465 Foster Drive, Des Moines, IA 50312
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Innovations
Listed by: sara gaskell
Office: iowa realty mills crossing
MLS#:740693
Source:IA_DMAAR
Price summary
- Price:$2,200,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$380.56
About this home
Foster Drive Mid Century Modern ranch sitting on 1.8 acres w/ privacy from the street & 5,781 sqft of living space. Landscaping designed by Douglas Hoerr of Hoerr Schaudt firm based in Chicago, w/ a 30 yr history of creating national & internationally recognized gardens. Architecture of this home encircles a gunite pool w/ limestone deck that creates a protected microclimate, where sunlight & shelter come together. Natural light & expansive open living spaces define the interior of this ranch. Designed w/ oversized windows, stone, & hardwood flooring, this home creates a connection between the indoors & surrounding landscape. There are 5 fireplaces—wood-burning & gas—that feature a mix of natural stone & marble mantels. Kitchen has newly updated appliances, an island w/ counter-height seating, double Sub-Zero refrigerators, walk-in pantry, & bar w/ ice maker. Primary suite has a fireplace, walk-in closet, & en suite bath. Each bedroom includes an en suite or Jack-&-Jill bathroom. Outdoor living features space for entertaining, outdoor dining & pool side lounging. Oversized 3-car attached garage provides ample space for storage. Mechanical systems include 4 HVAC, 2 air conditioning units & generator. Recent updates; new roof, new concrete driveway, new ¾ bath adjacent to the pool. The 8.5-foot-deep chlorine pool is maintained by Elite Pools. Thoughtfully maintained, all mechanical systems, plumbing, roof & electrical have been inspected & updated within the last 12 months....
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Home facts
- Year built:1948
- Listing ID #:740693
- Added:42 day(s) ago
- Updated:June 24, 2026 at 04:26 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:6
- Full bathrooms:1
- Half bathrooms:2
- Flooring:Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Dining Description:Separate Formal Dining Room
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Outdoor Kitchen, Refrigerator, Separate Ice Machine, Stove, Wine Cooler
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Finished
- Living area:5,781 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Shingle, Wood
- Year built:1948
- Building area:5,781 sq. ft.
- Lot area:1.83 Acres
- Lot Features:Rectangular Lot
- Architectural Style:Mid Century Modern, Ranch
- Construction Materials:Brick, Stone
- Exterior Features:Fully Fenced, Open, Outdoor Kitchen, Patio, Sprinkler Irrigation
- Foundation Description:Brick/Mortar
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$2,200,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$380.56
- Tax amount:$25,357 (2026)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Separate Ice Machine, Stove, Washer, Wine Cooler
- Laundry features:Dryer, Main Level, Washer
- Amenities:Fire Alarm, Security System, Smoke Detectors, Wet Bar, Window Treatments, Wine Cellar
- Pool features:Heated, In Ground
Parking
- Parking description:Attached, Garage, Three Car Garage
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:3
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