$226,500
SOLD MAY 30, 2025
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,036 Sq Ft
6,550 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$219 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Wood Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of May 2025

This Highland Park three bedroom home is full of character with a location that can't be beat! Situated on one of the few brick streets remaining in Des Moines, 1112 Douglas Ave is ready for its new owner. At first glance, you will notice the cement board siding, updated windows, a newer roof and large concrete driveway expanding from Douglas Avenue to the alley. Inside boasts charm with original hardwood floors and built ins surrounding the fireplace. You'll love the natural light in the kitchen with ample countertops and cabinets for storage and prep space. The clean lower level holds the recently updated HVAC system, a second bathroom area, and laundry, but leaves a ton of room for storage. Have peace of mind with a radon mitigation system already installed! check out the oversized 2.5-car garage (672 sqft)! It's heated and finished, with outlets every 6 feet, and even has a lighted, floored attic with stair access' the ultimate garage setup! Enjoy being just minutes from shopping, trails, and parks. This one has it all' schedule your showing today!

All information obtained from Seller and public records.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sara Hopkins

RE/MAX Precision Listed on: 04/16/2025

RE/MAX Precision

Last Buyer's Agent

Scott Myers

Century 21 Signature

Century 21 Signature

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,205

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 6,550 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Property is zoned N5

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Cement Board or Planked

Interior Spaces

  • 1,036 Sq Ft Home
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • Outdoor Storage
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 07004279000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,205

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Architecture: Traditional
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 217.18
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 218.63
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 936
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1036
  • Total Sq Ft: 1036

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Cement Board
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Storage Shed, Fully Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Chain Link
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 672
  • Garage: 2 Detached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1500
  • Lot S F: 6550
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 07004279000000
  • Zoning: N5

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 4204.84
  • Net Taxes: 3998.96

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 16, 2025
Closed on
May 21, 2025
Sold by
Overman Karen and Swafford Karen
Bought by
Sandholm Alexander
Seller's Agent
Sara Hopkins
RE/MAX Precision
Buyer's Agent
Scott Myers
Century 21 Signature
List Price
$225,000
Sold Price
$226,500
Premium/Discount to List
$1,500
0.67%
Views
24

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-8.23%
Original Mortgage
$196,500
Outstanding Balance
$196,500
Interest Rate
6.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$25,381

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 14, 2020
Closed on
Aug 19, 2020
Sold by
Snaadt Paige Kristine and Snaadt Ryan A
Bought by
Overman Karen
Seller's Agent
Kelsey Russell
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Alan Patterson
Progressive Real Estate RN,LLC
List Price
$170,000
Sold Price
$165,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-2.94%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.85%
Original Mortgage
$132,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 6, 2017
Closed on
Jul 9, 2017
Sold by
Vivirito Victoria G
Bought by
Engler Paige K and Snaadt Ryan A
Seller's Agent
Phillip Cronin
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Buyer's Agent
Kelly Schall
Realty ONE Group Impact
List Price
$138,500
Sold Price
$138,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.95%
Original Mortgage
$134,818
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 5, 2016
Closed on
Jan 9, 2017
Sold by
Delarosa Adolfo and Rosa Adolfo De La
Bought by
Vivirito Victoria G
Seller's Agent
Annie Mitchell
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Kim O'Connor
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
List Price
$139,000
Sold Price
$130,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-6.47%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.54%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $226,500 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $165,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $138,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $130,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $196,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $132,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $133,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $134,818 FHA
Previous Owner $28,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/30/2025 05/30/25 Sold $226,500 +0.7% $219 / Sq Ft
04/17/2025 04/17/25 Pending -- -- --
04/16/2025 04/16/25 For Sale $225,000 +36.4% $217 / Sq Ft
08/20/2020 08/20/20 Sold $165,000 -2.9% $159 / Sq Ft
08/20/2020 08/20/20 Pending -- -- --
07/14/2020 07/14/20 For Sale $170,000 +22.7% $164 / Sq Ft
08/11/2017 08/11/17 Sold $138,500 0.0% $134 / Sq Ft
08/11/2017 08/11/17 Pending -- -- --
07/06/2017 07/06/17 For Sale $138,500 +6.5% $134 / Sq Ft
01/10/2017 01/10/17 Sold $130,000 -6.5% $125 / Sq Ft
01/03/2017 01/03/17 Pending -- -- --
08/05/2016 08/05/16 For Sale $139,000 -- $134 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $3,646 $195,800 $25,300 $170,500
2023 $2,978 $195,800 $25,300 $170,500
2022 $2,952 $135,200 $21,400 $113,800
2021 $2,812 $135,200 $21,400 $113,800
2020 $2,916 $121,300 $19,100 $102,200
2019 $2,440 $121,300 $19,100 $102,200
2018 $2,410 $99,300 $17,400 $81,900
2017 $2,478 $99,300 $17,400 $81,900
2016 $2,414 $91,600 $15,600 $76,000
2015 $2,414 $91,600 $15,600 $76,000
2014 $2,008 $89,000 $14,900 $74,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 715788

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 070-04279000000