NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1305 Porter Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

Watrous South Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $194,000 - $223,951

2 Beds
2 Baths
793 Sq Ft
$262/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 08, 2016

Last sale price $130,000 $164 Per Sq Ft

Est. 60% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,479/month

144 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of November 2016

This is a great solid home on DSM popular south side. Two bedrooms with a big kitchen and nice sized living room. This home sits on over .58 acres and has a dream 2 car detached garage with heat (wood burner) inside. Nice to do your car work or hobbies. Plus a very big 1 car attached garage. New windows and roof! Big open space in the kitchen to enjoy overlooking the backyard with mature trees. Finished walkout….yes walkout lower level. All appliance and window treatment will stay with this home so no need to worry about any of that cost. Very solid house that is waiting for you to move in and call home. This is a great start home, retirement home or investment property!

Last Listed By

Lynette Williamson

Century 21 Signature Listed on: 04/25/2016

Century 21 Signature

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1987

Lot Details

  • 0.58 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 82x306

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 793 Sq Ft Home
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Dining Area
  • Finished Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 12003086002000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1987

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 163.93
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 163.93
  • Year Built: 1987
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cable TV, Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Smoke Detector, 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, Walkout
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 768
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 700
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Family Room: 1st Floor, Lower Level
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 793
  • Total Sq Ft: 793

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Frame, Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 1 Attached

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: 0.5800
  • Lot S F: 25245
  • Lot Size: 82X306
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 12003086002000
  • 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: 3329.00
  • Net Taxes: 3098.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 25, 2016
Closed on
Sep 15, 2016
Sold by
Beam Sherry L
Bought by
Wood Donovan C
Seller's Agent
Lynette Williamson
Century 21 Signature
Buyer's Agent
Jayme Goodrich
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$140,000
Sold Price
$130,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-7.14%
Total Days on Market
144
Current Estimated Value
$207,988

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$77,988
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.54%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 2, 1998
Sold by
Witzenburg Murry W and Witzenburg Frances L
Bought by
Beam Sherry L and Beam Glen

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$87,875
Interest Rate
7.04%

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
Wood Donovan C -- None Available
Beam Sherry L $92,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Beam Glen $25,000
Previous Owner Beam Sherry L $87,875
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/08/2016 11/08/16 Sold $130,000 -7.1% $164 / Sq Ft
09/16/2016 09/16/16 Pending -- -- --
04/25/2016 04/25/16 For Sale $140,000 -- $177 / 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 $3,784 $202,800 $46,900 $155,900
2023 $3,692 $202,800 $46,900 $155,900
2022 $3,662 $165,500 $39,900 $125,600
2021 $3,504 $165,500 $39,900 $125,600
2020 $3,634 $149,000 $35,800 $113,200
2019 $3,442 $149,000 $35,800 $113,200
2018 $3,180 $136,600 $32,200 $104,400
2017 $3,168 $136,600 $32,200 $104,400
2016 $3,078 $138,200 $31,400 $106,800
2015 $3,078 $138,200 $31,400 $106,800
2014 $2,988 $138,300 $31,000 $107,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Lynette Williamson

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Lynette Williamson

    Century 21 Signature

    (515) 250-1155

    5 in this area

    162 Total Sales

    Lynette Williamson
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  • Jayme Goodrich

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Jayme Goodrich

    RE/MAX

    (515) 707-5626

    6 in this area

    114 Total Sales

    Jayme Goodrich
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 516056

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 120-03086002000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Watrous South

1305 Porter Ave, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1305 Porter Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 25 April 2016 and is currently estimated at $207,988, approximately $262 per square foot. This property was built in 1987. 1305 Porter Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Wright Elementary School, Brody Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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