$310,000
SOLD SEP 30, 2021
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,234 Sq Ft
0.49 Acres

Recently Sold

$139 Per Sq Ft

11% Below List Price

Highlights

  • 0.49 Acre Lot
  • Mud Room
  • Tile Flooring
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of September 2021

Stunning 3 BR 3 BA 2243 sq ft two story brick farmhouse in the heart of the trendy and electric RiverBend neighborhood. Built in 1870s, this is your opportunity to own one of the oldest houses if not the oldest house on Des Moines northside. Original woodwork, staircase, windows, full brick interior walls, and flooring are intact. The kitchens and bathrooms are tastefully updated for modern living. With an acceptable offer, seller will also include 2 additional buildable lots to the north, making the property an unheard-of full acre of land in the urban core. The home’s unique layout lends itself to being up to a 5 BR house and is ready to grow with you. The partially finished basement, complete with an additional kitchen, bedroom, 3/4 bath, storage room, and separate entrance is a perfect mother-in-law suite or air BnB. Want all the comforts and conveniences of city living like walking to your favorite Mexican restaurant or yoga studio on 6th Avenue

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marceen Peters

RE/MAX Precision Listed on: 07/23/2021

RE/MAX Precision

Co-Listed By

Bethany Cochran

Agency Iowa

Last Buyer's Agent

Joe Kirk

RE/MAX Concepts

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,962

Year Built

  • Built in 1876

Lot Details

  • 0.49 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 137x155
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Wood Fence
  • Property is zoned N5

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,234 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Mud Room
  • Dining Area
  • Tile Flooring
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 08001677001000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,962

Year Built

Built in 1876

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Two Story
  • Architecture: Farmhouse
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 156.62
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 138.76
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1876
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Direct Vent Gas
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: 2nd Flr Laundry, Drapes/Curtains, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1007
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 600
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Other Rooms: Mud Room
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2234
  • Total Sq Ft: 2234

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Partially Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Wood
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Cherry, 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: 0.4890
  • Lot S F: 21303
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 137X155
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 08001677001000
  • Zoning: N5

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: 1962.00
  • Net Taxes: 1962.00
  • Tax Year: 2021

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 23, 2021
Closed on
Sep 27, 2021
Sold by
Barnum Gregory and Barnum Breanne D
Bought by
Pleva Ariel S
Seller's Agent
Marceen Peters
RE/MAX Precision
Buyer's Agent
Joe Kirk
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$349,900
Sold Price
$310,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,900
-11.4%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.12%
Original Mortgage
$248,000
Outstanding Balance
$226,643
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$47,000

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 21, 2014
Closed on
Mar 13, 2014
Sold by
Citimortgage Inc
Bought by
Barnum Breanne
Seller's Agent
James Gideon
EXIT Realty North Star
Buyer's Agent
Marceen Peters
RE/MAX Precision
List Price
$24,999
Sold Price
$36,990
Premium/Discount to List
$11,991
47.97%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
32.82%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 22, 2013
Sold by
Vandelune Chad and Hecht Dorothy
Bought by
Citimortgage Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 8, 2006
Sold by
Henderson Ralph and Henderson Nikki
Bought by
Vandelune Chad and Hecht Dorothy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$26,200
Interest Rate
6.2%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 1, 2005
Sold by
Henderson Ralph and Henderson Nikki
Bought by
Vandelune Chad and Hecht Dorothy
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $310,000 None Available
Special Warranty Deed $37,000 None Available
Sheriffs Deed $39,900 None Available
Special Warranty Deed $117,500 All American Escrow & Title
Contract Of Sale $118,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $248,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $120,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $21,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $26,200 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $104,800 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $77,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $38,000 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $0 Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/15/2025 09/15/25 For Sale $277,500 0.0% $124 / Sq Ft
08/13/2025 08/13/25 Pending -- -- --
07/21/2025 07/21/25 Price Changed $277,500 -1.8% $124 / Sq Ft
07/11/2025 07/11/25 For Sale $282,500 -8.9% $126 / Sq Ft
09/30/2021 09/30/21 Sold $310,000 -11.4% $139 / Sq Ft
09/30/2021 09/30/21 Pending -- -- --
07/23/2021 07/23/21 For Sale $349,900 +845.9% $157 / Sq Ft
04/07/2014 04/07/14 Sold $36,990 +48.0% $17 / Sq Ft
04/02/2014 04/02/14 Pending -- -- --
02/21/2014 02/21/14 For Sale $24,999 -- $11 / 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 $6,318 $331,600 $20,600 $311,000
2023 $5,530 $331,600 $20,600 $311,000
2022 $1,728 $243,500 $15,600 $227,900
2021 $1,632 $73,900 $15,600 $58,300
2020 $1,696 $65,400 $13,900 $51,500
2019 $1,014 $65,400 $13,900 $51,500
2018 $1,002 $37,700 $12,400 $25,300
2017 $1,024 $37,700 $12,400 $25,300
2016 $998 $37,900 $12,400 $25,500
2015 $998 $37,900 $12,400 $25,500
2014 $2,322 $87,400 $12,400 $75,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 634159

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 080-01677001000