5401 Forest Dr, Johnston, IA 50131
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OFF MARKET

$762,400

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 4,632 sqft (on 1 acre)

5401 Forest Dr, Johnston, IA 50131

Est. Refi. Payment $5,002/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jan 31, 2019 for $545,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$762K
Since last month
Decreased$25K (-3.2%)
Since last year
Increased$20K (+2.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$217K (+39.7%)
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 +36% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$762K
August 2026$762K
July 2026$788K
June 2026$784K
May 2026$764K
April 2026$763K
March 2026$756K
February 2026$737K
January 2026$732K
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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
7155 Oak Crest Blvd, Johnston, IA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$595,000
07/06/26
5
3.5
2,690
6729 NW Beaver Dr, Johnston, IA
0.71
Single-Family Home
$665,000
02/09/26
3
4
2,575

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
5380 NW 71st Pl, Johnston, IA 50131
0.10
$597,500
5
4
2,585
Off Market
7061 Forest Dr, Johnston, IA 50131
0.13
$641,300
4
4
3,257
Off Market
7051 Forest Dr, Johnston, IA 50131
0.14
$650,100
3
4
3,448
Off Market
7041 Forest Dr, Johnston, IA 50131
0.16
$689,400
6
3.5
3,146
Off Market
7031 Forest Dr, Johnston, IA 50131
0.18
$715,700
5
5
3,550
Off Market
5411 Forest Dr, Johnston, IA 50131
0.03
$659,900
4
3.5
2,674
Recently Sold
5421 Forest Dr, Johnston, IA 50131
0.06
$672,000
4
4.5
3,224
Off Market
5431 Forest Dr, Johnston, IA 50131
0.08
$704,200
4
3
2,796
Off Market
5441 Forest Dr, Johnston, IA 50131
0.10
$627,000
5
3
2,775
Off Market
5440 Forest Dr, Johnston, IA 50131
0.12
$561,500
4
3
2,744
Off Market
5430 Forest Dr, Johnston, IA 50131
0.10
$633,400
4
5
3,292
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1992
1 acre lot
4,632 sqft
$165/sqft
Garage

About this House

Rare opportunity to live in the forest! That’s right, Forest Drive, a quiet, very wooded, highly-sought after community in Johnston. This unique one and a half story home sits on over an acre, has exquisite character, lots of big windows, and is very tastefully updated! 4 bdrm/4 bath/3 car gar w well over 4400 fin sq ft of generous space to move about (without losing that quaint, cozy atmosphere when it's time to cuddle up by the dual-sided fireplace w a good book). Main level has a lovely office w a hallway of bookshelves to store all those books you will be reading in your 4-season room or out on your deck! Bright, luxurious kitchen with granite, double oven w convection, pantry, bar stool area and dining area. 1st floor spacious master, mstr bath has heated floors and huge walk in closet. Also on first level, formal din rm, fam rm w dual fireplace, hearth sitting area, and 4 season rm. Upper level has two large bdrms w huge walk-ins and a dual sink/ full bath! LL has a bdrm w walk-in closet, full bath, game area (pool table can stay), workout room (all equipment but elliptical can stay), and you can walkout to that fabulous backyard! New driveway and roof in ‘17, new hardwood, tile, granite, security, irrigation, and the LL storage has an ext door to store the snowblower! A must see!
5401 Forest Dr, Johnston, IA 50131 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 4,632 sqft single-family home built in 1992. It last sold for $545,500 on Jan 31, 2019. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $762,400, with a rent estimate of $3,668/month.

Home Details for 5401 Forest Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Library, Master Bath, Office, Pantry, Sun RoomWet BarCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Security
Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Stucco, BrickFoundation Type: ConcreteGardenLawnPatioSprinkler System
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1992
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1 acre

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 31, 2019
Source: DMMLS #571095
Sold
$545,500
Jan 2, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$565,000
Nov 14, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$565,000
Price decreased by 2%
Oct 12, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$577,500

Market trends in Johnston

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$360K
$6KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.3%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$207
$3MoM
Available listings
138
10MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Johnston

At least 101 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 91 % Say car is needed

  • 89 % Say parking is easy

  • 88 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 83 % Say kids play outside

  • 81 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 77 % Say it's quiet

  • 77 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 74 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 72 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 54 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 52 % Say there's wildlife

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 51 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 47 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 41 % Say there are community events

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  • Cramer2202
    "Nice place to live and raise a family just outside of the city and things are still close enough to get to. "
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  • Jacobtarr
    "Not at all. The place is peaceful and quiet, neighbors are very friendly, dog owners pick up after their doing and most of all the dogs are well trained and friendly."
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  • Angel X.
    "It’s a easy commute to all of Des Moines and surrounding areas. Easy accessible to highway and backroads."
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  • Leighton M. B.
    "there are many facilities in our area and nearby parks for children. it is very safe area. it is a great Place to raise a family."
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  • Esee1023
    "the schools are great and they have great sports at this school. On the other side there are very large blocks of apartments"
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  • Kenneth K.
    "Very safe area for children great schools very friendly people in the neighborhood very affordable housing "
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  • Lindsay S.
    "We love this area for the convenience of everything. The nieghborhood is quiet and super safe. Schools are awesome. Shopping, restaurants, bike trails, awesome parks and so many things super close! We love the community and the attitude of the people! Great place to raise kids! Many activities available. Farmers market, Johnston Green days and parades! Such a fun place to grow up!"
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  • Moses Ntambwe
    "Every events that happened here makes this community special, and that’s the beauty of it . without this events like live music performances , the community is not able to be special, there will be no unity among people."
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  • Trishamc2
    "I love this neighborhood so much. Everyone is friendly! Its clean and safe! People are outside all the time!!!"
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  • Renee R.
    "Terrific neighborhood and wonderful neighbors. We have really enjoyed this area and will miss it greatly."
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  • Daniel F.
    "The commute is easy as we have various access points to main roadways and the interstate. Also Johnston is continually working on improving the roadways. "
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  • Lcmanningbey
    "we are all one big community. That supports each other and does a neighborhood watch. we are involved in our children's activities and look out for each other's family."
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  • Luananb
    "EVERYONE has a dog in Johnston. They are like family out here. Regularly people are walking their dogs and most yards are fenced in as well. "
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  • Angi O. g. b.
    "I’ve lived here for 14 yrs, but we are looking for hassle-free living in a townhome. Johnston city planners don’t seem to be involved in new construction/developments, which are still going up in clusters sprawled throughout the city limits. Townhomes are being developed in specific areas where its townhouse after townhouse, which feels like it will look trashy over time. They should use Ankeny’s approach of mixing townhomes in with single family. The homes are vintage and neighborhoods are planned for walk-ability to shopping, entertainment and elementary schools. So lovely."
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  • Joinjuliana
    "Old and new houses mixed together. Good schools. Lots of land. On a convenient street equidistant to downtown and west side amenities."
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  • Dan H.
    "We have lived in this area for 8 years. It is a family and pet friendly area with great neighbors. "
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  • jenfineped
    "Johnston is a top notch community!"
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Frequently asked questions about 5401 Forest Dr

  • What is 5401 Forest Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 5401 Forest Dr in Johnston, IA is $762,400.
  • What is the price history for 5401 Forest Dr?
    5401 Forest Dr in Johnston, IA last sold for $545,500 in January 2019.
  • Is Johnston a buyer's or seller's market?
    Johnston is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Johnston?
    The median sale price in Johnston is $360K. That is down $6K from the prior month.
  • Does 5401 Forest Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 5401 Forest Dr in Johnston, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 5401 Forest Dr have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 5401 Forest Dr in Johnston, IA has in-unit laundry.

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