NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1304 E Thornton Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

South Central DSM Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $174,000 - $220,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
922 Sq Ft
$209/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 14, 2014

Last sale price $100,000 $108 Per Sq Ft

Est. 93% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,274/month

102 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Shades
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Community Storage Space

About This Home

As of March 2014

Brand new carpet and vinyl on main floor. Updated kitchen and bath. Formal dining room w/sliders to deck and fenced backyard. Hardwood floors under carpet, newer furnace and C/A. Gas stove. Finished basement w/3rd bedroom, 3/4 bath, office, and family room. Laundry also down. 1 car garage plus storage. Convenient location. NFC Finance area.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Diane Vogeler

Iowa Realty Altoona Listed on: 12/02/2013

Last Buyer's Agent

Laura Slavin

RE/MAX Precision

RE/MAX Precision

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,474

Year Built

  • Built in 1966

Lot Details

  • 8,160 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60x136

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 922 Sq Ft Home
  • Shades
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Community Storage Space

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01004735030000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,474

Year Built

Built in 1966

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 108.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 108.00
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1966
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cable TV, Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Shades/Shutters, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 910
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: Lower Level
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 922
  • Total Sq Ft: 922

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Frame
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Mahogany, Oak

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 1 Detached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities: Extra Storage

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1870
  • Lot S F: 8160
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 60x136
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01004735030000
  • 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: 2474.00
  • Net Taxes: 2246.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1304ETHORNTONAVEPOLKDESMOINE50315

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 2, 2013
Closed on
Mar 12, 2014
Sold by
Rodrigues Carlos A and Rodrigues Marianne
Bought by
Barrios Gerson D Sarceno
Seller's Agent
Diane Vogeler
Iowa Realty Altoona
Buyer's Agent
Laura Slavin
RE/MAX Precision
List Price
$99,700
Sold Price
$100,000
Premium/Discount to List
$300
0.3%
Total Days on Market
102
Current Estimated Value
$192,931

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$92,931
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.03%
Original Mortgage
$97,000
Outstanding Balance
$74,620
Interest Rate
4.35%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$118,311

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 15, 2000
Sold by
Cleaver Frank and Cleaver Ruby
Bought by
Rodriguez Carlos A and Rodriguez Marianne

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$67,900
Interest Rate
7.75%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 25, 1998
Sold by
Hackner Paul J
Bought by
Cleaver Frank and Cleaver Ruby

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$56,700
Interest Rate
7.19%
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
Barrios Gerson D Sarceno $100,000 None Available
Rodriguez Carlos A $84,500 --
Cleaver Frank $70,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Barrios Gerson D Sarceno $97,000
Previous Owner Rodrigues Carlos A $84,400
Previous Owner Rodrigues Carlos A $10,000
Previous Owner Rodrigues Carlos A $99,500
Previous Owner Rodrigues Carlos A $18,000
Previous Owner Rodriguez Carlos A $67,900
Previous Owner Cleaver Frank $56,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/14/2014 03/14/14 Sold $100,000 +0.3% $108 / Sq Ft
03/14/2014 03/14/14 Pending -- -- --
12/02/2013 12/02/13 For Sale $99,700 -- $108 / 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 $2,994 $162,700 $31,600 $131,100
2023 $2,948 $162,700 $31,600 $131,100
2022 $2,924 $134,000 $26,900 $107,100
2021 $2,828 $134,000 $26,900 $107,100
2020 $2,932 $121,900 $24,400 $97,500
2019 $2,744 $121,900 $24,400 $97,500
2018 $2,710 $110,600 $21,700 $88,900
2017 $2,496 $110,600 $21,700 $88,900
2016 $2,426 $100,800 $19,500 $81,300
2015 $2,426 $100,800 $19,500 $81,300
2014 $2,324 $99,700 $18,900 $80,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • D

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Diane Vogeler

    Iowa Realty Altoona

  • Laura Slavin

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Laura Slavin

    RE/MAX

    (515) 202-4129

    9 in this area

    241 Total Sales

    Laura Slavin
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 428085

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-04735030000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 South Central DSM

1304 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1304 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 02 December 2013 and is currently estimated at $192,931, approximately $209 per square foot. This property was built in 1966. 1304 E Thornton Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Howe Elementary School, Weeks Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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