NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1214 Thornton Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

Greater South Side Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $141,000 - $154,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
682 Sq Ft
$218/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 18, 2015

Last sale price $77,000 $113 Per Sq Ft

Est. 93% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,007/month

41 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Wood Flooring
  • Eat-In Kitchen

About This Home

As of May 2015

Come see this recently renovated 2 BR bungalow in a great neighborhood near Wakonda. Newer paint, carpet, appliances, flooring & refinished hardwood. This home is move in ready!Don't hesitate, call today for a showing.

Last Listed By

Linda Westergaard

RE/MAX Precision Listed on: 04/02/2015

RE/MAX Precision

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,721

Year Built

  • Built in 1951

Lot Details

  • 5,600 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x112

Home Design

  • 682 Sq Ft Home
  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Additional Features

  • Unfinished Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01005071000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,721

Year Built

Built in 1951

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 116.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 113.00
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Hardwood Floors, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 682
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Other Rooms: See Remarks
  • Included Items: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 682
  • Total Sq Ft: 682

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 1 Detached

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: 0.1290
  • Lot S F: 5600
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 50x112
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01005071000000
  • 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: 1721.00
  • Net Taxes: 1721.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1214THORNTONAVEPOLKDESMOINE50315

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 2, 2015
Closed on
May 18, 2015
Sold by
Mccray Travis D
Bought by
Lopez Ortega Felix
Seller's Agent
Linda Westergaard
RE/MAX Precision
Buyer's Agent
Karla Alaniz
Keller Williams Realty GDM
List Price
$78,900
Sold Price
$77,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,900
-2.41%
Total Days on Market
41
Current Estimated Value
$148,472

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$71,472
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.87%
Original Mortgage
$75,605
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 5, 2013
Closed on
Dec 2, 2013
Sold by
Hsbc Bank Usa N A
Bought by
Mccray Travis D
Seller's Agent
Michael Venturini
Iowa Realty Jordan Grove
Buyer's Agent
Linda Westergaard
RE/MAX Precision
List Price
$69,900
Sold Price
$67,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,900
-4.15%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.85%
Original Mortgage
$65,786
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 9, 2013
Sold by
Wilson Bobby and Wilson Courtney
Bought by
Hsbc Bank Usa Na

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 28, 2010
Sold by
Smith M E
Bought by
Wilson Bobby and Wilson Courtney

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 31, 2009
Sold by
Wilson Bobby and Wilson Courtney
Bought by
1214 Thornton Avenue Land Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 28, 2006
Sold by
Marquez Zorana J and Reynolds Misty A
Bought by
Wilson Bobby and Wilson Courtney

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$18,600
Interest Rate
6.34%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 23, 2004
Sold by
Acri Richard L and Acri Lori A
Bought by
Marquez Zorana J and Reynolds Misty A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$88,000
Interest Rate
8.12%
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
Lopez Ortega Felix $77,000 Attorney
Mccray Travis D $67,000 None Available
Hsbc Bank Usa Na $53,550 None Available
Wilson Bobby -- None Available
1214 Thornton Avenue Land Trust -- None Available
Wilson Bobby $92,500 None Available
Marquez Zorana J $87,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ortega Felix Lopez $43,000
Closed Lopez Felix $66,000
Closed Lopez Ortega Felix $75,605
Previous Owner Mccray Travis D $65,786
Previous Owner Wilson Bobby $18,600
Previous Owner Wilson Bobby $74,400
Previous Owner Marquez Zorana J $88,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/18/2015 05/18/15 Sold $77,000 -2.4% $113 / Sq Ft
05/13/2015 05/13/15 Pending -- -- --
04/02/2015 04/02/15 For Sale $78,900 +17.8% $116 / Sq Ft
01/10/2014 01/10/14 Sold $67,000 -4.1% $98 / Sq Ft
01/10/2014 01/10/14 Pending -- -- --
11/05/2013 11/05/13 For Sale $69,900 -- $102 / 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 $2,212 $122,900 $24,200 $98,700
2023 $2,322 $122,900 $24,200 $98,700
2022 $2,302 $107,400 $21,500 $85,900
2021 $2,142 $107,400 $21,500 $85,900
2020 $2,220 $94,400 $18,800 $75,600
2019 $2,066 $94,400 $18,800 $75,600
2018 $2,040 $85,400 $16,800 $68,600
2017 $1,934 $85,400 $16,800 $68,600
2016 $1,878 $80,000 $15,400 $64,600
2015 $1,878 $80,000 $15,400 $64,600
2014 $2,092 $78,700 $14,900 $63,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Linda Westergaard

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Linda Westergaard

    RE/MAX

    (515) 988-4288

    37 Total Sales

    Linda Westergaard
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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015

    Mike Hamilton

    BHHS First Realty Westown

  • Karla Alaniz

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Karla Alaniz

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    (515) 897-9027

    2 in this area

    232 Total Sales

    Karla Alaniz
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    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Michael Venturini

    Iowa Realty Jordan Grove

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 451509

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-05071000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Greater South Side

1214 Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1214 Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 02 April 2015 and is currently estimated at $148,472, approximately $217 per square foot. This property was built in 1951. 1214 Thornton 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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