4054 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50311
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OFF MARKET

4054 Plainview Dr
Des Moines, IA 50311

Drake
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 902 sqft

$193,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 12, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,303/mo*
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$193,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 12, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,303/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
902 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

A fresh new look updated with new vinyl windows and siding, new flooring and paint throughout! Originally built in 1918 with over 902sf of finished area on the main level including 2 nice sized bedrooms, a brand new full bath, formal living room, formal dining room with built in hutch and a new kitchen with ceramic floors, oak cabinetry, and new stainless appliances. This home is not a short sale. Bank responses are within 24 hrs and we can close quickly.
4054 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50311 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 902 sqft single-family home in Drake, built in 1918. It last sold for $85,425 on Sep 26, 2012. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $193,900, with a rent estimate of $1,345/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
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Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 4054 Plainview Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: WoodFoundation Type: Masonry
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1918Year Updated: 1925
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 50 sqft

Price History for 4054 Plainview Dr

DatePriceEventSource
09/26/2012$85,425Sold
DMMLS #404991
08/05/2012$89,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/05/2012$84,978Sold
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12/08/2005$91,000Sold
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10/15/2002$75,500Sold
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12/20/2000$80,000Sold
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10/07/1999$19,500Sold
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04/16/1999$41,972Sold
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Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$211K
$5.03KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$191
$4MoM
Available listings
1009
2MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,978
Assessment$163,600
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 4054 Plainview Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
4050 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA
0.01
Single-Family Home
$254,795
02/05/26
3
1
1,144
1447 46th St, Des Moines, IA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$195,000
12/19/25
2
1
842
1001 44th Pl, Des Moines, IA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$165,000
06/05/26
3
1
1,112
Home facts updated by county records

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Assigned Schools

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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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    "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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