Seller's Agent in 2026
Dan Swaim
Swaim Appraisal
(515) 577-2674
19 Total Sales
1281 16th St West Des Moines, IA 50265
West Des Moines Area
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,760
Sq Ft
0.45
Acre Lot
Highlights
- Deck
- Ranch Style House
- No HOA
- Valley High School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- Formal Dining Room
About This Home
As of June 2026Beautiful ranch home on large lot with amazing updates! The kitchen is open to the rear family room which has a fireplace and built-in cabinets. The family room serves as an additional hangout away from the bedrooms. The kitchen has a breakfast bar/island, quartzite counters and stainless steel appliances. The primary bedroom has a remodeled 3/4 bathroom with a tile shower. Formal dining area for hosting on the holidays. The basement is finished with a large rec room, non-conforming bedroom and a 3/4 bathroom. Owner estimates 725 sq. ft. of basement finish. Large deck for entertaining friends on summer nights. Fenced in yard for kids and pets. Extra features include gutter guards, surround sound speakers with receiver/remote and smart thermostat controllable through an app. Remodeling includes kitchen, all bathrooms, basement finish, windows, roof, gutters, refinished wood floors, family room remodel, laundry room cabinets, interior doors, furnace, water heater and garage door. A few blocks from Pearson Park. Short drive to downtown and Jordan Creek Mall! This neighborhood is available for NFC Financing.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,632
Year Built
- Built in 1955
Lot Details
- 19,501 Sq Ft Lot
- Chain Link Fence
- Property is zoned RS
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Block Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,760 Sq Ft Home
- Gas Fireplace
- Family Room Downstairs
- Formal Dining Room
- Finished Basement
- Crawl Space
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
- Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Outdoor Storage
- Play Equipment
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 32002479000000
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 6, 2026
Closed on
Jun 3, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Dan Swaim
Swaim Appraisal
Buyer's Agent
Amber Salmon
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$455,000
Sold Price
$465,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
2.2%
Views
5
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-26.52%
Original Mortgage
$372,000
Interest Rate
0.0623%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 11, 2013
Closed on
May 9, 2013
Sold by
Bought by
Buyer's Agent
Dan Swaim
Swaim Appraisal
List Price
$188,500
Sold Price
$185,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,500
-1.86%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.30%
Original Mortgage
$169,413
Interest Rate
0.0325%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 9, 2004
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
0.0608%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
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Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $465,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $185,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $199,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $372,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $250,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $181,500 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Previous Owner | $30,768 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $169,413 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/05/2026 06/05/26 | Sold | $465,000 | +2.2% | $264 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/14/2026 05/14/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/06/2026 05/06/26 | For Sale | $455,000 | +145.9% | $259 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/10/2013 05/10/13 | Sold | $185,000 | -1.9% | $105 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/10/2013 05/10/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/11/2013 03/11/13 | For Sale | $188,500 | -- | $107 / 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 | $4,532 | $334,200 | $78,700 | $255,500 |
| 2024 | $4,532 | $296,400 | $68,900 | $227,500 |
| 2023 | $4,254 | $296,400 | $68,900 | $227,500 |
| 2022 | $4,202 | $229,200 | $57,900 | $171,300 |
| 2021 | $3,968 | $229,200 | $57,900 | $171,300 |
| 2020 | $3,906 | $206,500 | $52,000 | $154,500 |
| 2019 | $3,904 | $206,500 | $52,000 | $154,500 |
| 2018 | $3,910 | $199,100 | $46,700 | $152,400 |
| 2017 | $3,798 | $199,100 | $46,700 | $152,400 |
| 2016 | $3,712 | $188,200 | $43,300 | $144,900 |
| 2015 | $3,712 | $188,200 | $43,300 | $144,900 |
| 2014 | $3,452 | $173,800 | $39,400 | $134,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Dan Swaim
-
Amber Salmon
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Amber Salmon
RE/MAX
(515) 988-0638
109 Total Sales
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 740184
APN: 320-02479000000
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