$160,000
SOLD JAN 31, 2025
1 Bed
1 Bath
813 Sq Ft
$275/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$197 Per Sq Ft

11% Below List Price

116 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Community Center
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Modern Architecture
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • 5-minute walk to Western Gateway Park

About This Home

As of January 2025

Experience urban sophistication with this stunning 1st-floor Mulberry Loft, nestled in the historic Harger-Blish Building in downtown Des Moines. This 813 sq. ft. condo seamlessly blends industrial charm with modern amenities, featuring exposed brick walls, concrete floors, and soaring 14-foot ceilings. Natural light floods the space through expansive south-facing windows, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

The open-concept kitchen is a chef’s dream, boasting stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and rich cherry cabinets. The spacious living area is perfect for entertaining, complemented by a contemporary bathroom with a luxurious walk-in shower and generous storage, including four Ikea Pax wardrobes.

Building amenities elevate your lifestyle with a rooftop garden patio offering panoramic city views, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and a community room. Enjoy the vibrant downtown lifestyle with restaurants, parks, and cultural attractions just steps away. With low HOA dues covering essential services and easy access to parking, this condo offers unmatched convenience and modern living. Don't miss your chance to own a prime piece of downtown Des Moines!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Martha Lebron-Dykeman

BHHS First Realty Westown

BHHS First Realty Westown

Last Buyer's Agent

Jen Schuller

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,500

Year Built

  • Built in 1919

HOA Fees

  • $275 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Modern Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 813 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Family Room

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Municipal Trash
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 02001911004000

Community Details

Overview

  • Pmi Property Management Inc. Association, Phone Number (515) 303-1027

Amenities

  • Community Center
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Fitness Center
  • Snow Removal

Security

  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,500

Year Built

Built in 1919

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$275 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Condo-Townhome
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Architecture: Modern
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 209.09
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 196.80
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Unit: 104
  • Year Built: 1919
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Cable TV, Drapes/Curtains, Fire Alarm, See Remarks, Smoke Detector
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 200
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 813
  • Total Sq Ft: 813

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Cherry

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air
  • Services: Lawn Care, See Remarks, Snow Removal, Trash Service, Utilities

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities: Community Center, Exercise Room, Extra Storage
  • HOA Name: Mulberry Lofts Condo Assoc
  • Management Firm: PMI Property Management Inc.
  • Management Firm Phone: (515) 303-1027

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 275.0000
  • Association Fee Term: Month
  • Association Fee: Yes

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Green Features

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

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 02001911004000
  • Zoning: DX1

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 3500.00
  • Net Taxes: 3500.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 6, 2024
Closed on
Jan 30, 2025
Sold by
Goodson Christopher D and Lee Sohee
Bought by
Smith Diane Mary
Seller's Agent
Martha Lebron-Dykeman
BHHS First Realty Westown
Buyer's Agent
Jen Schuller
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
List Price
$179,990
Sold Price
$160,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,990
-11.11%
Total Days on Market
116
Views
47
Current Estimated Value
$159,840

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$160
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.34%
Original Mortgage
$140,000
Outstanding Balance
$139,763
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$20,077

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 15, 2017
Closed on
Sep 7, 2017
Sold by
Chaplin John R
Bought by
Goodson Christopher D
Seller's Agent
Tammy Claiborne
Iowa Realty Ankeny
Buyer's Agent
Paul Walter
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$161,900
Sold Price
$154,100
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,800
-4.82%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.51%
Original Mortgage
$123,280
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 17, 2012
Sold by
Sparks Jason R
Bought by
Chaplin John R

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 6, 2008
Sold by
Hayes Victoria L and Hayes Greg J
Bought by
Sparks Jason R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$106,200
Interest Rate
6.51%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 22, 2006
Sold by
Mulberry Development Llc
Bought by
Warner Victoria

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$102,400
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $160,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $160,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $154,500 --
Warranty Deed $104,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $117,500 Itc
Warranty Deed $102,500 Itc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $140,000 New Conventional
Closed $140,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $123,280 New Conventional
Previous Owner $125,600 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $106,200 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $102,400 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/31/2025 01/31/25 Sold $160,000 -5.9% $197 / Sq Ft
12/31/2024 12/31/24 Pending -- -- --
10/22/2024 10/22/24 Price Changed $169,990 -5.6% $209 / Sq Ft
09/06/2024 09/06/24 For Sale $179,990 +16.8% $221 / Sq Ft
09/08/2017 09/08/17 Sold $154,100 -4.8% $190 / Sq Ft
09/08/2017 09/08/17 Pending -- -- --
05/15/2017 05/15/17 For Sale $161,900 -- $199 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

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 $2,984 $162,200 $7,500 $154,700
2023 $3,222 $162,200 $7,500 $154,700
2022 $3,196 $145,600 $6,700 $138,900
2021 $3,246 $145,600 $6,700 $138,900
2020 $3,368 $138,700 $6,400 $132,300
2019 $2,354 $138,700 $6,400 $132,300
2018 $2,324 $96,100 $6,000 $90,100
2017 $20 $96,100 $6,000 $90,100
2016 $14 $90,800 $5,700 $85,100
2015 $14 $90,800 $5,700 $85,100
2014 $14 $90,800 $5,700 $85,100
Source: Public Records

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 703366

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 020-01911004000