4049 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50311
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OFF MARKET

$239,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,260 sqft

4049 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50311

Drake
Est. Refi. Payment $1,623/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 21, 2024 for $225,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$240K
Since last month
Decreased$1K (-0.6%)
Since last year
Increased$12K (+5.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$14K (+6.3%)
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 +53% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$239K
July 2026$241K
June 2026$240K
May 2026$241K
April 2026$240K
March 2026$236K
February 2026$232K
January 2026$228K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
4036 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$240,000
11/26/25
3
2
1,327
1005 38th St, Des Moines, IA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$230,000
01/30/26
2
1
780
918 39th St, Des Moines, IA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$253,000
09/04/26
3
1
1,404
1327 39th St, Des Moines, IA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$198,000
05/22/26
2
1
1,106
4037 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$75,000
07/31/26
2
1
650
849 39th St, Des Moines, IA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$184,000
11/07/25
2
1
994
4518 Kingman Blvd, Des Moines, IA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$244,000
09/29/25
2
1
1,089

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
4105 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.04
$238,100
2
1
1,048
Off Market
4037 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.03
$75,000
2
1
650
Recently Sold
4106 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.05
$225,000
2
1
955
For Sale
4036 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.04
$240,000
3
2
1,327
Recently Sold
4022 Cottage Grove Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.05
$332,800
4
2
1,580
Off Market
4119 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.08
$258,000
3
1
1,100
Off Market
4021 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.05
$315,400
4
2
1,593
Off Market
4107 Cottage Grove Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.09
$244,400
Studio
-
1,122
Off Market
4107 Kingman Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.07
$315,400
4
-
2,988
Off Market
4014 Cottage Grove Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.07
$426,300
3
2.5
1,984
Off Market
1058 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
0.08
$223,400
2
1
1,080
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 1918
1,260 sqft
$190/sqft

About this House

This beautiful bungalow has so much to offer. Before even entering the front door, the character of the exterior will catch the eye. Upon entering the home, the well cared for hardwood floors will catch your attention, letting you know this is not just another home. You may want to curl up next to the fireplace to read a book or relax, but take a the time to check out the kitchen which has been completely redone as well complete with new cabinets. Then back to the bedrooms and the bath complete with jetted tub and tile shower. Everything about the home says a cut above average. All while positioned in a beautiful little Drake area neighborhood just north of Kingman. It is perfectly located to enjoy a Friedrich's coffee, hit the Waveland Cafe, or get to the Knapp Center to catch the Bulldogs. If you are looking for a place that screams "I am glad to call this home", then do not wait to schedule a time to come take a look at this one.
4049 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50311 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,260 sqft single-family home in Drake, built in 1918. It last sold for the $225,000 asking price on Jun 21, 2024. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $239,500, with a rent estimate of $1,378/month.
Last check for updates: about 19 hours ago
Listed by Matt Cole, (515) 669-2004
RE/MAX Concepts
Bought with: O'Tool, Aaron, RE/MAX Concepts
Co-Buyer's Agent: Rob Ellerman, (816) 304-4434, RE/MAX Concepts
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#690276

Home Details for 4049 Plainview Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1260 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
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood BurningHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood, Tile

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleFoundation: Block
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 63

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1918
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Construction Materials: Stucco
Property Information
Parcel Number: 09005679000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $225,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri May 10 2024

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: 1260 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, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 690276Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 669-2004Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-09005679000000-R-N

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 21, 2024
Source: DMMLS #690276
Sold
$225,000
May 10, 2024
Source: DMMLS #690276
Pending
$225,000
Apr 19, 2024
Source: DMMLS #690276
PriceChange
$225,000
Price increased by 1%
Apr 12, 2024
Source: DMMLS #690276
PriceChange
$223,000
Price decreased by 1%
Mar 28, 2024
Source: DMMLS #690276
PriceChange
$225,000
Price decreased by 2%

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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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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 4049 Plainview Dr

  • What is 4049 Plainview Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 4049 Plainview Dr in Des Moines, IA is $239,500.
  • What is the price history for 4049 Plainview Dr?
    4049 Plainview Dr in Des Moines, IA last sold for $225,000 in June 2024.
  • 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 4049 Plainview Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 4049 Plainview Dr in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 4049 Plainview Dr have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 4049 Plainview Dr in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.

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