NOT LISTED FOR SALE

115 E Porter Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

South Central DSM Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $158,725 - $186,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
778 Sq Ft
$225/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 30, 2012

Last sale price $40,000 $51 Per Sq Ft

Est. 337% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,140/month

31 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of March 2012

Here is your chance to own a home less than rent! Bring your hammers and paint brush home will require some work, but is priced according. Nice floor plan,. Good sized family room. 3 nice bedrooms.You have maintenance free vinyl siding,This is a Fannie Mae HomePath property. Purchase this home for as little as 3% down! Eligibility restrictions apply. This property is approved for HomePath Mortgage Financing. This property is approved for HomePath Renovation Mortgage Financing.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marlea DePenning

BHHS First Realty Westown Listed on: 02/14/2012

BHHS First Realty Westown

Co-Listed By

Wayne DePenning

BHHS First Realty Westown

Last Buyer's Agent

Marlea DePenning

BHHS First Realty Westown Listed on: 02/14/2012

BHHS First Realty Westown

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1970

Lot Details

  • 9,230 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 65 x 142

Home Design

  • 778 Sq Ft Home
  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Additional Features

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Unfinished Basement

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 12005087000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1970

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 56.00
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 51.00
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 778
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 778
  • Total Sq Ft: 778

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Utilities

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

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2120
  • Lot S F: 9230
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 65 x 142
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 12005087000000
  • Zoning: RES

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 1943.00
  • Net Taxes: 1804.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 115EPORTERAVEPOLKDESMOINE50315

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 14, 2012
Closed on
Mar 28, 2012
Sold by
Federal National Mortgage Association
Bought by
Marquez Jose and Marquez Herrera Jose Manuel
Seller's Agent
Marlea DePenning
BHHS First Realty Westown
Buyer's Agent
Marlea DePenning
BHHS First Realty Westown
List Price
$43,200
Sold Price
$40,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,200
-7.41%
Total Days on Market
31
Current Estimated Value
$174,931

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$134,931
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.88%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 30, 2007
Sold by
Barr Thomas J
Bought by
Palmer Larry

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$104,400
Interest Rate
6.19%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 18, 2000
Sold by
Baker Kristi J and Palmer Kristi J
Bought by
Barr Ii Thomas J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$76,271
Interest Rate
7.9%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Marquez Jose -- None Available
Palmer Larry $104,000 None Available
Barr Ii Thomas J $76,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Palmer Larry $104,400
Previous Owner Barr Ii Thomas J $76,271
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/30/2012 03/30/12 Sold $40,000 -7.4% $51 / Sq Ft
03/16/2012 03/16/12 Pending -- -- --
02/14/2012 02/14/12 For Sale $43,200 -- $56 / 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 $2,546 $139,900 $31,700 $108,200
2023 $2,462 $139,900 $31,700 $108,200
2022 $2,440 $113,300 $26,100 $87,200
2021 $2,266 $113,300 $26,100 $87,200
2020 $2,348 $99,400 $22,900 $76,500
2019 $2,166 $99,400 $22,900 $76,500
2018 $2,138 $89,100 $20,100 $69,000
2017 $1,992 $89,100 $20,100 $69,000
2016 $1,936 $82,200 $18,300 $63,900
2015 $1,936 $82,200 $18,300 $63,900
2014 $1,846 $81,000 $17,700 $63,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • M

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Marlea DePenning

    BHHS First Realty Westown

    (515) 314-3325

    1 in this area

    46 Total Sales

    Marlea DePenning
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  • Wayne DePenning

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2012

    Wayne DePenning

    BHHS First Realty Westown

    (515) 669-2453

    1 in this area

    76 Total Sales

    Wayne DePenning
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 396169

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 120-05087000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 South Central DSM

115 E Porter Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 115 E Porter Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 14 February 2012 and is currently estimated at $174,931, approximately $224 per square foot. This property was built in 1970. 115 E Porter Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including South Union Elementary School, Mccombs Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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