NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1243 Merle Hay Rd Des Moines, IA 50311

Merle Hay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $185,000 - $218,000

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

Last Sold August 26, 2016

Last sale price $123,000 $131 Per Sq Ft

Est. 66% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,431/month

76 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Tile Flooring
  • Dining Area
  • Shades
  • Forced Air Heating System

About This Home

As of August 2016

Nice 2 bedroom brick home w/ 937 square feet on main level plus 327 square feet potential in unfinished attic. The home is located less than 5 minutes from the Merle Hay Shopping Center which offers restaurants, shopping and entertainment!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Darlene Adams

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing Listed on: 06/10/2016

Last Buyer's Agent

Andy Logan

LPT Realty, LLC

LPT Realty, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,566

Year Built

  • Built in 1951

Lot Details

  • 6,600 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x132

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 937 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Shades
  • Dining Area
  • Tile Flooring
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 10011944000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,566

Year Built

Built in 1951

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 136.61
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 131.27
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Fire Alarm, Shades/Shutters, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 937
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 937
  • Total Sq Ft: 937

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Window Unit
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1520
  • Lot S F: 6600
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 50X132
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10011944000000
  • 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: 2566.00
  • Net Taxes: 2566.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 10, 2016
Closed on
Aug 25, 2016
Sold by
Salvato Genevieve V
Bought by
Lee Travis F
Seller's Agent
Darlene Adams
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Buyer's Agent
Andy Logan
LPT Realty, LLC
List Price
$128,000
Sold Price
$123,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-3.91%
Total Days on Market
76
Current Estimated Value
$204,606

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$81,606
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.20%
Original Mortgage
$116,850
Outstanding Balance
$94,591
Interest Rate
3.43%
Estimated Equity
$114,044

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 6, 2005
Sold by
Conner Judith L
Bought by
Salvato Genevieve V

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$104,800
Interest Rate
5.93%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 19, 2005
Sold by
Stewart Kimberly K and Stone Benjamin J
Bought by
Conner Judith L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$108,000
Interest Rate
9.15%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 22, 1999
Sold by
Stenseth Timothy J and Stenseth Melissa Kay
Bought by
Stewart Kimberly K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$84,000
Interest Rate
7.69%
Source: Public Records

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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
Lee Travis F -- None Available
Salvato Genevieve V $130,500 --
Conner Judith L $119,500 --
Stewart Kimberly K $83,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lee Travis $116,850
Previous Owner Salvato Genevieve V $104,800
Previous Owner Conner Judith L $108,000
Previous Owner Stewart Kimberly K $84,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/26/2016 08/26/16 Sold $123,000 -3.9% $131 / Sq Ft
08/25/2016 08/25/16 Pending -- -- --
06/10/2016 06/10/16 For Sale $128,000 -- $137 / 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 $3,380 $182,300 $34,000 $148,300
2023 $3,590 $182,300 $34,000 $148,300
2022 $3,560 $161,200 $30,700 $130,500
2021 $3,386 $161,200 $30,700 $130,500
2020 $3,512 $144,300 $27,300 $117,000
2019 $3,190 $144,300 $27,300 $117,000
2018 $3,152 $127,200 $23,900 $103,300
2017 $2,812 $127,200 $23,900 $103,300
2016 $2,734 $112,500 $20,800 $91,700
2015 $2,734 $112,500 $20,800 $91,700
2014 $2,566 $105,300 $19,100 $86,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Darlene Adams

    Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

  • Andy Logan

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Andy Logan

    LPT Realty, LLC

    (515) 979-4494

    53 Total Sales

    Andy Logan
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 519843

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 100-11944000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50311 Merle Hay

1243 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1243 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50311 since 10 June 2016 and is currently estimated at $204,606, approximately $218 per square foot. This property was built in 1951. 1243 Merle Hay Rd is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Windsor Elementary School, Merrill Middle School, and Roosevelt High School.

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