NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1508 Richmond Ave Des Moines, IA 50316

Highland Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $194,000 - $239,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
997 Sq Ft
$214/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 13, 2019

Last sale price $148,000 $148 Per Sq Ft

Est. 44% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,436 / mo

31 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Carpet
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of May 2019

Sharp 3 BR 1.5 bath home one block from Grand View University and easy access to I-35/80. Beautiful hardwood floors, updated kitchen, and upstairs bathroom. New large deck with slider door access to spacious fenced yard. Home has a newer furnace, water heater, and AC.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Scott Robinson

Century 21 Signature Listed on: 04/12/2019

Last Buyer's Agent

Scott Robinson

Century 21 Signature Listed on: 04/12/2019

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,291

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • 8,400 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60x140

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 997 Sq Ft Home
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Carpet
  • Partially Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 11000535000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,291

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

8,400 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 160.48
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 148.45
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cable TV, Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 997
  • Total Sq Ft: 997

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Detached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1930
  • Lot S F: 8400
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 60X140
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 11000535000000
  • Zoning: Res

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: 3291.00
  • Net Taxes: 3110.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 21, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
$213,839

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 12, 2019
Closed on
May 6, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Scott Robinson
Century 21 Signature
Buyer's Agent
Scott Robinson
Century 21 Signature
List Price
$160,000
Sold Price
$148,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,000
-7.5%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.27%
Original Mortgage
$118,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 16, 2016
Closed on
Dec 12, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Alberta Finley
Advantage Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Lori Lavorato
Iowa Realty Jordan Creek
List Price
$125,000
Sold Price
$119,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,000
-4.8%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.55%
Original Mortgage
$113,050
Interest Rate
4.03%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 27, 2006
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$103,600
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
-- None Listed On Document
$148,000 None Available
$119,000 None Available
$129,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed $118,000
Closed $113,050
Closed $98,500
Closed $23,000
Closed $103,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/13/2019 05/13/19 Sold $148,000 -7.5% $148 / Sq Ft
04/13/2019 04/13/19 Pending -- -- --
04/12/2019 04/12/19 For Sale $160,000 +34.5% $160 / Sq Ft
12/20/2016 12/20/16 Sold $119,000 -4.8% $119 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/20/2016 12/20/16 Pending -- -- --
09/16/2016 09/16/16 For Sale $125,000 -- $125 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History

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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
2025 $3,458 $208,900 $28,600 $180,300
2024 $3,458 $186,200 $25,000 $161,200
2023 $3,298 $186,200 $25,000 $161,200
2022 $3,270 $148,800 $20,800 $128,000
2021 $3,040 $148,800 $20,800 $128,000
2020 $3,152 $130,400 $18,200 $112,200
2019 $3,348 $130,400 $18,200 $112,200
2018 $3,314 $124,600 $16,900 $107,700
2017 $2,858 $124,600 $16,900 $107,700
2016 $2,780 $114,200 $15,300 $98,900
2015 $2,780 $114,200 $15,300 $98,900
2014 $2,882 $117,200 $15,300 $101,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • S

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Scott Robinson

    Century 21 Signature

  • A

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Alberta Finley

    Advantage Real Estate

  • L

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Lori Lavorato

    Iowa Realty Jordan Creek

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 579810

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 110-00535000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50316 Highland Park

1508 Richmond Ave, Des Moines, IA

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