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

4036 Plainview Dr
Des Moines, IA 50311

Drake
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,327 sqft

$240,000

Last Sold: Nov 26, 2025
2% over list $235K
$181/sqft

$240,000

Last Sold: Nov 26, 2025
2% over list $235K
$181/sqft
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,327 sqft

Local Information

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Description

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.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from December 30, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$181/sqft
Listed
160 days ago

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
Last check for updates: about 21 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

Price History for 4036 Plainview Dr

DatePriceEventSource
11/26/2025$240,000Sold
DMMLS #728497
10/20/2025$235,000PendingDMMLS #728497
10/16/2025$235,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #728497
01/12/2022$197,000Sold
DMMLS #640294
11/18/2021$210,000PendingDMMLS #640294
10/22/2021$210,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #640294
06/04/1998$64,500Sold
N/A

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated April 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$201K
$500MoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.2%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$184
$3MoM
Available listings
990
22MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,700
Assessment$213,200
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 4036 Plainview Dr

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Sold Date
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1055 40th St, Des Moines, IA
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$281,500
07/08/25
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2
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06/18/25
3
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1,314
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$244,900
10/24/25
3
1.5
1,674
1002 38th St, Des Moines, IA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$300,000
04/01/26
3
2
1,373
4021 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$315,000
06/16/25
4
2
1,593
947 40th St, Des Moines, IA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$304,000
08/29/25
4
2
1,151
3912 Center St, Des Moines, IA
0.42
Single-Family Home
$218,000
08/11/25
3
1.5
1,107
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0.33
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$275,000
07/29/25
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2
1,611

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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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    "safe neighborshood.. friendly people. Near schools. loved it. near kids activities. near bus system. convenient "
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    "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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4036 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50311 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,327 sqft single-family home built in 1917. 4036 Plainview Dr is located in Drake, Des Moines. This property is not currently available for sale. 4036 Plainview Dr was last sold on Nov 26, 2025 for $240,000 (2% higher than the asking price of $235,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 4036 Plainview Dr is $242,000.