NOT LISTED FOR SALE

148 E Seneca Ave Des Moines, IA 50313

Highland Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $129,000 - $148,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
798 Sq Ft
$172/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 13, 2014

Last sale price $35,000 $44 Per Sq Ft

Est. 292% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $921/month

70 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Bungalow
  • Dining Area
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Carpet

About This Home

As of May 2014

Excellent opportunity to own vs rent! This 2BR bungalow in Highland Park area is near shopping, schools and bus lines and is in move in condition including brand new carpet. Large living room/dining room, eat in kitchen, all appliances stay! Enclosed front porch, fenced back yard.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Heather Carey

RE/MAX Precision Listed on: 03/04/2014

RE/MAX Precision

Last Buyer's Agent

Pamala Johnson

Capital Choice Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 6,250 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x125
  • Property is zoned R1-60

Parking

  • Gravel Driveway

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 798 Sq Ft Home
  • Dining Area
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 07003350000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 56.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 44.00
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Laminate Floors, Smoke Detector, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 599
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas, Eat In Kitchen
  • Included Items: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 798
  • Total Sq Ft: 798

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel

Utilities

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

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1430
  • Lot S F: 6250
  • Lot Size: 50x125
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 07003350000000
  • 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: 1538.00
  • Net Taxes: 1310.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 148ESENECAAVEPOLKDESMOINE50313
  • Tax Year: 2013

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 20, 2022
Sold by
N8 Home Solutions Llc
Bought by
C-Contract Llc
Total Days on Market
70
Current Estimated Value
$137,333

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$227,200
Outstanding Balance
$195,726
Interest Rate
4.31%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$53,726

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 4, 2014
Closed on
May 20, 2014
Sold by
N8 Home Solutions Llc
Bought by
Stevens Krystal Francine
Seller's Agent
Heather Carey
RE/MAX Precision
Buyer's Agent
Pamala Johnson
Capital Choice Realty
List Price
$45,000
Sold Price
$35,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-22.22%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.51%
Original Mortgage
$26,250
Interest Rate
4.41%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 4, 2014
Closed on
May 13, 2014
Sold by
Mcconkey Jeffrey Scott and Mcconkey Holly D
Bought by
N8 Home Solutions Llc
Seller's Agent
Heather Carey
RE/MAX Precision
Buyer's Agent
Pamala Johnson
Capital Choice Realty
List Price
$45,000
Sold Price
$35,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-22.22%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$26,250
Interest Rate
4.41%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 28, 2002
Sold by
Creative Homes Inc
Bought by
Mcconkey Patricia A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$55,000
Interest Rate
7%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 21, 1998
Sold by
Creative Homes
Bought by
Mcconkey Patricia A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 16, 1998
Sold by
Leiting Randal N and Leiting Jeanine
Bought by
Creative Homes Inc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$45,000
Interest Rate
7.15%
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
C-Contract Llc -- Hubbard Law Firm Pc
Stevens Krystal Francine $62,900 None Available
N8 Home Solutions Llc $35,000 None Available
Mcconkey Patricia A $59,500 --
Mcconkey Patricia A $59,900 --
Creative Homes Inc $44,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open C-Contract Llc $227,200
Previous Owner N8 Home Solutions Llc $276,582
Previous Owner N8 Home Solutions Llc $26,250
Previous Owner Mcconkey Patricia A $55,000
Previous Owner Creative Homes Inc $45,000
Closed Stevens Krystal Francine $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/13/2014 05/13/14 Sold $35,000 -22.2% $44 / Sq Ft
04/13/2014 04/13/14 Pending -- -- --
03/04/2014 03/04/14 For Sale $45,000 -- $56 / 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 $1,826 $92,800 $25,000 $67,800
2023 $1,912 $92,800 $25,000 $67,800
2022 $1,896 $81,100 $21,100 $60,000
2021 $1,842 $81,100 $21,100 $60,000
2020 $2,410 $73,800 $18,900 $54,900
2019 $1,844 $73,800 $18,900 $54,900
2018 $1,824 $68,600 $17,200 $51,400
2017 $1,694 $68,600 $17,200 $51,400
2016 $1,821 $62,600 $15,400 $47,200
2015 $1,650 $62,600 $15,400 $47,200
2014 $1,640 $61,700 $14,900 $46,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Heather Carey

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Heather Carey

    RE/MAX

    (515) 210-1223

    1 in this area

    79 Total Sales

    Heather Carey
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  • P

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Pamala Johnson

    Capital Choice Realty

    (515) 771-6340

    Pamala Johnson
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  • M

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2014

    Mario Sanchez

    Platinum Realty LLC

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 431294

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 070-03350000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50313 Highland Park

148 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 148 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313 since 04 March 2014 and is currently estimated at $137,333, approximately $172 per square foot. This property was built in 1920. 148 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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