$380,000

3719 Cottage Grove Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50311

3 beds |
2 baths |
2,284 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1900
0.32acre lot
—— car garage
$166/sqft
Listed 21 days ago

Property Description

Character, character, character. That is the hallmark of what makes a well-cared for older home feel special. The residence at 3719 Cottage Grove Avenue offers an ideal blend of timeless historic charm, original character, details and finishes with a flexible floorplan you can customize for how you want to live today and in the future! A large enclosed front porch provides a serene retreat - from a plant-filled solarium to a relaxing seasonal sitting room. When you step inside, stunning woodwork envelopes you: gorgeous hardwood floors, trim, built-ins, paneling and working pocket doors! The main floor features a formal living room with corner fireplace, spacious dining room with built in buffet, bright, oversized kitchen with mudroom and access to a generous, shaded outside deck, a bonus room, with adjoining full bathroom, that can be used as a 4th bedroom, primary suite, guest room, or office. Upstairs, 3 spacious bedrooms and a second full bath - with a separate entry and ensuite, continue the benefits of this flexible layout. Laundry, storage and flex spaces in the dry basement. New roof in 2017. HVAC replaced in 2021/22. Outside Storage shed and playhouse. Located on the west side of the Drake Neighborhood, this walkable area is just a few blocks from the Uptown Center shops and Hy-Vee and the Annual Greek Festival. The opportunities are endless - the choices are all yours. This home is eligible for Invest DSM grants for upgrades and improvements such as adding a garage.

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: July 30, 2026
Data Last Updated:: August 20, 2026 at 12:19PM
Listing Office:: Century 21 Signature : (515) 224-4002
Listing Agent:: Tom Stender-Custer : (515) 868-8000
Contact:: (515) 868-8000
MLS ID:: 746284

General: Separate/Formal Dining RoomWindow Treatments
Appliances: DryerDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorStoveWasher
Basement: Unfinished
Flooring: CarpetHardwoodVinyl
A/C: Central Air
Heating: Forced AirGasNatural Gas
Fireplace: FireplaceFireplaces: 1

General: DeckStorageStorage
Style: Dutch ColonialTwo Story
Other Structures: StorageDeck

Roofing: AsphaltShingle
General: BrickMetal SidingStone2Brick/Mortar

Road/Access: Concrete
Originating MLS: DMAAR_DM
School District: Des Moines Independent
County: Polk

Zoning: N5RESE 93 F S 150 F LOT 24 KELLASTONE09003372000000
Fencing: Chain Link

Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Source: DMAAR_DM

This listing courtesy of Tom Stender-Custer , Century 21 Signature

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