NOT LISTED FOR SALE

147 E Seneca Ave Des Moines, IA 50313

Highland Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $106,000 - $153,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
816 Sq Ft
$164/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 21, 2015

Last sale price $58,000 $71 Per Sq Ft

Est. 131% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $947/month

113 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of May 2015

2 bedroom, 1 bath home in average condition with newer oversized 2 car detached garage. All appliances are included. In NFC green zone which allows up to $10,000 in forgivable loan money if qualified. Possible contract sale but call agent for details.

Last Listed By

Tom Filer

Iowa Realty Beaverdale Listed on: 01/22/2015

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1917

Lot Details

  • 6,378 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 46x136
  • Property is zoned R1-60

Home Design

  • 816 Sq Ft Home
  • Bungalow
  • Brick Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Gravel Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Additional Features

  • Unfinished Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 07005385000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1917

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 57.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 71.00
  • 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: 370
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Included Items: Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 816
  • Total Sq Ft: 816

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Frame
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel
  • 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: 0.1460
  • Lot S F: 6378
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 46x136
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 07005385000000
  • 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: 1888.00
  • Net Taxes: 1888.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 147ESENECAAVEPOLKDESMOINE50313

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 22, 2015
Closed on
Jul 10, 2015
Sold by
Contract Exchange Corp
Bought by
Richard R Swarthout Living Trust
Seller's Agent
Tom Filer
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Buyer's Agent
Anthony Schubert
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$46,900
Sold Price
$58,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,100
23.67%
Total Days on Market
113
Current Estimated Value
$133,742

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$75,742
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.76%
Original Mortgage
$53,000
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 22, 2015
Closed on
May 22, 2015
Sold by
Kolz Danuser Teresa F
Bought by
Chavez Moreira Neris Chavez and Chavez Aparicio Angelica M
Seller's Agent
Tom Filer
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Buyer's Agent
Anthony Schubert
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$46,900
Sold Price
$58,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,100
23.67%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$53,000
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 22, 2015
Closed on
May 21, 2015
Sold by
Kolz Danuser Teresa F
Bought by
Contract Exchange Corporation
Seller's Agent
Tom Filer
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Buyer's Agent
Anthony Schubert
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$46,900
Sold Price
$58,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,100
23.67%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$53,000
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 17, 2008
Sold by
Jennings Jerry and Jennings Sheila
Bought by
Danuser James and Kolz Danuser Teresa F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$54,400
Interest Rate
6.09%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

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
Richard R Swarthout Living Trust -- Attorney
Chavez Moreira Neris Chavez $58,000 Attorney
Contract Exchange Corporation -- Attorney
Danuser James $67,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Chavez Moreira Neris Chavez $53,000
Previous Owner Danuser James $43,700
Previous Owner Danuser James $54,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/21/2015 05/21/15 Sold $58,000 +23.7% $71 / Sq Ft
05/15/2015 05/15/15 Pending -- -- --
01/22/2015 01/22/15 For Sale $46,900 -- $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 $2,376 $120,800 $25,100 $95,700
2023 $2,294 $120,800 $25,100 $95,700
2022 $2,276 $97,300 $21,200 $76,100
2021 $2,182 $97,300 $21,200 $76,100
2020 $2,266 $87,400 $19,000 $68,400
2019 $2,188 $87,400 $19,000 $68,400
2018 $2,166 $81,400 $17,300 $64,100
2017 $2,014 $81,400 $17,300 $64,100
2016 $1,964 $74,500 $15,500 $59,000
2015 $1,964 $74,500 $15,500 $59,000
2014 $1,914 $72,000 $14,700 $57,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • T

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Tom Filer

    Iowa Realty Beaverdale

  • Anthony Schubert

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Anthony Schubert

    RE/MAX

    (515) 729-4858

    4 in this area

    83 Total Sales

    Anthony Schubert
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 447680

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 070-05385000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50313 Highland Park

147 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 147 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313 since 22 January 2015 and is currently estimated at $133,742, approximately $163 per square foot. This property was built in 1917. 147 E Seneca Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Madison Elementary School, Harding Middle School, and North High School.

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