, enhancing the home's curb appeal and durability. Inside, the home's layout offers flexibility with plenty of island seating, as well as a formal dining area leading to the deck, and the lower level providing additional living space to suit various needs. The walkout basement leads to a stone patio and expansive, fully-fenced 0.32-acre lot that boasts a meticulously landscaped yard and provides an ideal setting for outdoor activities and entertaining. There are three locked storage sheds off the patio below the garage, making for easy access to lawn equipment, outdoor furniture storage, and more. Located just minutes from downtown Des Moines, this property combines serene suburban living with convenient urban access, making it a rare find in one of the city's most sought-after areas.
Presented By: RE/MAX Concepts

Interior Features for 2740 Forest Drive

Bedrooms

Main Level Bedrooms2
Total Bedrooms3

Bathrooms

3/4 Baths0
Half Baths
Total Baths2

Other Interior Features

Air Conditioning Y/NYes
BasementFinished, WalkOutAccess
Basement (Y/N)Yes
Below Grade Finished Area986.0
Fireplace Y/NNo
Heating Y/NYes
Interior AmenitiesSeparateFormalDiningRoom, EatInKitchen

General for 2740 Forest Drive

Additional Parcels Y/NNo
AppliancesCooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Architectural StyleRanch
Attached Garage Yes
Carport Y/NNo
CityDes Moines
Construction MaterialsCementSiding
CoolingCentralAir
CountyPolk
DirectionsFrom Grand Ave, South on 28th st, East on Forest Dr.
Electric On Property Y/NNo
Elementary School DistrictDes Moines Independent
Full Baths2
Garage Spaces2.0
Garage Y/NYes
HOANo
HeatingForcedAir, Gas, NaturalGas
High School DistrictDes Moines Independent
Home Warranty Y/NNo
Land Lease Y/NNo
Lease Considered Y/NNo
Lease Renewal Y/NNo
Legal DescriptionLOT 3 SENGA PARK
Listing TermsCash, Conventional, FHA, VaLoan
Lot Size Square Feet13875.0
Lot Size UnitsAcres
MLS AreaDes Moines West
Middle/Junior School DistrictDes Moines Independent
MobileHomeRemainsYNNo
New ConstructionNo
Occupancy TypeOwner
Other StructuresStorage
Patio/Porch FeaturesDeck, Open, Patio
PostalCityDes Moines
Property Attached Y/NNo
Property Sub Type AdditionalResidential
Property SubtypeResidential
Property TypeResidential
Rent Control Y/NNo
RoofAsphalt, Shingle
Senior Community Y/NNo
SewerPublicSewer
Standard StatusActive
StatusActive
Tax Annual Amount7954.0
Year Built1954
ZoningN1B

Exterior for 2740 Forest Drive

Building Area Total1240.0
Crops Included Y/NNo
Exterior AmenitiesDeck, FullyFenced, Patio, Storage
FencingChainLink, Full
Foundation DetailsBlock
Horse Y/NNo
Irrigation Water Rights Y/NNo
Lot FeaturesIrregularLot
Lot Size Acres0.319
Lot Size Area0.319
Open Parking Y/NNo
Parking FeaturesAttached, Garage, TwoCarGarage
Private PoolNo
SpaNo
Water SourcePublic
Waterfront Y/NNo

Additional Details

Price History

Rachel Tiskevics

Realtor®
Price $499,990
MLS#718777
List Date 05/23/2025
Property Type Single Family
Phone 641.230.0537
Request Tour
Request Info
Visit My Website

Similar Properties to 2740 Forest Drive