NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1207 Porter Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

Watrous South Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $111,073 - $148,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
606 Sq Ft
$207/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 09, 2018

Last sale price $65,000 $107 Per Sq Ft

Est. 93% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $827/month

58 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.47 Acre Lot
  • No HOA
  • Bungalow
  • Wood Flooring
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of November 2018

2 bedroom, 1 bath move-in ready Bungalow on the SW side of Des Moines. Well maintained home with brand new windows, carpet, interior paint & gutters. In addition, this property has a newer roof, siding & HVAC upgrades. Nice family room space, kitchen with eat-in & main floor laundry. Amazing .465/acre lot with 307' depth with private park like setting. Located within walking distance to the DSM Public Library, Lincoln RAILS Academy & Southtown swimming pool! Minutes from downtown with easy access to all major nearby thoroughfares. Please call listing agent for further details.

Last Listed By

JEFF DAVIS

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing Listed on: 09/12/2018

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1947

Lot Details

  • 0.47 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 66x307

Parking

  • Gravel Driveway

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 606 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom

Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Crawl Space

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 12003085000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1947

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 115.35
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 107.26
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1947
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Carpeting, Hardwood Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space, Partial
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 48
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 606
  • Total Sq Ft: 606

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel

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: 0.4650
  • Lot S F: 20262
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 66X307
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 12003085000000
  • Zoning: RES

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: 1798.00
  • Net Taxes: 1566.00
  • Tax Year: 2018

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 12, 2018
Closed on
Nov 9, 2018
Sold by
Romeo Dennis D
Bought by
Perez Joseph and Nelson Destiny
Seller's Agent
JEFF DAVIS
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Buyer's Agent
Michael Fagerstrom
Keller Williams Realty GDM
List Price
$69,900
Sold Price
$65,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-7.01%
Total Days on Market
58
Current Estimated Value
$125,268

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$60,268
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.31%
Original Mortgage
$66,397
Outstanding Balance
$44,244
Interest Rate
4.7%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$79,364

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 25, 2004
Sold by
The Provident Bank
Bought by
Romeo Dennis D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$35,200
Interest Rate
5.91%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 18, 2003
Sold by
Smith Shirley Jean and Smith Robert Lee
Bought by
The Provident Bank

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 19, 2001
Sold by
Srs Inc
Bought by
Smith Shirley Jean

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$51,200
Interest Rate
11.2%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 1, 2000
Sold by
Srs Inc
Bought by
Smith Shirley Jean

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$49,450
Interest Rate
9%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 28, 1998
Sold by
Srs Inc
Bought by
Palmer Sheila M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$40,000
Interest Rate
7.18%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 15, 1997
Sold by
Woodyard Dixie D
Bought by
Srs Inc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$16,250
Interest Rate
7.71%

Range of Values:

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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
Perez Joseph $65,000 None Available
Romeo Dennis D $43,500 --
The Provident Bank $37,900 --
Smith Shirley Jean $49,500 --
Smith Shirley Jean $49,900 --
Palmer Sheila M $34,500 --
Srs Inc -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Perez Joseph $66,397
Previous Owner Romeo Dennis D $35,200
Previous Owner Smith Shirley Jean $51,200
Previous Owner Smith Shirley Jean $49,450
Previous Owner Palmer Sheila M $40,000
Previous Owner Srs Inc $16,250
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/09/2018 11/09/18 Sold $65,000 -7.0% $107 / Sq Ft
11/09/2018 11/09/18 Pending -- -- --
09/12/2018 09/12/18 For Sale $69,900 -- $115 / 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 $1,508 $95,800 $42,700 $53,100
2023 $1,636 $95,800 $42,700 $53,100
2022 $1,910 $81,700 $36,400 $45,300
2021 $1,840 $81,700 $36,400 $45,300
2020 $1,910 $73,700 $32,600 $41,100
2019 $1,588 $73,700 $32,600 $41,100
2018 $798 $67,600 $29,400 $38,200
2017 $796 $67,600 $29,400 $38,200
2016 $750 $66,400 $28,600 $37,800
2015 $750 $66,400 $28,600 $37,800
2014 $700 $66,400 $28,300 $38,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    JEFF DAVIS

    Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

    (515) 249-5994

    28 Total Sales

    JEFF DAVIS
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  • M

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Michael Fagerstrom

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    (515) 249-0735

    82 Total Sales

    Michael Fagerstrom
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 569304

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 120-03085000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Watrous South

1207 Porter Ave, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1207 Porter Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 12 September 2018 and is currently estimated at $125,268, approximately $206 per square foot. This property was built in 1947. 1207 Porter Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Wright Elementary School, Brody Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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