Brokerage Compensation
- Broker Compensation: Not advertised
465 Foster Drive Overview
- Time on Site:
- 47 days
- Visits:
- 312
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.
465 Foster Drive Facts & Features
- Type Single Family
- Sq. ft. 5,781
- Price/Sq.ft. $381
- Lot 1.83 Acres
Details
General
Association/HOA
- Association: false
School Information
- School District: Des Moines Independent
Building Information
- Year Built: 1948
Location/Region
- County Or Parish: Polk
- MLS Area Major: Des Moines West
- Postal City: Des Moines
Rent/Lease Information
- Lease Considered: false
Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: 25357.0
- Tax Year: 2026
General Information
- Listing Terms: Cash,Conventional
- Parcel Number: 09004448001000
- Property Sub Type: Residential
- Property Type: Residential
- Senior Community: false
- Zoning: N1A
Interior
Parking Information
- Garage Spaces: 3.0
- Garage: true
Beds/Baths
- Bathrooms Full: 1
- Bathrooms Half: 2
- Bathrooms Three Quarter: 3
- Bathrooms Total: 6
- Bedrooms Total: 4
Building Interior
- Below Grade Finished Area: 611.0
- Building Area Total: 5781.0
General Information
- Appliances: Dryer,Dishwasher,Freezer,Microwave,Refrigerator,Separate Ice Machine,Stove,Wine Cooler,Washer
- Fireplace Features: Gas Log,Wood Burning,Fireplace Screen
- Fireplace: true
- Fireplaces Total: 5
- Flooring: Carpet,Hardwood,Tile
- Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
- Interior Features: Wet Bar,Separate/Formal Dining Room,Eat-in Kitchen,Fireplace,Cable TV,Wine Cellar,Window Treatments
- Laundry Features: Main Level
- Living Area: 5781.0
- Main Level Bedrooms: 4
- Security Features: Security System,Fire Alarm,Smoke Detector(s)
- Stories: 1
Exterior
Parking Information
- Parking Features: Attached,Garage,Three Car Garage
Lot Information
- Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
- Lot Size Acres: 1.831
- Lot Size Area: 1.831
- Lot Size Square Feet: 79774.0
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Road Surface Type: Asphalt
- Water Source: Public
Building Exterior/Construction
- Architectural Style: Mid-Century Modern,Ranch
- Attached Garage: true
- Construction Materials: Brick,Stone
- Patio And Porch Features: Open,Patio
- Roof: Shingle,Wood
General Information
- Exterior Features: Fully Fenced,Sprinkler/Irrigation,Outdoor Kitchen,Patio
- Fencing: Wood,Full
- Pool Features: Heated,In Ground
- Sewer: Public Sewer
465 Foster Drive Neighborhood
Community
50312 (Des Moines) Demographics
Schools
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465 Foster Drive Market Data
Based on the last 30 days in this zip code
465 Foster Drive History
| Date | Value | Agent |
|---|---|---|
| 5/13/2026Source: Des Moines Area | May 13, 2026 |
Sara Gaskell Listing Agent |
Contact Information: 515-350-4799