NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $356,000 - $398,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,349 Sq Ft
$161/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 05, 2014

Last sale price $229,000 $97 Per Sq Ft

Est. 65% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,603/month

60 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • No HOA
  • Eat-In Kitchen

About This Home

As of December 2014

This home is located at 1252 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50311 since 06 October 2014 and is currently estimated at $377,277, approximately $160 per square foot. This property was built in 1914. 1252 42nd St is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Perkins Elementary School, Merrill Middle School, and Roosevelt High School.

Last Listed By

Tina Johnson

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 10/06/2014

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,681

Year Built

  • Built in 1914

Lot Details

  • 0.32 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 70x197

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,349 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Primary Bedroom on Main

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 10004306000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,681

Year Built

Built in 1914

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Two Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 97.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 97.00
  • Year Built: 1914
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Carpeting, Hardwood Floors, See Remarks, Tile Floors, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 903
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen, Formal Dining Rm
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2349
  • Total Sq Ft: 2349

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak, Paint

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: 0.3170
  • Lot S F: 13790
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 70X197
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10004306000000
  • 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: 4681.00
  • Net Taxes: 4452.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 125242NDSTPOLKDESMOINE50311
  • Tax Year: 2014

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 6, 2014
Closed on
Dec 5, 2014
Sold by
Farlow Daniel J and Farlow Beth E
Bought by
Merkle Jonathan and Merkle Lisa
Seller's Agent
Tina Johnson
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Jacob Ham
Smart Avenue
List Price
$229,000
Sold Price
$229,000
Total Days on Market
60
Current Estimated Value
$377,277

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$148,277
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.03%
Original Mortgage
$183,200
Interest Rate
3.06%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 26, 1997
Sold by
Ilstrup Raymond A and Karns Ilstrup Lavena G
Bought by
Farlow Daniel J and Farlow Beth E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$89,100
Interest Rate
7.93%

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Merkle Jonathan $229,000 None Available
Farlow Daniel J $98,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Merkle Jonathan $115,000
Closed Merkie Jonathan $120,150
Closed Merkle Jonathan $183,200
Previous Owner Farlow Daniel J $89,100
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/05/2014 12/05/14 Sold $229,000 0.0% $97 / Sq Ft
12/05/2014 12/05/14 Pending -- -- --
10/06/2014 10/06/14 For Sale $229,000 -- $97 / 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 $5,896 $310,200 $56,900 $253,300
2023 $5,944 $310,200 $56,900 $253,300
2022 $5,898 $261,100 $50,300 $210,800
2021 $5,710 $261,100 $50,300 $210,800
2020 $5,926 $237,400 $45,900 $191,500
2019 $5,492 $237,400 $45,900 $191,500
2018 $5,432 $212,900 $40,200 $172,700
2017 $5,014 $212,900 $40,200 $172,700
2016 $4,880 $193,900 $36,000 $157,900
2015 $4,880 $193,900 $36,000 $157,900
2014 $4,102 $186,200 $33,900 $152,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 443719

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 100-04306000000