NOT LISTED FOR SALE

131 E Emma Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

South Central DSM Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $221,346 - $238,000

2 Beds
3 Baths
994 Sq Ft
$231/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 10, 2024

Last sale price $230,000 $231 Per Sq Ft

Current estimated payment $1,577/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Covered Deck
  • No HOA
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring
  • Ranch Style House
  • Screened Porch
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of May 2024

Welcome home to this fabulously maintained ranch! 2022 was a big year for this house! A new steele roof on house and garage, new SS appliances, new furnace, A/C, water heater! Inside is a nicely updated space with LVL flooring, fresh paint, beautiful backsplash just to name a few! with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms on the main floor and a 2 non-conforming bedrooms and a bathroom in the basement make this home live much larger than it is! Outside is an oasis starting with a new privacy fence in the backyard. Spring time brings a variety of beautiful flowers that really brighten up the back yard. The gazebo stays! A screened in back porch with removable screen is a delight in the spring and summer and is a great area to entertain. An oversized 2 car garage allows for ample storage!

Last Listed By

Rob Brewer

Keller Williams Realty GDM Listed on: 03/26/2024

Keller Williams Realty GDM

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,655

Year Built

  • Built in 1971

Lot Details

  • 0.3 Acre Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Wood Fence
  • Property is zoned N3A

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Metal Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 994 Sq Ft Home
  • Screened Porch

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • Covered Deck
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 12004472138000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,655

Year Built

Built in 1971

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 226.36
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 231.39
  • Year Built: 1971
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Laminate Floors, LVP
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 2
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 984
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 500
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 994
  • Total Sq Ft: 994

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Covered Deck, Deck, Fully Fenced Yard, Screened Porch
  • Fence Type: Wood
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Metal
  • Street Feature: Concrete

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: 0.2980
  • Lot S F: 13000
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 12004472138000
  • Zoning: N3A

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: 3655.00
  • Net Taxes: 3655.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 26, 2024
Closed on
May 6, 2024
Sold by
Templeton Joyce E
Bought by
Pickens Lorene
Seller's Agent
Rob Brewer
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Buyer's Agent
Katie Bloom
LPT Realty, LLC
List Price
$225,000
Sold Price
$230,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
2.22%
Total Days on Market
1
Views
10
Current Estimated Value
$229,337

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$663
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.28%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 6, 2016
Closed on
Nov 3, 2016
Sold by
Smith Martha J
Bought by
Templeton James L and Templeton Joyce E
Seller's Agent
Debbie Marmon
RE/MAX Precision
Buyer's Agent
Spencer Davidson
Simply Better Realty, LLC
List Price
$149,900
Sold Price
$132,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$17,400
-11.61%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.61%

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
Pickens Lorene $230,000 None Listed On Document
Templeton James L -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Smith Martha Jane $95,450
Previous Owner Smith Martha Jane $96,000
Previous Owner Smith Ralph E $49,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/10/2024 05/10/24 Sold $230,000 +2.2% $231 / Sq Ft
03/27/2024 03/27/24 Pending -- -- --
03/26/2024 03/26/24 For Sale $225,000 +69.8% $226 / Sq Ft
11/03/2016 11/03/16 Sold $132,500 -11.6% $133 / Sq Ft
11/03/2016 11/03/16 Pending -- -- --
06/06/2016 06/06/16 For Sale $149,900 -- $151 / 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 $3,598 $200,400 $38,700 $161,700
2023 $3,758 $200,400 $38,700 $161,700
2022 $3,726 $168,300 $33,900 $134,400
2021 $3,584 $168,300 $33,900 $134,400
2020 $3,718 $152,200 $30,600 $121,600
2019 $3,372 $152,200 $30,600 $121,600
2018 $3,332 $134,000 $26,300 $107,700
2017 $3,556 $134,000 $26,300 $107,700
2016 $3,460 $140,000 $24,400 $115,600
2015 $3,460 $140,000 $24,400 $115,600
2014 $3,404 $136,800 $22,800 $114,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Rob Brewer

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Rob Brewer

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    (515) 707-2855

    3 in this area

    88 Total Sales

    Rob Brewer
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  • Katie Bloom

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Katie Bloom

    LPT Realty, LLC

    (515) 360-1292

    2 in this area

    76 Total Sales

    Katie Bloom
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    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Debbie Marmon

    RE/MAX

    (515) 490-9002

    45 Total Sales

    Debbie Marmon
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  • Spencer Davidson

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Spencer Davidson

    Simply Better Realty, LLC

    (641) 425-6727

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 691855

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 120-04472138000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 South Central DSM

131 E Emma Ave, Des Moines, IA

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This home is located at 131 E Emma Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 26 March 2024 and is currently estimated at $229,337, approximately $230 per square foot. This property was built in 1971. 131 E Emma Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including South Union Elementary School, Weeks Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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