4101 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50311
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4101 Plainview Dr
Des Moines, IA 50311

Drake
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,310 sqft

$223,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,488/mo*
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$223,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,488/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,310 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Freshly painted interior and exterior, new shingles, re-modeled kitchen new appliances, sink, garbage disposal, countertop, re-modeled bathroom with new fixtures, newer thermo pane window on main floor, central air, furnace and water heater less than 10 years old, new carpeting main level and 1 room in basement. Great access to public transportation and short walk to food and stores. Quiet neighborhood.

Renter pays all utilities (water, sewer, electric, internet, etc.) and associated fees (garbage, stormwater, etc.). NO SMOKING. Tuck-under garage is small, may need to park on street. Open to having dog(s), discussion about size and number. No cats.
4101 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50311 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,310 sqft single-family home in Drake, built in 1917. It last sold for $164,500 on Aug 14, 2020. More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2020 with an asking price of $1,320 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 23, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $223,400, with a rent estimate of $1,534/month.

Home Highlights

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

Home Details for 4101 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
Appliances & Utilities
DisposalDryerWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: Other, ShinglePorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1917
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4965 sqft

Additional Information

On Site Laundry Available

Price History for 4101 Plainview Dr

DatePriceEventSource
02/23/2021ListingRemovedN/A
09/29/2020$1,320ListingRemovedN/A
08/29/2020$1,320Listed For RentN/A
08/14/2020$164,500Sold
N/A
02/01/2005$99,500Sold
N/A
08/23/2004$101,500Sold
N/A
06/11/2002$76,500Sold
N/A

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$206K
$5.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.6%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$187
$3MoM
Available listings
1004
12MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,942
Assessment$215,900
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 4101 Plainview Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
4050 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$254,795
02/05/26
3
1
1,144
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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  • 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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