OFF MARKET

Off market jul 2018 for $195K

$267,382

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,377/mo

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2 ba

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1,049

sq ft

5936 Cottage Dr, Des Moines, IA 50311

About this home

Charming 1 & 1/2 Story Home nestled in a quiet neighborhood! Living room with beautiful newly refinished hardwood floors and large windows looking out onto the courtyard and private backyard. Two main floor bedrooms both with hardwood floors. Kitchen includes stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, pantry closet and has laminate floors. Second floor master bedroom with sitting area, two closets and an extra large storage room perfect for Seasonal clothing and décor. In addition there is a 3 seasons room off the living room with a wood burning stove that also helps heat the main floor during the colder months. Lower level has a finished rec room/family room with new carpet. 3/4 bath and laundry room. Large storage/mechanical room. Basement has also been waterproofed and has 2 sump pumps. Enjoy the beautiful landscaped yard. Storage shed for lawn equipment/firewood. Extra deep one car garage. Close to schools, shopping and freeway.

Single-familyProperty Type

1951Year Built

10,016 sq ftLot Size

$255Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Julia Watermiller • Iowa Realty Beaverdale

Listed by • Iowa Realty Beaverdale

Bought with Joshua Geneser • Iowa Realty Beaverdale

Source:DMMLS #500068

Redfin Estimate

$267,382

$72K since sold in July 2018$6,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 10.5% higher than the average sale price ($242K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JAN 8, 2026
$257,500
A
3 beds2 baths1,230 sq ft
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SOLD SEP 25, 2026
$250,000
B
3 beds2 baths960 sq ft
661 64th St, Des Moines, IA 50312
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$240,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths780 sq ft
1116 58th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
SOLD APR 2, 2026
$288,938
D
3 beds2 baths1,016 sq ft
1206 68th St, Windsor Heights, IA 50324
SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$215,000
E
3 beds1 bath864 sq ft
1232 60th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
SOLD APR 7, 2026
$199,900
F
3 beds2 baths1,140 sq ft
1129 57th St, Des Moines, IA 50311

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Market trends in 50311, IA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

98.6%

+0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$256K

$14K MoM

Avg. days on market

21d

12 days MoM

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5 MoM

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14 beds8 baths4,240 sq ft
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2703 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
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3 beds3 baths1,037 sq ft
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Sale history for 5936 Cottage Dr

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Jul 5, 2018

Sold

$195,000

$186/sq ft

DMMLS #500068

Sep 11, 2015

Sold

$142,500

$136/sq ft

Jul 21, 2015

Listed

$144,900

$138/sq ft

+20

DMMLS #351386

Sep 21, 2009

Sold

$129,000

$123/sq ft

Aug 3, 2009

Listed

$132,000

$126/sq ft

UNIQUE SPACIOUS COTTAGE with great location has 1 1/2 Stories, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large 3 season porch with wood burner. Finished basement with 3/4 bath. It has an eat-in kitchen, 1st floor main bedroom, new carpeting and fresh paint in Living Room and Entry. There is hardwood under the new carpeting and a large finished bonus room upstairs. It has a beautifully landscaped fenced yard with 8x8 storage shed, dog run, herb garden and giant circular patio. It was featured in Better Homes and Gardens with the original owner. Features Include: newer hi-efficiency Furnace and AC, New Roof and Insulated Vinyl Siding in 2003 + a one car attached garage. It has a convenient location and is near an elementary school. All Appliances stay including washer and dryer. Quick Possession is possible!

Public Records

Sep 7, 2004

Sold

$137,500

$131/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$4,836 (+8.7%)

$55,600 + $203,500

$259,100

2025

$4,450 (+2.2%)

$55,600 + $203,500

$259,100

2024

$4,356 (−0.6%)

$49,000 + $182,900

$231,900

2023

$4,382 (+0.8%)

$49,000 + $182,900

$231,900

2022

$4,346 (+0.8%)

$42,200 + $152,600

$194,800

2021

$4,312 (−3.6%)

$42,200 + $152,600

$194,800

2020

$4,474 (+8.1%)

$42,200 + $152,600

$194,800

2019

$4,138 (+1.2%)

$39,100 + $142,300

$181,400

2018

$4,090 (+11.9%)

$39,100 + $142,300

$181,400

2017

$3,656 (+7.8%)

$34,600 + $127,900

$162,500

2016

$3,392 (+10.3%)

$30,200 + $113,500

$143,700

2013

$3,076

$28,000 + $108,400

$136,400

Tax history for 5936 Cottage Dr

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$4,836 (+8.7%)

$55,600 + $203,500

$259,100

2025

$4,450 (+2.2%)

$55,600 + $203,500

$259,100

2024

$4,356 (−0.6%)

$49,000 + $182,900

$231,900

2023

$4,382 (+0.8%)

$49,000 + $182,900

$231,900

2022

$4,346 (+0.8%)

$42,200 + $152,600

$194,800

2021

$4,312 (−3.6%)

$42,200 + $152,600

$194,800

2020

$4,474 (+8.1%)

$42,200 + $152,600

$194,800

2019

$4,138 (+1.2%)

$39,100 + $142,300

$181,400

2018

$4,090 (+11.9%)

$39,100 + $142,300

$181,400

2017

$3,656 (+7.8%)

$34,600 + $127,900

$162,500

2016

$3,392 (+10.3%)

$30,200 + $113,500

$143,700

2013

$3,076

$28,000 + $108,400

$136,400

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Zoning and permits

Zoning
Permits

N3B

Neighborhood District

N3b is intended to preserve the scale and character of residential neighborhoods developed predominantly during the 1950s through 1970s typically in the ranch, split-level, or cottage style pursuant to House B building type in section 135-2.14 of this code and House C in section 135- 2.15 of this code.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure

Property details

Interior

Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 750
Basement Finish: Finished
Basement Type: Partial Finished

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2

Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Type: Forced Air Gas

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace

Room Information
# of Rooms: 6

Exterior

Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Good
Foundation Type: Concrete Block
Building Style Type: Conventional
Exterior Wall: Wood Siding
Roof Shape Type: Gable
Building Type: Single Family

Property Information
Subdivision Name: WILLMORE WOOD
Living Sq. Ft: 1,049
Building Sq. Ft: 1,485
# of Stories: 1
Stories Type: 1 Story With Basement
Legal Description: LOT 34 WILLMORE WOOD

Parking & Garage Information
Parking Type: Attached Garage
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 336
Garage / Carport Type: Attached

Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 10,016
Legal Lot Number: 34
Municipality Type: DES MOINES
Acres: 0.23
County Use Description: SINGLE FAMILY

Financial

Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,049
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,016 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 09007624000000

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 5, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Windsor Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi

3/10

Merrill Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi

7/10

Roosevelt High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi

5/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years

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Des Moines, IA • 50311

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Estimated sale price

$255,000 – $308,000

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Home values near 5936 Cottage Dr

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
5932 Cottage Drive, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1355 Sq. Ft.	$269,462
5940 Cottage Drive, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1816 Sq. Ft.	$298,959

Address	Redfin Estimate
5928 Cottage Drive, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1379 Sq. Ft.	$296,164
6005 Cottage Drive, Des Moines, IA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1318 Sq. Ft.	$273,021

Address	Redfin Estimate
5942 Cottage Drive, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1130 Sq. Ft.	$267,062
6000 Cottage Drive, Des Moines, IA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1217 Sq. Ft.	$259,024

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