NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1226 E University Ave Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $146,000 - $174,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,196 Sq Ft
$132/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 30, 2020

Last sale price $130,000 $109 Per Sq Ft

Est. 21% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $943/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Dining Area
  • No HOA
  • Family Room

About This Home

As of October 2020

Charming home with systems and finishes all recently updated. Elementary, middle and high schools all within a few blocks. Ample parking. A short drive to downtown or to the expressway incredibly low taxes due to a tax abatement that will remain in place thru 2027! Don't miss this opportunity!

Last Listed By

Dan Dular

Capital Choice Realty Listed on: 09/28/2020

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $532

Year Built

  • Built in 1896

Lot Details

  • 6,156 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 40x152
  • Property is zoned R1-60

Parking

  • Gravel Driveway

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,196 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Dining Area
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 11001390000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$532

Year Built

Built in 1896

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 112.88
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 108.70
  • Year Built: 1896
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 98
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1196
  • Total Sq Ft: 1196

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: See Remarks
  • 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: 0.1410
  • Lot S F: 6156
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 40X152
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 11001390000000
  • Zoning: R1-60

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: 532.00
  • Net Taxes: 532.00
  • Tax Year: 2021

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 13, 2024
Sold by
Perez Ofelia and Hernandez Jacobo Valderrabano
Bought by
Poblanos Group Llc
Total Days on Market
3
Current Estimated Value
$157,614

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 28, 2020
Closed on
Oct 30, 2020
Sold by
Delgado Roberto Rubio and Rubio Mayra Suhey
Bought by
Hernandez Jacobo Valderrabano and Santos Ofelia Perez
Seller's Agent
Dan Dular
Capital Choice Realty
Buyer's Agent
Junior Ibarra
Keller Williams Realty GDM
List Price
$135,000
Sold Price
$130,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-3.7%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.37%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 3, 2017
Closed on
Aug 31, 2017
Sold by
Triple S Holdings Inc
Bought by
Delgado Roberto Rubio
Seller's Agent
Daniel Arredondo
EXIT Realty & Associates
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth Zamora
Iowa Realty South
List Price
$107,900
Sold Price
$105,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,900
-2.69%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.02%
Original Mortgage
$103,098
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 20, 2014
Sold by
Sasa Investments Llc
Bought by
Triple S Holdings Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 29, 2013
Sold by
Ohp108 L C
Bought by
Sasa Investments

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 11, 2013
Sold by
County Of Polk
Bought by
Ohp 108 Lc

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
Poblanos Group Llc -- None Listed On Document
Hernandez Jacobo Valderrabano $130,000 None Available
Delgado Roberto Rubio -- None Available
Triple S Holdings Inc $8,000 None Available
Sasa Investments $8,000 None Available
Ohp 108 Lc -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Delgado Roberto Rubio $103,098
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/30/2020 10/30/20 Sold $130,000 -3.7% $109 / Sq Ft
10/01/2020 10/01/20 Pending -- -- --
09/28/2020 09/28/20 For Sale $135,000 +28.6% $113 / Sq Ft
09/06/2017 09/06/17 Sold $105,000 -2.7% $97 / Sq Ft
08/30/2017 08/30/17 Pending -- -- --
07/03/2017 07/03/17 For Sale $107,900 -- $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 $832 $42,300 $13,700 $28,600
2023 $836 $129,900 $13,700 $116,200
2022 $800 $123,100 $10,800 $112,300
2021 $512 $121,800 $10,800 $111,000
2020 $532 $108,100 $9,500 $98,600
2019 $338 $108,100 $9,500 $98,600
2018 $344 $100,200 $8,700 $91,500
2017 $1,334 $12,900 $8,700 $4,200
2016 $1,730 $12,000 $8,100 $3,900
2015 $504 $19,100 $8,100 $11,000
2014 $965 $19,800 $8,300 $11,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • D

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Dan Dular

    Capital Choice Realty

    (515) 499-3675

    1 in this area

    17 Total Sales

    Dan Dular
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  • Junior Ibarra

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Junior Ibarra

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    (515) 988-3227

    18 in this area

    871 Total Sales

    Junior Ibarra
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  • Nancy Gonzalez

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Nancy Gonzalez

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    (217) 419-3675

    2 in this area

    55 Total Sales

    Nancy Gonzalez
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  • Daniel Arredondo

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Daniel Arredondo

    EXIT Realty & Associates

    (515) 681-8552

    3 in this area

    50 Total Sales

    Daniel Arredondo
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  • Elizabeth Zamora

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Elizabeth Zamora

    Iowa Realty South

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    2 in this area

    109 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 614918

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 110-01390000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50316 Capitol Park

1226 E University Ave, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1226 E University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316 since 28 September 2020 and is currently estimated at $157,614, approximately $131 per square foot. This property was built in 1896. 1226 E University Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Carver Elementary School, Hiatt Middle School, and East High School.

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