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2740 Forest Drive

Des Moines IA 50312

3
2
2
1240 sq. ft.
13875 sq. ft.
Single-Family
Last sold for $460,000
Ingrid WilliamsIngrid Williams, last sold this property on 26 September 2025 after -159 days on market.

Overview

Nestled in the prestigious South of Grand neighborhood, Owl's Head, 2740 Forest Drive is a beautifully maintained walk-out ranch offering over 2,400 Sq ft of finished living space. The house offers a perfect blend of comfort and style. This home features three bedrooms plus a versatile fourth non-conforming bedroom and two full bathrooms, one on each level. Recent updates include new siding, enhancing the home's curb appeal and durability. Inside, the home's layout offers flexibility with plenty of island seating, as well as a formal dining area leading to the deck, and the lower level providing additional living space to suit various needs. The walkout basement leads to a stone patio and expansive, fully-fenced 0.32-acre lot that boasts a meticulously landscaped yard and provides an ideal setting for outdoor activities and entertaining. There are three locked storage sheds off the patio below the garage, making for easy access to lawn equipment, outdoor furniture storage, and more. Located just minutes from downtown Des Moines, this property combines serene suburban living with convenient urban access, making it a rare find in one of the city's most sought-after areas.

Features

3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
2 carspaces
2 garage spaces
1240 sq. ft. floor area
13875 sq. ft. lot size
Single-Family

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 3 bedroom single-family properties sold in Des Moines over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 2740 Forest Drive is $300k.

Median value
$300k
Estimated value range
$125k - $990k
Median days on market
20
Estimated value trend
-1%
decrease over the last 12 months
Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Des Moines. It is only an indication of the time a property is actively listed and should not be relied upon as an accurate representation of how soon a property will be sold.

Property history for 2740 Forest Drive

2025
Sold
$460,000
26 Sep 2025 by Ingrid Williams, of RE/MAX Concepts
2021
Sold
$365,000
10 Mar 2021 by Micole Van Walbeek, of RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts

Happy sellers in Des Moines

<50%
Less than 50% of sellers in Des Moines reported that their sale price either exceeded or met their price expectations.

Des Moines stands out as a desirable suburb for sellers, consistently delivering great customer service and strong market results for homeowners.

This is based on voluntary sentiment collected from 4 reviews in Des Moines over the last 12 months.

Local market activity for 3 bedroom single-family properties in Des Moines

In the last 12 months, 91 three-bedroom single-family properties similar to 2740 Forest Drive, have been sold.

This represents a 15% decrease in three-bedroom single-family properties sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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