NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1449 E Creston Ave Des Moines, IA 50320

Pioneer Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $157,000 - $182,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,032 Sq Ft
$164/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 18, 2016

Last sale price $101,400 $98 Per Sq Ft

Est. 67% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,125/month

53 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Bungalow
  • Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of July 2016

Don't miss your opportunity to own this well cared for bungalow. This home features 3 bedrooms, updated bathroom, large living room, a large eat in kitchen, a partially finished lower level, and all appliances. The Furnace, A/C, and water heater have all been updated within the last year as well. NFC financing available.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marcus Sereg

Iowa Realty South Listed on: 05/09/2016

Iowa Realty South

Last Buyer's Agent

Scott Kacher

Homes Iowa LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,624

Year Built

  • Built in 1917

Lot Details

  • 0.26 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 57x199
  • Property is zoned R1-60

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,032 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01004869000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,624

Year Built

Built in 1917

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 96.80
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 98.26
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1917
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Drapes/Curtains (Part)
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 557
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Other Rooms: See Remarks
  • Handicap Features: See Remarks
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1032
  • Total Sq Ft: 1032

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • 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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2600
  • Lot S F: 11343
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 57X199
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01004869000000
  • 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: 1624.00
  • Net Taxes: 1624.00
  • Tax Year: 2015

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 9, 2016
Closed on
Jul 6, 2016
Sold by
Roby Douglas R and Roby Lacy Louise
Bought by
Ruggles April L
Seller's Agent
Marcus Sereg
Iowa Realty South
Buyer's Agent
Scott Kacher
Homes Iowa LLC
List Price
$99,900
Sold Price
$101,400
Premium/Discount to List
$1,500
1.5%
Total Days on Market
53
Current Estimated Value
$169,621

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$68,221
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.75%
Original Mortgage
$12,600
Outstanding Balance
$2,185
Interest Rate
3.54%
Mortgage Type
Second Mortgage Made To Cover Down Payment
Estimated Equity
$164,378

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 22, 2009
Sold by
Ellis Samuel R and Ellis Maria P
Bought by
Roby Douglas

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$13,800
Interest Rate
5.49%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 28, 2005
Sold by
Barrera Patricia
Bought by
Ellis Samuel R and Ellis Maria P

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$18,325
Interest Rate
6.07%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 6, 2004
Sold by
Cockburn David W
Bought by
Barrera Patricia

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 10, 2004
Sold by
Klein Larry
Bought by
1449 Klein Land Trust and Barrera Patricia

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 3, 2003
Sold by
Cockburn David
Bought by
Klein Larry

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$71,920
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 11, 2003
Sold by
Barrera Patricia
Bought by
Cockburn David

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 26, 2002
Sold by
Conseco Finance Servicing Corp
Bought by
Barrera Patricia

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$61,750
Interest Rate
6.32%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 9, 2002
Sold by
Beltz Daniel R and Beltz Dan
Bought by
Conseco Finance Servicing Corp

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 27, 1998
Sold by
Epperly Edgar V and Epperly Ed
Bought by
Beltz Daniel R and Beltz Dan

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$45,900
Interest Rate
6.81%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 7, 1997
Sold by
Epperly Ed
Bought by
Beltz Dan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 22, 1997
Sold by
Guttebo Kent N and Guttebo Rebecca L
Bought by
Epperly Edgar
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
Ruggles April L -- None Available
Roby Douglas $91,500 Itc
Ellis Samuel R $93,500 --
Barrera Patricia -- --
1449 Klein Land Trust -- --
Klein Larry $89,500 --
Cockburn David -- --
Barrera Patricia $54,000 --
Conseco Finance Servicing Corp $65,502 --
Beltz Daniel R $34,500 --
Beltz Dan $35,000 --
Epperly Edgar -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ruggles April $12,600
Closed Ruggles April L $12,500
Open Ruggles April L $82,400
Previous Owner Roby Douglas R $71,400
Previous Owner Roby Douglas R $13,800
Previous Owner Roby Douglas $73,600
Previous Owner Ellis Samuel R $18,325
Previous Owner Ellis Samuel R $74,960
Previous Owner Klein Larry $71,920
Previous Owner Barrera Patricia $61,750
Previous Owner Beltz Daniel R $45,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/18/2016 07/18/16 Sold $101,400 +1.5% $98 / Sq Ft
07/01/2016 07/01/16 Pending -- -- --
05/09/2016 05/09/16 For Sale $99,900 -- $97 / 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 $2,704 $147,900 $22,400 $125,500
2023 $2,976 $147,900 $22,400 $125,500
2022 $2,954 $126,300 $19,700 $106,600
2021 $2,790 $126,300 $19,700 $106,600
2020 $2,898 $111,800 $17,300 $94,500
2019 $2,766 $111,800 $17,300 $94,500
2018 $2,700 $102,900 $15,700 $87,200
2017 $1,760 $101,500 $15,700 $85,800
2016 $1,710 $73,600 $14,600 $59,000
2015 $1,710 $73,600 $14,600 $59,000
2014 $1,624 $69,800 $13,900 $55,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Marcus Sereg

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Marcus Sereg

    Iowa Realty South

    (515) 770-5605

    54 Total Sales

    Marcus Sereg
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  • Scott Kacher

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Scott Kacher

    Homes Iowa LLC

    (515) 205-3633

    5 Total Sales

    Scott Kacher
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 516920

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-04869000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50320 Pioneer Park

1449 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1449 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320 since 09 May 2016 and is currently estimated at $169,621, approximately $164 per square foot. This property was built in 1917. 1449 E Creston Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Jackson Elementary School, Weeks Middle School, and East High School.

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