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4 Beds
6 Baths
5,781 sqft

$1,635,000

465 Foster Drive, Des Moines IA, 50312

Price per sqft$282.82
Built in1948
Property size5,781 sqft
Property typeResidential

Overview

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Listed Sep 2, 2026

Updated 4 weeks ago

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.

Additional information

MLS® ID
740693

Interior Features

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
6
Fireplace
Yes
Cooling
Yes
Heating
Yes
Basement
Yes

Exterior Features

Lot Size
1.83 Acres

Other Property Details

Taxes
$25,357
Tax Frequency
Annually
Garage
Yes
Pool
Yes
55+/Senior Community
No

 

Courtesy of Iowa Realty Mills Crossing, Sara Gaskell,
Listing Contact: 515-350-4799 

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