$212,000
SOLD APR 1, 2025

1201 E Watrous Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

South Central DSM Neighborhood
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,174 Sq Ft
0.36 Acres

Recently Sold

$181 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

40 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • No HOA
  • Patio
  • Dining Area

About This Home

As of April 2025

WOW, you have to check out all the space this home has to offer in this 4 level split home with 3 beds, 3 baths plus a non conforming 4th bedroom, wood Floors, Laminate floors. Basement has another mini kitchen. 2 car Garage and a Completely fenced front and back yard. this is a must see!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kate Carlson

Realty ONE Group Impact Listed on: 01/24/2025

Realty ONE Group Impact

Last Buyer's Agent

Bryanna Wisecup

LPT Realty, LLC

LPT Realty, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,238

Year Built

  • Built in 1961

Lot Details

  • 0.36 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 85x185
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Chain Link Fence

Home Design

  • Split Level Home
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,174 Sq Ft Home
  • Dining Area
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Dryer
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Carport
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 12002643002001

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,238

Year Built

Built in 1961

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Split Level
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 184.84
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 180.58
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cable TV, Carpeting, Hardwood Floors, Laminate Floors, Smoke Detector, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 2nd Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas, Eat In Kitchen
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1174
  • Total Sq Ft: 1174

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Exterior Features: Fully Fenced Yard, Open Patio
  • Fence Type: Chain Link
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint, Pine

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Detached, Carport

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.3610
  • Lot S F: 15725
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 85X185
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 12002643002001
  • Zoning: r

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: 4238.00
  • Net Taxes: 4032.00
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 24, 2025
Closed on
Mar 29, 2025
Sold by
Weede Rufus Abel and Weede Arominta
Bought by
Poe Jessica S and Poe Brandon A
Seller's Agent
Kate Carlson
Realty ONE Group Impact
Buyer's Agent
Bryanna Wisecup
LPT Realty, LLC
List Price
$217,000
Sold Price
$212,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-2.3%
Views
161
Current Estimated Value
$222,421

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$10,421
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.10%
Original Mortgage
$10,600
Outstanding Balance
$4,313
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$218,108

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 1, 2021
Sold by
Wyer William C
Bought by
Wyer Living Trust

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 17, 2017
Closed on
Aug 24, 2017
Sold by
Flowers Christopher Lyle and Flowers Ross Harry
Bought by
Weede Rufus Abel and Weede Arominta
Seller's Agent
Barry Hesse
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Espy Vyizigiro
Fathom Realty
List Price
$125,000
Sold Price
$130,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
4%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.59%
Original Mortgage
$127,645
Interest Rate
5.5%
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $212,000 None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- Mosley Merlaine
Quit Claim Deed -- Mosley Merlaine
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $10,600 New Conventional
Open $208,160 FHA
Previous Owner $127,645 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/01/2025 04/01/25 Sold $212,000 -2.3% $181 / Sq Ft
03/05/2025 03/05/25 Pending -- -- --
02/14/2025 02/14/25 For Sale $217,000 0.0% $185 / Sq Ft
02/14/2025 02/14/25 Pending -- -- --
01/24/2025 01/24/25 For Sale $217,000 +66.9% $185 / Sq Ft
08/25/2017 08/25/17 Sold $130,000 +4.0% $111 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/25/2017 08/25/17 Pending -- -- --
07/17/2017 07/17/17 For Sale $125,000 -- $106 / 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
2025 $3,936 $223,700 $41,000 $182,700
2024 $3,936 $210,500 $37,900 $172,600
2023 $3,934 $210,500 $37,900 $172,600
2022 $3,902 $175,800 $33,100 $142,700
2021 $3,664 $175,800 $33,100 $142,700
2020 $3,800 $155,400 $29,200 $126,200
2019 $3,316 $155,400 $29,200 $126,200
2018 $3,188 $131,900 $24,200 $107,700
2017 $2,758 $131,900 $24,200 $107,700
2016 $2,672 $123,700 $22,500 $101,200
2015 $2,672 $123,700 $22,500 $101,200
2014 $2,716 $124,300 $22,200 $102,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Kate Carlson

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Kate Carlson

    Realty ONE Group Impact

    (515) 313-5054

    6 in this area

    116 Total Sales

    Kate Carlson
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  • Bryanna Wisecup

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Bryanna Wisecup

    LPT Realty, LLC

    (515) 517-1706

    2 in this area

    63 Total Sales

    Bryanna Wisecup
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  • Barry Hesse

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Barry Hesse

    RE/MAX

    (515) 249-0084

    42 Total Sales

    Barry Hesse
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    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Espy Vyizigiro

    Fathom Realty

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 710774

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 120-02643002001

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 South Central DSM

1201 E Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA

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