NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1434 57th Place Des Moines, IA 50311

Merle Hay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $228,919 - $257,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,491 Sq Ft
$163/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 28, 2013

Last sale price $82,500 $55 Per Sq Ft

Est. 194% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,681/month

28 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of January 2013

Newer roof and gutters, 100 amp service, furnace is newer. The kitchen was updated from original with nice cabinets. This home needs work, but priced accordingly. NFC would be a great loan program for this home. Good bones but needs your tender loving care! Hardwood floors under the carpet. This is a one owner home! SOLD AS-IS!

Last Listed By

DeAnn Lee

RE/MAX Revolution Listed on: 12/28/2012

RE/MAX Revolution

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1948

Lot Details

  • 6,600 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned R1-60

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,491 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 10011983000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1948

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Two Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 57.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 55.00
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Hardwood Floors, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 893
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1491
  • Total Sq Ft: 1491

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete

Utilities

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

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1500
  • Qualifier Acres: More or Less
  • Lot S F: 6600
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10011983000000
  • Zoning: R1-60

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: 3202.00
  • Net Taxes: 2502.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 143457THPLPOLKDESMOINE50311

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 24, 2024
Sold by
Forsyth Dennis C and Spencer Elaine L
Bought by
Forsyth Spencer Revocable Trust and Forsyth
Total Days on Market
28
Current Estimated Value
$242,480

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 28, 2012
Closed on
Jan 25, 2013
Sold by
Lynn Clara R
Bought by
Forsyth Dennis
Seller's Agent
DeAnn Lee
RE/MAX Revolution
Buyer's Agent
DeAnn Lee
RE/MAX Revolution
List Price
$85,000
Sold Price
$82,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,500
-2.94%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.92%

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
Forsyth Spencer Revocable Trust -- None Listed On Document
Forsyth Dennis $82,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Lynn Clara R $14,000
Previous Owner Lynn Clara R $13,750
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/28/2013 01/28/13 Sold $82,500 -2.9% $55 / Sq Ft
01/25/2013 01/25/13 Pending -- -- --
12/28/2012 12/28/12 For Sale $85,000 -- $57 / 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 $3,884 $197,400 $35,800 $161,600
2023 $4,096 $197,400 $35,800 $161,600
2022 $4,064 $173,800 $32,300 $141,500
2021 $3,900 $173,800 $32,300 $141,500
2020 $4,052 $156,300 $28,800 $127,500
2019 $3,732 $156,300 $28,800 $127,500
2018 $3,696 $138,900 $25,100 $113,800
2017 $3,340 $138,900 $25,100 $113,800
2016 $3,228 $123,500 $21,900 $101,600
2015 $3,228 $122,500 $21,900 $100,600
2014 $3,200 $117,700 $20,700 $97,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • DeAnn Lee

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    DeAnn Lee

    RE/MAX Revolution

    (515) 556-8079

    2 in this area

    68 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 410665

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 100-11983000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50311 Merle Hay

1434 57th Place, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1434 57th Place, Des Moines, IA 50311 since 28 December 2012 and is currently estimated at $242,480, approximately $162 per square foot. This property was built in 1948. 1434 57th Place is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Windsor Elementary School, Merrill Middle School, and Roosevelt High School.

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