768 Foster Drive, Des Moines, IA 50312

$1,050,000 Asking Price

5 beds
5 baths
3,880  sqft
Built in 1989

This stunning 1.5 story walk-out is nestled on a .51 acre lot backing to timber in Des Moines' esteemed & historic South of Grand neighborhood. A two-story entry, abundant windows & pristine hardwood floors welcome you to this 5,000+ finished sq ft beauty. The open floor plan features a spacious great room with vaulted ceiling, fireplace, built-ins & slider access to the first of two decks off the main level. The kitchen offers abundant cabinetry, a large center island, granite counters, double wall oven & beverage nook with prep sink. Open to the kitchen is an eat-in dining area & 2nd living space with picturesque views & slider access to 2nd deck. Relax in the sprawling owner's suite with a dual vanity, jetted tub, tile shower & large walk-in closet. A formal dining room, half bath, gym/flex space, laundry room with sink & drop zone complete the main level. Upstairs the 2nd level offers two generous bedrooms each with their own ensuite bathrooms. The lower level is perfect for family hang outs & entertaining with a large family room, 2nd fireplace, wet bar with beverage fridge, walkout access to the covered patio, 4th & 5th bedrooms, a full bathroom & wine cellar. Enjoy plentiful storage space with a storage room, many closets & the 3 car garage with epoxy flooring. The curb appeal is evident from the street with professional, mature landscaping surrounding the home, including a lovely stone patio among the two decks & separate covered patio!


Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Wet Bar,Separate/Formal Dining Room,Eat-in Kitchen,Fireplace,Cable TV,Window Treatments
Appliances:
Built-In Oven,Cooktop,Dryer,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer
Laundry:
Main Level
Basement:
Finished
Flooring:
Carpet,Hardwood,Tile
A/C:
true, Central Air
Heating:
true, Forced Air,Gas,Natural Gas
Fireplace:
Wood Burning,Fireplace Screen, Fireplace, Fireplaces: 2

Exterior

General:
Deck,Fence,Patio
Style:
One and One Half Story,Traditional
Parking:
Attached,Garage,Three Car Garage

Construction

Roofing:
Asphalt,Shingle
General:
Cement Siding, One and One Half, Poured

Location

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

Lot

Zoning:
N1A, too long - see agent remarks., 09004365000000
Fencing:
Partial

Utilities

Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
DMAAR

This listing courtesy of:
RE/MAX Precision, Andrew DePhillips

About Des Moines, IA

Housing

Number of Units
99,985
Median Home Value
$151,586
Median Rent
$791

40.41% of housing units are renter occupied.

7.36% are vacant.

Commute

Car
75.18%
Public Transportation
1.57%
Walk to Work
2.32%
Work from Home
19.95%
Other
0.57%

The median travel time to work is 17 minutes.

People

Population
223,303
Median Age
35.20
Median Household Size
2.59

Education

High School
28.82%
Associate’s Degree
8.43%
Bachelor’s Degree
20.24%
Graduate Degree
8.07%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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