NOT LISTED FOR SALE

121 Virginia Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

Indianola Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $163,000 - $204,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,152 Sq Ft
$158/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 09, 2015

Last sale price $114,900 $100 Per Sq Ft

Est. 59% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,274/month

41 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Wood Flooring
  • Home Security System
  • Family Room

About This Home

As of July 2015

Affordably chic--this is your home if you love stylish touches & want to move in & enjoy! Just 5 minutes from downtown—this updated ranch is close to everything! Step into the large living room/dining room & you will appreciate the newer windows that let the light stream in! Updated kitchen w/ maple cabinets, pullout storage, tile backsplash & lovely new slider that leads to back yard. 3BR w/ large master, plus full bath w/ tile floors & accents. 1 car attached garage & 12x20 detached workshop w/ electrical. Great privacy in back yard, fantastic low-maintenance perennial gardens. Certified Pre-Owned Home -- this home has been Pre-Inspected & includes a 13 month HWA Platinum Home Warranty for your peace of mind.

Last Listed By

Misty Darling

BH&G Real Estate Innovations Listed on: 05/29/2015

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,486

Year Built

  • Built in 1937

Lot Details

  • 0.27 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 70 x 170.5

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,152 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Dining Area
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01003556003000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,486

Year Built

Built in 1937

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 100.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 100.00
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1937
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains (Part), Hardwood Floors, Security System, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 495
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1152
  • Total Sq Ft: 1152

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 1 Attached

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: 0.2700
  • Lot S F: 11935
  • Lot Size: 70 x 170.5
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01003556003000
  • 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: 2486.00
  • Net Taxes: 2258.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 121VIRGINIAAVEPOLKDESMOINE50315
  • Tax Year: 2014

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 29, 2015
Closed on
Jul 9, 2015
Sold by
Botts John W and Botts Jamie M
Bought by
Larson William C
Seller's Agent
Misty Darling
BH&G Real Estate Innovations
Buyer's Agent
Kate Anderson
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$114,900
Sold Price
$114,900
Total Days on Market
41
Current Estimated Value
$182,276

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$67,376
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.78%
Original Mortgage
$110,532
Interest Rate
3.86%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 23, 2008
Sold by
Botts John W and Botts Jamie M
Bought by
Botts John W and Botts Jamie M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 18, 2005
Sold by
Gulbronson Joseph E and Gulbronson Stephanie
Bought by
Botts John W and Allen Jamie M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$107,100
Interest Rate
8%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First

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
Larson William C $115,000 Attorney
Botts John W -- None Available
Botts John W $118,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Larson William C $103,200
Closed Larson William $23,500
Closed Larson William C $102,000
Closed Larson William $7,500
Closed Larson William C $110,532
Previous Owner Botts John W $103,904
Previous Owner Botts John W $114,400
Previous Owner Botts John W $107,100
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/09/2015 07/09/15 Sold $114,900 0.0% $100 / Sq Ft
07/09/2015 07/09/15 Pending -- -- --
05/29/2015 05/29/15 For Sale $114,900 -- $100 / 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 $3,052 $165,600 $34,600 $131,000
2023 $2,886 $165,600 $34,600 $131,000
2022 $2,862 $131,300 $28,500 $102,800
2021 $2,730 $131,300 $28,500 $102,800
2020 $2,830 $118,000 $25,400 $92,600
2019 $2,580 $118,000 $25,400 $92,600
2018 $2,548 $104,500 $22,100 $82,400
2017 $2,366 $104,500 $22,100 $82,400
2016 $2,300 $96,000 $19,900 $76,100
2015 $2,300 $96,000 $19,900 $76,100
2014 $2,348 $97,100 $19,800 $77,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Misty Darling

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Misty Darling

    BH&G Real Estate Innovations

    (515) 414-0059

    21 in this area

    1,910 Total Sales

    Misty Darling
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  • Kate Anderson

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Kate Anderson

    RE/MAX

    (515) 537-5263

    149 Total Sales

    Kate Anderson
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 455475

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-03556003000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Indianola Hills

121 Virginia Ave, Des Moines, IA

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This home is located at 121 Virginia Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 29 May 2015 and is currently estimated at $182,276, approximately $158 per square foot. This property was built in 1937. 121 Virginia Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Park Avenue Elementary School, Brody Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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