115 Tonawanda Drive Des Moines, IA 50312
Listing Courtesy of: IOWA AOR / Century 21 Signature Real Estate / Tom Stender-Custer / CENTURY 21 Signature Real Estate / Megan Hill Mitchum - Contact:  (515) 868-8000

  115 Tonawanda Drive Des Moines, IA 50312

Active (10 Days)
$570,000 (USD)
3
BED
2
BATH
1,600
SQFT

Description

Surrounded by the wooded embrace of Tonawanda Ravine, 115 Tonawanda Drive is a rare convergence of history, privacy, and modern refinement, all set in one of Des Moines most desirable locales - the coveted South of Grand-Salisbury Oaks neighborhood. With a large, ten-foot deep front porch connected to the ten-food deep side screened porch, this residence offers the feel of a secluded lakeside retreat yet sits moments from the cultural, dining, and lifestyle conveniences of the city. It's serenity without sacrifice. This storied home occupies a distinguished place in Des Moines history, once serving as a trolley station and residence of the ticket master, a legacy that lends character and provenance impossible to replicate today. Thoughtfully and comprehensively updated, the home now lives beautifully with modern standards while honoring its past. Recent improvements include a new two-car garage with a finished room above, ideal for a studio, office, or guest retreat; a new driveway, roof, windows, and updated plumbing, along with other upgrades providing both comfort and peace of mind. The natural setting combined with the indoor outdoor living of this residence create a private retreat in the heart of the city, designed for those who value refined living, timeless character, and a setting that feels worlds away. Homes like this do not simply exist, they endure. And opportunities like this are exceedingly rare. Don't miss your opportunity to own this rarefied residence.

MLS #:
734288
Taxes
$5,625
Lot Size
0.31 acres
Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1887
Style
Two Story, Farmhouse
School District
Des Moines Independent
County
Polk County

Listed By

Tom Stender-Custer, Century 21 Signature Real Estate, Contact: (515) 868-8000
Megan Hill Mitchum, CENTURY 21 Signature Real Estate
Source
IOWA AOR
Last checked Feb 22 2026 at 2:26 PM GMT-0500
Bathroom Details
  • Full Bathroom: 1
  • 3/4 Bathroom: 1
Interior Features
  • See Remarks
  • Window Treatments
  • Dryer
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Washer
  • Laundry: Main Level
  • Separate/Formal Dining Room
Lot Information
  • Rectangular Lot
Property Features
  • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Heating and Cooling
  • Gas
  • Forced Air
  • Natural Gas
  • Central Air
Basement Information
  • Crawl Space
Flooring
  • Carpet
  • Hardwood
  • Tile
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Roof: Shingle
Utility Information
  • Utilities: Water Source: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
Parking
  • Two Car Garage
  • Garage
  • Detached
Stories
  • 2
Living Area
  • 1,600 sqft
Additional Information: Signature Real Estate | (515) 868-8000
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