# 115 Tonawanda Drive, Des Moines, IA 50312

> **TL;DR:** 3bd/2ba single family, $525,000 ($328/sqft), built 1887, 1,600 sqft.
> Spa, Hardwood, A/C. Est. $2,275/mo. Listed 57 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $525,000 |
| Price/sqft | $328 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 full |
| Square Feet | 1,600 |
| Year Built | 1887 |
| Lot Size | 13,416 sqft (0.31 acres) |
| Stories | 2 |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 57 |

## Why This Home Stands Out

- **Hardwood Floors** - Throughout the home

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $2,275 |
| **Total** | **$2,275** |

## Key Amenities

- Spa
- Hardwood
- A/C

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1887
- 0.31 acre lot
- 2 stories

## Description

### Agent 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. The highlight of this residence are the large, ten-foot deep front porch and side screened porch, creating the feeling 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 ticket master residence - 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. Improvements include: new two-car garage with a finished room above for a studio, office, or guest retreat; a new driveway, new washer and dryer, 7-person salt water hot tub, newer roof, windows, and updated plumbing, providing 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!

## Location

- **Address:** 115 Tonawanda Drive, Des Moines, IA 50312
- **County:** Polk
- **Coordinates:** 41.578369, -93.669314
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=41.578369,-93.669314

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Tom Stender-Custer
- **Brokerage:** Century 21 Signature
- **Phone:** 5158688000
- **Email:** tom@c21sre.com

## Primary Photo

![115 Tonawanda Drive - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/2c0f7cb89b82ac6b98c1afc1db854873l-f1842578493r.jpg)

*31 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/115-tonawanda-drive-des-moines-ia-50312-a734288)*

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**MLS#:** 734288 | **Updated:** 2026-04-26
**Source:** listhub

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