4119 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50311
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OFF MARKET

4119 Plainview Dr
Des Moines, IA 50311

Drake
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,100 sqft

$259,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 12, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,720/mo*
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$259,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 12, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,720/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,100 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Description

After seeing this historic beauty, tell me this isn't your future home! Are you ready to fall head over heels for this charming Roosevelt District neighborhood bungalow? We're talking serious heart-eye emoji vibes here!

This house has got it all - a stunning makeover that's breathed new life into every nook and cranny, while still keeping all the original character and charm that makes this home so special.

Step inside and prepare to be wowed by the large, brand-spanking-new kitchen. The natural light pouring in will make you feel like a cooking superstar. The renovated bathroom is also a sight to behold - you'll feel like royalty every time you step in.

But wait, there's more! The original hardwood floors and built-in cabinetry are perfectly preserved, bringing a touch of old-school cool to the place.

With three spacious rooms on the main level and an additional bedroom in the partially finished basement, you'll have all the room you need to kick back and relax. Plus, the brand-new roof, replacement of many windows, and new AC unit mean you'll be living in style and comfort for years to come.

This historic bungalow is walking distance from fine dining, coffee & theater of the Roosevelt District and not to mention the shaded fenced in back yard is calling your name for a relaxing evening at home! Move fast to make it your forever home today! So what are you waiting for?
4119 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50311 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,100 sqft single-family home in Drake, built in 1917. It last sold for the $249,900 asking price on Aug 15, 2023. More recently, it was listed as a rental in March 2025 with an asking price of $1,800 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 18, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $259,900, with a rent estimate of $1,506/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
1 Car Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 4119 Plainview Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1100 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, StoveDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood, Tile

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleFencing: Wood, FullExterior: Fully FencedFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Attached,Garage,One Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 200 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 88

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1917
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Construction Materials: Wood SidingIncludes Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 09005671000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $249,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Jul 31 2023

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: 1100 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, Contract, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 669634Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (641) 745-0156Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-09005671000000-R-N
Last check for updates: about 12 hours ago
Listed by Darson Grantham, (641) 745-0156
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Bought with: Megan Carey O'Leary, (515) 371-9744, Coldwell Banker Mid-America
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#669634

Price History for 4119 Plainview Dr

DatePriceEventSource
03/18/2025$1,800ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
03/15/2025$1,800Listed For RentZillow Rentals
01/28/2025$2,200ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
12/04/2024$2,200Listed For RentZillow Rentals
11/23/2024$2,200ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
10/31/2024$2,200PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
09/17/2024$1,850PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
07/21/2024$2,000PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
07/12/2024$2,250PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
07/03/2024$2,400Listed For RentZillow Rentals
08/15/2023$249,900Sold
DMMLS #669634
07/31/2023$249,900PendingDMMLS #669634
07/31/2023$249,900PendingToActiveDMMLS #669634
07/27/2023$249,900PendingDMMLS #669634
06/23/2023$249,900PriceChange
DMMLS #669634
06/05/2023$253,000PriceChange
DMMLS #669634
05/10/2023$260,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #669634
04/18/2023ListingRemovedDMMLS #669634
04/06/2023$260,000PriceChange
DMMLS #669634
03/24/2023$265,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #669634
09/13/2022$105,000Sold
DMMLS #657944
08/16/2022$115,000PendingDMMLS #657944

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$3,562
Assessment$242,500
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 4119 Plainview Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
4036 Plainview Dr, Des Moines, IA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$240,000
11/26/25
3
2
1,327
1058 40th St, Des Moines, IA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$223,000
07/16/25
2
1
1,080
1006 44th Pl, Des Moines, IA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$238,000
06/08/26
3
1.5
1,118
1407 42nd St, Des Moines, IA
0.45
Single-Family Home
$265,000
06/12/26
3
1
1,378
4518 Kingman Blvd, Des Moines, IA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$244,000
09/29/25
2
1
1,089
1347 44th St, Des Moines, IA
0.44
Single-Family Home
$212,500
06/03/26
3
1
1,193
1005 38th St, Des Moines, IA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$230,000
01/30/26
2
1
780
1001 42nd St, Des Moines, IA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$229,000
05/08/26
3
1
1,690

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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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    "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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    "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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    "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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