NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1220 Watrous Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

Watrous South Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $132,000 - $179,836

3 Beds
1 Bath
864 Sq Ft
$183/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 22, 2022

Last sale price $117,500 $136 Per Sq Ft

Est. 34% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,094/month

30 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of July 2022

Three bedrooms home needs some updating and is being offered as is. Bathroom will need work and exterior needs works, but this home has some great potential! Fenced yard and located just east of Wakonda Golf

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Anita Nemmers

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing Listed on: 06/07/2022

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

Last Buyer's Agent

Gloria Aguilar

Fathom Realty

Fathom Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,503

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 0.27 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 72x159
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Property is zoned N3A

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 864 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • Outdoor Kitchen
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 12000241000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,503

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 167.82
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 136.00
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Hardwood Floors, Laminate Floors, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished, Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 864
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 48
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor, Lower Level
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 864
  • Total Sq Ft: 864

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Kitchen, Fully Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Chain Link
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Mahogany, Oak

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 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: 0.2650
  • Lot S F: 11559
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 72X159
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 12000241000000
  • Zoning: N3A

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: 2503.00
  • Net Taxes: 2288.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 2025
Sold by
Ochoa William O
Bought by
Ochoa Property Management Llc
Current Estimated Value
$157,709

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 2023
Sold by
Ochoa Property Management Llc
Bought by
Ochoa William O

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$30,000
Interest Rate
6.39%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 7, 2022
Closed on
Jul 21, 2022
Sold by
James R Biddle Revocable Trust
Bought by
Ochoa Property Management Llc
Seller's Agent
Anita Nemmers
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Buyer's Agent
Gloria Aguilar
Fathom Realty
List Price
$150,000
Sold Price
$117,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$32,500
-21.67%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.45%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 14, 2018
Sold by
Biddle James R
Bought by
Trustee Of The James R Biddle Revocable
Source: Public Records

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
Ochoa Property Management Llc $124,000 None Listed On Document
Ochoa Property Management Llc $124,000 None Listed On Document
Ochoa William O $120,000 None Listed On Document
Ochoa Property Management Llc $117,500 Simpson Jensen Abels Fischer &
Trustee Of The James R Biddle Revocable -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Ochoa William O $30,000
Previous Owner Ochoa William O $94,590
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/22/2022 07/22/22 Sold $117,500 -19.0% $136 / Sq Ft
07/07/2022 07/07/22 Pending -- -- --
06/21/2022 06/21/22 Price Changed $145,000 -3.3% $168 / Sq Ft
06/07/2022 06/07/22 For Sale $150,000 -- $174 / 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 $2,674 $135,900 $37,300 $98,600
2023 $2,310 $135,900 $37,300 $98,600
2022 $2,290 $110,300 $31,400 $78,900
2021 $2,288 $110,300 $31,400 $78,900
2020 $2,370 $103,600 $29,300 $74,300
2019 $2,282 $103,600 $29,300 $74,300
2018 $2,212 $96,700 $26,800 $69,900
2017 $1,986 $95,200 $26,800 $68,400
2016 $1,928 $85,200 $23,600 $61,600
2015 $1,928 $85,200 $23,600 $61,600
2014 $1,854 $84,700 $22,900 $61,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Anita Nemmers

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Anita Nemmers

    Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

    (515) 689-6271

    1 in this area

    167 Total Sales

    Anita Nemmers
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    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Gloria Aguilar

    Fathom Realty

    (515) 664-4907

    4 in this area

    22 Total Sales

    Gloria Aguilar
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 653634

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 120-00241000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Watrous South

1220 Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1220 Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 07 June 2022 and is currently estimated at $157,709, approximately $182 per square foot. This property was built in 1955. 1220 Watrous 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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