3939 River Oaks Drive, Des Moines, IA 50312

• 4 beds |
• 4 baths |
• 2,850 sqft

Property Description

Perched on a scenic ½-acre bluff overlooking the Raccoon River, 3939 River Oaks —locally known as the “South of Grand Lighthouse Home”—offers a joyful blend of nature, comfort + thoughtful modern updates. Built in 1950, the home has been beautifully redesigned to create a private retreat w/spacious living + unforgettable views. Inside, you’ll find 4BR/4BA:  a main-floor primary w/spa-bath /oversized steam shower, an adtl ensuite in the LL + two charming upstairs BRs w/unique vaulted ceilings. Expansive windows fill the home w/light + frame the park-like yard + treetop surroundings. Flex spaces throughout the home easily adapt as a workshop, gym, or home office.  At the heart of the property, a true wellness escape: a heated indoor pool, complete w/adjoining sunroom/breakfast nook. The pool area has been extensively updated, including new plaster, code-compliant drains, a Rheem natural gas heater + vibrant LED pool lighting. Recent mechanical improvements provide peace of mind:  a brand-new HVAC system, updated electrical safety improvements w/added GFCI protection, radon mitigation, reverse osmosis + FloLogic smart water leak protection. A 22kW Generac whole-home generator w/EMP shield ensures uninterrupted comfort. W/a fenced yard, security system + location surrounded by historic charm + natural beauty, this one-of-a-kind property feels like a getaway—where daily swims are a happy new addition to your lifestyle … + offered here year-round.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

March 13, 2026

Data Last Updated:

May 20, 2026 at 4:17PM

Listing Office:

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing : (515) 453-4300

Listing Agent:

Darla Willett-Rohrssen : 515-203-6108

MLS ID:

736302

Interior

• General: Dining AreaSeparate/Formal Dining RoomCable TVWindow Treatments
• Appliances: DryerDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorStoveWasher
• Basement: Egress WindowsFinished
• Flooring: CarpetHardwoodTile
• A/C: Central Air
• Heating: Forced AirGasNatural Gas

Exterior

• General: Fully FencedPatioStorageStorage
• Style: One and One Half Story
• Other Structures: StoragePatioCoveredOpen
• Pool: HeatedIn GroundIndoor
• Parking: AttachedGarageTwo Car Garage

Construction

• Roofing: AsphaltShingle
• General: Cement SidingFrameStoneWood SidingOne and One HalfBlock

Location

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

Lot

• Zoning: N3AW 50F LOT 3 & ALL LOT 2 RIVER WOODS09006151000000
• Fencing: Chain LinkWoodFull

Utilities

• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: DMAAR_DM