4036 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50311
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SOLD
NOV 26, 2025

$240,100

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,327 sqft

4036 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50311

Drake
Est. Refi. Payment $1,627/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 26, 2025 for $240,000 (2% above list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$240K
Since last month
Decreased$600 (-0.2%)
Since last year
Increased$14K (+6%)
Since last sale
Increased$1K (+0.4%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +78% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$241K
August 2026$240K
July 2026$242K
June 2026$239K
May 2026$242K
April 2026$242K
March 2026$241K
February 2026$241K
January 2026$240K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1009 40th St, Des Moines, IA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$337,500
07/10/26
3
2
1,536
901 40th St, Des Moines, IA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$244,900
10/24/25
3
1.5
1,674
924 39th St, Des Moines, IA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$309,900
06/05/26
3
2
1,486
1002 38th St, Des Moines, IA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$300,000
04/01/26
3
2
1,373
1006 44th Pl, Des Moines, IA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$243,500
06/08/26
3
1.5
1,118
918 39th St, Des Moines, IA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$253,000
09/04/26
3
1
1,404
3729 Kingman Blvd, Des Moines, IA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$340,000
08/17/26
3
2
1,845
915 40th Pl, Des Moines, IA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$615,000
01/14/26
3
1.5
1,250

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1058 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.05
$223,400
2
1
1,080
Off Market
4021 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.03
$315,400
4
2
1,593
Off Market
4037 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.03
$75,000
2
1
650
Recently Sold
4049 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.04
$239,500
2
1
1,260
Off Market
4107 Kingman Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.08
$315,400
4
-
2,988
Off Market
4022 Cottage Grove Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.05
$332,800
4
2
1,580
Off Market
1055 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.09
$281,900
3
2
1,513
Off Market
4014 Cottage Grove Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.06
$426,300
3
2.5
1,984
Off Market
4106 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.08
$225,000
2
1
955
For Sale
3920 Kingman Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.12
$443,500
3
1.5
2,215
Off Market
4105 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.07
$238,100
2
1
1,048
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1917
1,327 sqft
$181/sqft
Garage

About this House

Charming three-bedroom, 1.75-bath home filled with natural light and character. The main floor offers a large bedroom, spacious dining room, and a bright sunroom — perfect for relaxing or a home office. Enjoy the cozy backyard, inviting three-season porch, and a large two-car detached garage. Many big-ticket updates already completed! Convenient location with a comfortable layout and welcoming spaces throughout — schedule your private showing today.
4036 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50311 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,327 sqft single-family home in Drake, built in 1917. It last sold for $240,000 on Nov 26, 2025 (2% above the $235,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $240,100, with a rent estimate of $1,758/month.
Last check for updates: about 18 hours ago
Listed by Kathryn Driscoll, (515) 453-6862
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Bought with: Atcheson, Ginger, (515) 208-7625, Real Estate Property Solutions, LLC
Co-Buyer's Agent: Julie Wigg, (515) 360-6750, Real Estate Property Solutions, LLC
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#728497

Home Details for 4036 Plainview Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1327 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, WasherDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Levels: One and One HalfFloors: Hardwood, Tile

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleFencing: Wood, PartialExterior: FenceFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached,Garage,Two Car Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 2

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1917
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: One and One Half Story
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 09005685000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $235,000Price Per Sqft: $181/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Oct 20 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Des Moines
School Information
Elementary School District: Des Moines IndependentJr High / Middle School District: Des Moines IndependentHigh School District: Des Moines Independent

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1327 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4965.84 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 728497Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 515-453-6862Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-09005685000000-R-N

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 26, 2025
Source: DMMLS #728497
Sold
$240,000
Oct 20, 2025
Source: DMMLS #728497
Pending
$235,000
Oct 16, 2025
Source: DMMLS #728497
Listed For Sale
$235,000
Jan 12, 2022
Source: DMMLS #640294
Sold
$197,000
Nov 18, 2021
Source: DMMLS #640294
Pending
$210,000

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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

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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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    "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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  • Trulia User
    "safe neighborshood.. friendly people. Near schools. loved it. near kids activities. near bus system. convenient "
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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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.
    "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.
    "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
    "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
    "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.
    "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.
    "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.
    "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.
    "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.
    "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.
    "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 4036 Plainview Dr

  • What is 4036 Plainview Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 4036 Plainview Dr in Des Moines, IA is $240,100.
  • What is the price history for 4036 Plainview Dr?
    4036 Plainview Dr in Des Moines, IA last sold for $240,000 in November 2025.
  • 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.
  • Does 4036 Plainview Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 4036 Plainview Dr in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 4036 Plainview Dr have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 4036 Plainview Dr in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.

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