Does Drake, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 93% of users say there are sidewalks

Is Drake, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 91% of users say it's dog friendly

Is Drake, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 80% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Is parking easy in Drake, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 79% of users say parking is easy

Are yards well-kept in Drake, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 74% of users say yards are well-kept

Is a car needed in Drake, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say car is needed

Does Drake, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 66% of users say there's holiday spirit

Are the streets well-lit in Drake, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 66% of users say streets are well-lit

Is Drake, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 63% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Are neighbors friendly in Drake, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 61% of users say neighbors are friendly

Do kids play outside in Drake, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 59% of users say kids play outside

Is there wildlife in Drake, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 59% of users say there's wildlife

Would people walk alone at night in Drake, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 58% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is Drake, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 47% of users say it's quiet

Do residents of Drake, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 44% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are there community events in Drake, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 43% of users say there are community events

What is the price history for 3602 Forest Ave?

3602 Forest Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $77,500 in October 1998.

Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?

Des Moines is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What's the median sale price in Des Moines?

The median sale price in Des Moines is $215K. That is up $3.57K from the prior month.

What do residents say about the Drake neighborhood?

Residents describe the Drake neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in Drake, Des Moines .

Does 3602 Forest Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 3602 Forest Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 3602 Forest Ave?

The lot at 3602 Forest Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.03 acres (1,393 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$77,500

Last sold price

Studio

3602 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

Drake

Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 23, 1998 for $77,500

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
1338 33rd St, Des Moines, IA	0.20	Single-Family Home	$189,900	06/04/26	4	2	832

Nearby home prices

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Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
100 Water St #105, Des Moines, IA 50309	2.82	$246,500	2	2	1,273	Off Market
2810 E Washington Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	5.39	$131,700	2	1	-	Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

About this House

This single-family home is located at 3602 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA. 3602 Forest Ave is in the Drake neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50311. This property has a lot size of 1393 sqft.

3602 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311 is a studio single-family home in Drake. It last sold for $77,500 on Oct 23, 1998. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,704/month.

Home Details for 3602 Forest Ave

Property Information
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Cooling System: Central

Lot Information
Lot Area: 1393 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Oct 23, 1998 Source: N/A	Sold	$77,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$28	$1,600

Additional Cost

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026

Avg. sale price

$215K

$3.57KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

99.2%

0.1%MoM

Price per sq ft

$191

$0MoM

Available listings

1022

12MoM

Around this home

Perkins Elementary School
K-5
Public
410 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
3/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
As a past student, this is by far the worst school I’ve ever been to. Teachers didn’t know how to handle students, and nothing was learned. One fourth grade teacher was known for weight shaming students, and in fifth grade students were assigned to come up with a dieting plan as part of a “health and math related assignment.” Students were told to count calories and encouraged to loose weight by the end of the assignment. Bullying was not dealt with, and from what I remember there were several allegations against teachers for inappropriate behavior towards students. Don’t send your kids here.
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3y ago
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Neighborhood Overview

Drake

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What Locals Say about Drake

At least 54 Trulia users voted on each feature.

93 % Say there are sidewalks
91 % Say it's dog friendly
80 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
79 % Say parking is easy
74 % Say yards are well-kept
71 % Say car is needed
66 % Say there's holiday spirit
66 % Say streets are well-lit
63 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
61 % Say neighbors are friendly
59 % Say kids play outside
59 % Say there's wildlife
58 % Say people would walk alone at night
47 % Say it's quiet
44 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
43 % Say there are community events

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1mo ago
"Perfect for a college student or parent if a grad student. Safe and easy bus access. Free parking. Nice walkable area. Close to restaurants, coffee and groceries. Great neighborhood."
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3y ago
"safe neighborshood.. friendly people. Near schools. loved it. near kids activities. near bus system. convenient "
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3y ago
"my neighborhood has decent public transportation and the commute to downtown is fairly quick as long as you know the bus schedule. "
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3y ago
"I walk to work daily so I don’t commute at all. It takes me 1 minute to get to work. I don’t have issues with this"
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3y ago
"I feel very safe here! I can even walk my dog at night feeling absolutely fine. I do see lots of families in the area, as well as college students and older couples who have been here forever. Lots of people decorate for the holidays too. "
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4y ago
"there be a lot of party's going with all the Drake students living in the area that I live it's a lot worse during Drake relay's which are in April and there be a lot of people in the neighborhood no where to park and traffic is really bad"
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5y ago
"The Beaverdale neighborhood is unique because of its many brick style homes. Also it is very clean and a fun community. "
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Nico H.
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6y ago
"It’s pretty quiet around the neighborhood all week til Friday night and the weekends. Bus routes are near by, there’s also a few restaurants around and fast food joints but besides grocery stores you’re gonna have drive far to shop. "
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Nico H.
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6y ago
"There’s a lot of space to walk them and the apartments now have doggy bags. You Don’t have to worry about running into too many dogs when you walk your dog cause most people around this area have cats."
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Shannonmist
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7y ago
"The neighborhood is dog friendly. Many people own and walk dogs. It’s a friendly neighborhood with a lot of shade and sidewalks great for walking dogs. "
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Andrewberndt418
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7y ago
"Very easy. 10 minutes into west Des Moines. Have been communizing for 2 months and haven’t had traffic once in the morning "
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Chris D.
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7y ago
"It’s a diverse neighborhood that isn’t right for everyone, but it is the perfect neighborhood for the right people. "
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Kristyne B.
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7y ago
"The Drake neighborhood is very diverse. There are college students, young professionals, middle-aged professionals and retirees. People are out walking dogs at all times of day. I would be cautious going out after dark, but that's anywhere in the city."
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Mazie W.
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8y ago
"it's really good neighborhood if you walk your dog, park is right down the hill. people often walk their dogs on our streets"
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Alesha P.
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8y ago
"I have lived in this neighborhood for over 6 years. I have very friendly neighbors whom I know by name. I enjoy my neighborhood. we have several restaurants in the area.our neighborhood is very well lit up at night I can walk around and feel safe. "
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Alesha P.
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8y ago
"I've lived in this neighborhood for 7 years. love all the trees and the friendly neighbors. Like our school district."
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Chris b.
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8y ago
"It's close to an expensive college but the neighborhood gets really different 2 or 3 blocks from the main campus. "
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Frequently asked questions about 3602 Forest Ave

What is the price history for 3602 Forest Ave?
3602 Forest Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $77,500 in October 1998.
Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?
Des Moines is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What's the median sale price in Des Moines?
The median sale price in Des Moines is $215K. That is up $3.57K from the prior month.
What do residents say about the Drake neighborhood?
Residents describe the Drake neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in Drake, Des Moines.
Does 3602 Forest Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 3602 Forest Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 3602 Forest Ave?
The lot at 3602 Forest Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.03 acres (1,393 sq ft).