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465 Foster Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312

$2,200,000
1.83 acres
Active sale
ago
Est $12,665/mo

Foster Drive Mid Century Modern ranch sitting on 1.8 acres w/ privacy from the street & 5,781 sqft of living space. Landscaping designed by Douglas Hoerr of Hoerr Schaudt firm based in Chicago, w/ a 30 yr history of creating national & internationally recognized gardens. Architecture of this home encircles a gunite pool w/ limestone deck that creates a protected microclimate, where sunlight & shelter come together. Natural light & expansive open living spaces define the interior of this ranch. Designed w/ oversized windows, stone, & hardwood flooring, this home creates a connection between the indoors & surrounding landscape. There are 5 fireplaces-wood-burning & gas-that feature a mix of natural stone & marble mantels. Kitchen has newly updated appliances, an island w/ counter-height seating, double Sub-Zero refrigerators, walk-in pantry, & bar w/ ice maker. Primary suite has a fireplace, walk-in closet, & en suite bath. Each bedroom includes an en suite or Jack-&-Jill bathroom. Outdoor living features space for entertaining, outdoor dining & pool side lounging. Oversized 3-car attached garage provides ample space for storage. Mechanical systems include 4 HVAC, 2 air conditioning units & generator. Recent updates; new roof, new concrete driveway, new 3/4 bath adjacent to the pool. The 8.5-foot-deep chlorine pool is maintained by Elite Pools. Thoughtfully maintained, all mechanical systems, plumbing, roof & electrical have been inspected & updated within the last 12 months.

5,781
Sq feet
4
Beds
1
Full bath
3
3/4 baths
2
1/2 baths
1948
Built

Location

Street address
465 Foster Dr
Community
Des Moines West
School district
Des Moines Independent
Elevation
916 feet
Coordinates
41.5723, -93.6779

Directions

South of 42nd Street, west on Foster Drive.

Property details

Acreage
1.831 acres
Zoning
N1A
MLS #
DMAAR 740693
Posted

Property taxes

2026
$25,357

Parcels

  • 09004448001000

Legal description

Details and features

Listing

Type
Residential
Subtype
Single Family Residence
Franchise
None

Lot

Features
Rectangular Lot

Exterior

Parking
Garage
Fencing
Fenced
Pool
Patio
Features
Fully Fenced, Outdoor Kitchen, Sprinkler Irrigation

Structure

Style
Modern, Ranch
Stories
1
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Materials
Brick, Stone
Roof
Shingle, Wood

Interior

Rooms
Basement, Bathroom x 6, Bedroom x 4
Flooring
Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Fireplaces
Yes
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Separate Ice Machine, Stove, Washer, Wine Cooler
Security
Security
Features
Cable TV, Eat In Kitchen, Fireplace, Separate Formal Dining Room, Wet Bar, Window Treatments, Wine Cellar

Property utilities

CategoryTypeStatus
GasNatural GasConnected

Listing history

DateEventPriceChangeSource
May 13, 2026New listing$2,200,000DMAAR
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This 1.831-acre property is located at 465 Foster Dr in Des Moines, IA 50312. The property is available for sale for $2,200,000. It has a 5,781 sq ft 4 bedroom, 1 bath house built in 1948.

Listed by Iowa Realty Mills Crossing, (800) 724-2297

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