1 SW 51st St Des Moines, IA 50312
Westwood Neighborhood
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
2,099
Sq Ft
1.34
Acres
Highlights
- Tennis Courts
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- No HOA
- 1.34 Acre Lot
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- Shades
About This Home
As of February 2025Mid-Century Modern home on 1.3 acres with access to Water Works Park. 5 bedroom home, 1st floor primary suite. 3 of the bedrooms have en suite bathrooms, including the primary. Lot includes a tennis court.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $13,606
Year Built
- Built in 1961
Lot Details
- 1.34 Acre Lot
- Property has an invisible fence for dogs
- Pie Shaped Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Ranch Style House
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Block Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,099 Sq Ft Home
- Wet Bar
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Shades
- Drapes & Rods
- Family Room
- Dining Area
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Tile
- Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Natural lighting in basement
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Additional Features
- Tennis Courts
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 09003803002000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 10, 2024
Closed on
Feb 14, 2025
Sold by
Branstad Eric and Branstad Adrianne
Bought by
Cook Jeffrey Joseph and Zhan Xin
Seller's Agent
Sara Gaskell
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Buyer's Agent
Sara Gaskell
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
List Price
$750,000
Sold Price
$750,000
Views
5
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$343
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.10%
Original Mortgage
$742,400
Outstanding Balance
$737,338
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$12,309
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 15, 2014
Closed on
Feb 11, 2015
Sold by
Rabinowitz Sheldon
Bought by
Branstad Eric and Branstad Adrianne
Seller's Agent
Robin Von Gillern
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Robin Von Gillern
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$650,000
Sold Price
$447,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$202,500
-31.15%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.31%
Original Mortgage
$434,075
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 12, 2013
Sold by
Rabinowitz Sheldon and Rabinowitz Roselind
Bought by
Rabinowitz Sheldon
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 9, 2001
Sold by
Rabinowitz Sheldon and Rabinowitz Roselind
Bought by
Rabinowitz Sheldon and Rabinowitz Roselind
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $750,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $447,500 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $742,400 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $478,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $40,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $362,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $434,075 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $120,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $300,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $300,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/11/2025 02/11/25 | Sold | $750,000 | 0.0% | $357 / Sq Ft |
| 12/16/2024 12/16/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/10/2024 12/10/24 | For Sale | $750,000 | +67.6% | $357 / Sq Ft |
| 02/20/2015 02/20/15 | Sold | $447,500 | -31.2% | $213 / Sq Ft |
| 02/20/2015 02/20/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/15/2014 05/15/14 | For Sale | $650,000 | -- | $310 / Sq Ft |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $13,290 | $686,000 | $153,200 | $532,800 |
| 2023 | $13,574 | $686,000 | $153,200 | $532,800 |
| 2022 | $13,468 | $584,800 | $135,800 | $449,000 |
| 2021 | $13,264 | $584,800 | $135,800 | $449,000 |
| 2020 | $13,774 | $540,100 | $124,900 | $415,200 |
| 2019 | $12,810 | $540,100 | $124,900 | $415,200 |
| 2018 | $12,676 | $485,200 | $109,900 | $375,300 |
| 2017 | $12,392 | $485,200 | $109,900 | $375,300 |
| 2016 | $12,068 | $466,700 | $100,000 | $366,700 |
| 2015 | $12,068 | $466,700 | $100,000 | $366,700 |
| 2014 | $11,374 | $436,800 | $92,200 | $344,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
Sara Gaskell
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
(515) 350-4799
3 in this area
79 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2015
Robin Von Gillern
RE/MAX
(515) 240-0500
301 Total Sales
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 709081
APN: 090-03803002000
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