Heather Rawlins
Iowa Realty Colfax
(515) 219-8941
289 Total Sales
1 in Watrous South
$269,500 Price
1220 Elder Ln Des Moines, IA 50315
Watrous South NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $201,000 - $228,896
3
Beds
1
Bath
980
Sq Ft
$214/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Ranch Style House
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Wood Fence
- No HOA
About This Home
As of April 2025Looking for the perfect home in a great neighborhood? This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offers
a finished basement, numerous updates including newer windows and siding, and a spacious fenced-in
backyard—perfect for entertaining or pets. The 2-car detached garage provides extra convenience, and
the quiet, friendly neighborhood makes this home a must-see. Don’t miss out—schedule a showing today!
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,455
Year Built
- Built in 1955
Lot Details
- 11,120 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 80x139
- Wood Fence
- Property is zoned R1-60
Home Design
- 980 Sq Ft Home
- Ranch Style House
- Block Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Kitchen
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Additional Features
- Finished Basement
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 12002830000000
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 6, 2025
Closed on
Apr 12, 2025
Sold by
Heinkel Jacob
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jeff Kinion
Realty ONE Group Impact
Buyer's Agent
Rafal Alewi
LPT Realty, LLC
List Price
$225,000
Sold Price
$224,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,000
-0.44%
Views
103
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$14,026
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.58%
Original Mortgage
$212,800
Outstanding Balance
$210,078
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$104
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 21, 2020
Closed on
Mar 11, 2020
Sold by
Meek Christopher A and Meek Margery S
Bought by
Heinkel Jacob
Seller's Agent
Shelly Smith
Iowa Realty South
Buyer's Agent
Jeff Kinion
Realty ONE Group Impact
List Price
$154,900
Sold Price
$153,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,900
-1.23%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.76%
Original Mortgage
$153,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
VA
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 27, 2018
Closed on
Jun 29, 2018
Sold by
Hinman Jessica and Hinman Brendin
Bought by
Ferguson Margery S
Seller's Agent
Matt Maro
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Rod Barnett
Iowa Realty South
List Price
$145,000
Sold Price
$155,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
6.9%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.78%
Original Mortgage
$85,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 23, 2013
Closed on
Jun 27, 2013
Sold by
Bird James
Bought by
Hannam Jessica
Seller's Agent
Laura Slavin
RE/MAX Precision
Buyer's Agent
Matt Maro
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$110,000
Sold Price
$110,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.01%
Original Mortgage
$108,007
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 22, 2012
Sold by
Bird Steven A and Bird Henrietta K
Bought by
Bird James
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$78,551
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Watrous South, IA
-
Heather Rawlins
-
Ross Peterson
Ross Peterson
Agency Iowa
(515) 461-7245
90 Total Sales
1 in Watrous South
$274,000 Price
-
Darson Grantham
Darson Grantham
Keller Williams Realty GDM
(641) 247-4098
238 Total Sales
5 in Watrous South
$141K - $295K Price Range
-
Angela Veatch
Angela Veatch
RE/MAX Revolution
(515) 489-4285
46 Total Sales
1 in Watrous South
$198,000 Price
-
Susie Sheldahl
Susie Sheldahl
Realty One Group Impact
(515) 461-8610
273 Total Sales
3 in Watrous South
$210K - $228K Price Range
-
Joe Hand
Joe Hand
Keller Williams Realty GDM
(515) 393-6717
69 Total Sales
2 in Watrous South
$75K - $140K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $224,000 | None Listed On Document | ||
| Heinkel Jacob | $153,000 | None Available | |
| Ferguson Margery S | $155,000 | None Available | |
| Hannam Jessica | $110,000 | None Available | |
| Bird James | $79,500 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $212,800 | ||
| Previous Owner | Heinkel Jacob | $153,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Ferguson Margery S | $85,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hannam Jessica | $108,007 | |
| Previous Owner | Bird James | $78,551 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/14/2025 04/14/25 | Sold | $224,000 | -0.4% | $229 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/09/2025 03/09/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/06/2025 03/06/25 | For Sale | $225,000 | +47.1% | $230 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/11/2020 03/11/20 | Sold | $153,000 | -1.2% | $156 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/11/2020 03/11/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/21/2020 01/21/20 | For Sale | $154,900 | -0.1% | $158 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/18/2018 07/18/18 | Sold | $155,000 | +6.9% | $158 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/30/2018 06/30/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/27/2018 04/27/18 | For Sale | $145,000 | +31.8% | $148 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/28/2013 06/28/13 | Sold | $110,000 | 0.0% | $112 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/28/2013 06/28/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/23/2013 04/23/13 | For Sale | $110,000 | -- | $112 / Sq Ft |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
Tax History
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| 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 | -- | $191,900 | $44,200 | $147,700 |
| 2024 | -- | $171,600 | $39,000 | $132,600 |
| 2023 | $3,412 | $171,600 | $39,000 | $132,600 |
| 2022 | $0 | $140,400 | $32,800 | $107,600 |
| 2021 | $0 | $140,400 | $32,800 | $107,600 |
| 2020 | $3,412 | $131,600 | $30,600 | $101,000 |
| 2019 | $3,122 | $131,600 | $30,600 | $101,000 |
| 2018 | $3,092 | $116,200 | $28,000 | $88,200 |
| 2017 | $2,796 | $116,200 | $28,000 | $88,200 |
| 2016 | $2,724 | $103,400 | $24,600 | $78,800 |
| 2015 | $2,724 | $103,400 | $24,600 | $78,800 |
| 2014 | $2,604 | $101,700 | $23,700 | $78,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jeff Kinion
Seller's Agent in 2025
Jeff Kinion
Realty ONE Group Impact
(515) 577-1941
2 in this area
164 Total Sales
-
Rafal Alewi
RA
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Rafal Alewi
LPT Realty, LLC
(515) 553-4898
1 in this area
16 Total Sales
-
Shelly Smith
SS
Seller's Agent in 2020
Shelly Smith
Iowa Realty South
(515) 401-3036
6 in this area
34 Total Sales
-
Matt Maro
Seller's Agent in 2018
Matt Maro
RE/MAX
(515) 779-3469
11 in this area
309 Total Sales
-
RB
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Rod Barnett
Iowa Realty South
-
Laura Slavin
Seller's Agent in 2013
Laura Slavin
RE/MAX
(515) 202-4129
5 in this area
200 Total Sales
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 712951
APN: 120-02830000000
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