Iowa
Des Moines
1347 Forest Avenue

$279,900

1347 Forest Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50314

4 beds |
2 baths |
1,460 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 2008
6,665sqft lot
2 car garage
$192/sqft
Listed 3 days ago

Property Description

Discover this one of a kind Art Deco inspired 2 story home near Drake University, offering 2000 sq ft of thoughtfully designed living space. Built w/creativity & sustainability in mind, this 4 bed, 2 bath home was envisioned & designed by college students as a model of modern, eco-friendly living. The exterior blends timeless design creating a home that feels both classic & forward thinking. Inside, sunlight streams into large windows highlighting the bamboo floors in the open concept floor plan w/ a seamless flow from living, dining & kitchen perfect for entertaining. The kitchen serves as the centerpiece w/ sleek cabinets, sustainable countertops and SS appliances. Upstairs 2 spacious bedrooms flooded w/natural light & a contemporary bathroom that compliments the home's unique character. Its LEED certified design ensures reduced energy consumption & smaller carbon footprint while maintaining a high standard of comfort & luxury. Enjoy a prime location close to the campus, parks, public library, walking trails, local dining and shops. 1347 Forest Ave isn't just a home.--it's a statement of creativity, community, and conscious living. Designed w/purpose & built to last, it's a rare opportunity to own a modern architectural treasure in one of Des Moines most dynamic neighborhoods.

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: October 16, 2025 at 05:00AM
Listing Office:: LPT Realty, LLC : (877) 366-2213
Listing Agent:: Randy Brady : (515) 988-4786
MLS ID:: 728429

General: Eat-in KitchenWindow Treatments
Appliances: DryerDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorStoveWasher
Basement: Egress WindowsFinished
Flooring: CarpetHardwood
A/C: Central Air
Heating: Forced AirGas

General: Fence
Style: Art DecoTwo Story
Parking: DetachedGarageTwo Car Garage

Roofing: AsphaltShingle
General: Cement SidingStone2Poured

Road/Access: Concrete
Originating MLS: DMAAR_DM
School District: Des Moines Independent
County: Polk

Zoning: NX1LOT 14 BLK 2 LAYMANS 1ST ADDITION TO NORTH DES MOINES08003811000000
Fencing: WoodPartial

Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Source: DMAAR_DM

This listing courtesy of Randy Brady, LPT Realty, LLC

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Location

Schools Nearby

King Elementary School

1849 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50314

Grades KG-5

0.30 miles away

Ruby Van Meter

710 28th St, Des Moines, IA, 50312

Grades KG-12

1.41 miles away

North High School

501 Holcomb Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50313

Grades 9-12

1.14 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.