$195,000
SOLD FEB 15, 2013

1503 Pleasant St Unit 1 Des Moines, IA 50314

Sherman Hill Neighborhood
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,246 Sq Ft
$150/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$157 Per Sq Ft

5% Above List Price

130 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Security Service

About This Home

As of March 2025

Welcome to the Alegre Condominiums of Sherman Hill, professionally designed and renovated by Dallenbach and Larson. Historic features with modern conveniences: newer kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, original hardwood floors, original built-ins, updated windows, gorgeous light fixtures and more. Extra large master bedroom, formal dining room and spacious living room with fireplace. 9 foot ceilings and wonderful lighting. Covered deck, storage, washer, dryer and wireless internet all included. On-site parking includes assigned surface or garage stall at an additional price. Great location, west side of Methodist hospital. Top it all off with a tax abatement!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Stacey Gilson

Listed on: 09/24/2012

Last Buyer's Agent

Joe Henry

Iowa Realty South

Iowa Realty South

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $608

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

HOA Fees

  • $150 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,246 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Municipal Trash
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 03004671001001

Community Details

Security

  • Security Service
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$608

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$150 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Condo-Townhome
  • Style: Apartment Style
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 149.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 157.00
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Unit: 1
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Cable TV, Drapes/Curtains (Part), Hardwood Floors, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1246
  • Total Sq Ft: 1246

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Maple, Oak, Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Electric Forced Air
  • Services: Exterior Maint./Bldg., Insurance, Lawn Care, Security Services, Trash Service

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 150.0000
  • Association Fee Term: Month

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 03004671001001
  • Zoning: R

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 608.00
  • Net Taxes: 608.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1503PLEASANTST1POLKDESMOINE50314

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 30, 2024
Closed on
Mar 11, 2025
Sold by
Mcaninch Sara Jo and Goerdt Benjamin B
Bought by
Bonitto Michelle D
Seller's Agent
Stevie O'meara
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Karla Alaniz
Keller Williams Realty GDM
List Price
$290,000
Sold Price
$255,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$35,000
-12.07%
Views
128
Current Estimated Value
$256,981

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,981
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.56%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 21, 2017
Closed on
Feb 13, 2018
Sold by
Hopper Susan
Bought by
Goerdt Benjamin B
Seller's Agent
Marlea DePenning
BHHS First Realty Westown
Buyer's Agent
Stephanie Anania
RE/MAX Revolution
List Price
$199,900
Sold Price
$200,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.05%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.49%
Original Mortgage
$4,000
Interest Rate
3.99%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 21, 2017
Closed on
Jan 11, 2018
Sold by
Fannie Mae
Bought by
Goerdt Benjamin
Seller's Agent
Marlea DePenning
BHHS First Realty Westown
Buyer's Agent
Stephanie Anania
RE/MAX Revolution
List Price
$199,900
Sold Price
$200,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.05%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$4,000
Interest Rate
3.99%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 1, 2017
Sold by
Wells Fargo Bank Na
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$180,000
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 14, 2017
Sold by
Hopper Susan and Hill Sherman
Bought by
Wells Fargo Bank Na

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$180,000
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 24, 2012
Closed on
Feb 14, 2013
Sold by
Sherman Hill Development Group Llc
Bought by
Hopper Susan
Seller's Agent
Stacey Gilson
Buyer's Agent
Joe Henry
Iowa Realty South
List Price
$186,000
Sold Price
$195,000
Premium/Discount to List
$9,000
4.84%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.36%
Original Mortgage
$185,250
Interest Rate
3.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $255,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $4,000 None Available
Special Warranty Deed $200,000 None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Sheriffs Deed $187,200 None Available
Warranty Deed $195,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $204,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $19,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $164,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $4,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $180,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $185,250 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/14/2025 03/14/25 Sold $255,000 -3.8% $205 / Sq Ft
02/20/2025 02/20/25 Pending -- -- --
12/10/2024 12/10/24 Price Changed $265,000 -3.6% $213 / Sq Ft
10/31/2024 10/31/24 Price Changed $275,000 -3.5% $221 / Sq Ft
09/23/2024 09/23/24 Price Changed $285,000 -1.7% $229 / Sq Ft
08/30/2024 08/30/24 For Sale $290,000 +45.0% $233 / Sq Ft
02/16/2018 02/16/18 Sold $200,000 +0.1% $161 / Sq Ft
02/16/2018 02/16/18 Pending -- -- --
12/21/2017 12/21/17 For Sale $199,900 +2.5% $160 / Sq Ft
02/15/2013 02/15/13 Sold $195,000 +4.8% $157 / Sq Ft
02/01/2013 02/01/13 Pending -- -- --
09/24/2012 09/24/12 For Sale $186,000 -- $149 / 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 $4,602 $236,400 $4,500 $231,900
2023 $4,958 $236,400 $4,500 $231,900
2022 $4,918 $212,200 $4,000 $208,200
2021 $4,976 $212,200 $4,000 $208,200
2020 $5,160 $192,900 $3,600 $189,300
2019 $2,972 $192,900 $3,600 $189,300
2018 $668 $192,900 $3,600 $189,300
2017 $680 $192,900 $3,600 $189,300
2016 $662 $192,900 $3,600 $189,300
2015 $662 $192,900 $3,600 $189,300
2014 $674 $205,200 $3,800 $201,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Stevie O'meara

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Stevie O'meara

    RE/MAX

    (515) 868-8649

    1 in this area

    223 Total Sales

    Stevie O'meara
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  • Tina Johnson

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Tina Johnson

    RE/MAX

    (515) 314-5701

    1 in this area

    201 Total Sales

    Tina Johnson
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  • Karla Alaniz

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Karla Alaniz

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    (515) 897-9027

    1 in this area

    234 Total Sales

    Karla Alaniz
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  • Junior Ibarra

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Junior Ibarra

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    (515) 988-3227

    1 in this area

    870 Total Sales

    Junior Ibarra
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    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Marlea DePenning

    BHHS First Realty Westown

    (515) 314-3325

    46 Total Sales

    Marlea DePenning
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  • Wayne DePenning

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018

    Wayne DePenning

    BHHS First Realty Westown

    (515) 669-2453

    74 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 407187

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 030-04671001001

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50309 Sherman Hill

1503 Pleasant St Unit 1, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1503 Pleasant St Unit 1, Des Moines, IA 50314 and is currently priced at $195,000, approximately $156 per square foot. This property was built in 1900. 1503 Pleasant St Unit 1 is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Callanan Middle School and Roosevelt High School.

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