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$763,000
31 Days On Site

3407 Cottage Grove Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50311

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
4
Beds
4
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
2,634
SqFt
$290
/SqFt
1880
Built
County:
Polk
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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

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$763,000
Days On Site 
31 Days
Bedrooms 
4
Inside Area (SqFt) 
2,634 sqft
Total Baths 
4
Full Baths 
3
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
N/A
Year Built 
1880
MLS® Number 
748951
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$9,761
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
a month agoListing first seen on site
a month agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
General Features
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
3
Levels 
Two
Parking 
DetachedGarage
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Total 
2634
Style 
Two Story
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
R
Interior Features
Appliances 
CooktopDryerDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Basement 
Unfinished
Cooling 
Central Air
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplaces 
1
Heating 
Natural GasForced Air
Main Level Bedrooms 
1
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Exterior Features
Lot Features 
Rectangular Lot
Roof 
AsphaltShingle
Community Features
MLS Area 
Des Moines West
School District 
Des Moines Independent
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventionalFHAVA Loan
Schools
School District
Des Moines Independent
Elementary School
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
Unknown
Listing courtesy of Realty ONE Group Impact



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Last checked: 2026-10-12 06:45 PM UTC

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