NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1511 Buffalo Rd West Des Moines, IA 50265

Estimated Value: $509,000 - $614,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,168 Sq Ft
$264/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 28, 2018

Last sale price $410,250 $189 Per Sq Ft

Est. 40% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,897/month

52 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1.88 Acre Lot
  • Ranch Style House
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Valley High School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • Sun or Florida Room

About This Home

As of September 2018

Rare find! Sprawling custom walkout ranch across from Dowling! Circle drive gives easy access to this prime almost 2 acre lot! Gorgeous professionally remodeled kitchen will impress! You’ll also be impressed with TWO 3 season rooms (up and down) connected by a spiral staircase (and check out the gorgeous built-ins! Then WOW! the most beautiful round wood burning fireplace you’ll ever see is downstairs! You’ll relax with the beautiful views of the woods everywhere in this light filled home! Check out the gorgeous wood floors throughout the main. There are 3 bedrooms up and one more down, 2 baths up and 1 down, and a plethora of storage throughout! Enjoy the laundry/drop zone and work/desk zone. There’s also a sizeable shed for extra workspace and storage. This one is just special!!

Last Listed By

Anita Nemmers

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing Listed on: 08/07/2018

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,859

Year Built

  • Built in 1968

Lot Details

  • 1.88 Acre Lot

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,168 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Shades
  • Mud Room
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Dining Area
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Finished Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached 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 32000485001000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,859

Year Built

Built in 1968

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 193.04
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 189.23
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Gas Log, Wood
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Cable TV, Carpeting, Fireplace Equipment, Hardwood Floors, Shades/Shutters, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished, Walkout
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 2128
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 550
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas, See Remarks
  • Family Room: 1st Floor, Lower Level
  • Other Rooms: 3 Season, Mud Room, Pantry, Sun Room
  • Included Items: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Wall Oven
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2168
  • Total Sq Ft: 2168

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Attached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.8810
  • Lot S F: 81947
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 32000485001000
  • Zoning: R

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: 4859.00
  • Net Taxes: 4680.00
  • Tax Year: 2019

MLS Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 7, 2018
Closed on
Sep 27, 2018
Sold by
Michaelson Marc W and Rau Julia A
Bought by
Stone Jason Michael
Seller's Agent
Anita Nemmers
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Buyer's Agent
Sara Summy
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
List Price
$418,500
Sold Price
$410,250
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,250
-1.97%
Total Days on Market
52
Current Estimated Value
$573,108

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$162,858
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.12%
Original Mortgage
$285,250
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

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
Stone Jason Michael $410,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Stone Jason M $205,000
Closed Stone Jason M $68,800
Closed Stone Jason Michael $285,500
Closed Stone Jason Michael $285,250
Previous Owner Michaelsen Marc W $261,000
Previous Owner Michaelsen Marc W $99,000
Previous Owner Michaelsen Marc W $99,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/28/2018 09/28/18 Sold $410,250 -2.0% $189 / Sq Ft
09/28/2018 09/28/18 Pending -- -- --
08/07/2018 08/07/18 For Sale $418,500 -- $193 / 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 $8,442 $557,700 $98,800 $458,900
2023 $8,314 $543,100 $98,800 $444,300
2022 $8,214 $439,400 $82,900 $356,500
2021 $7,706 $439,400 $82,900 $356,500
2020 $7,586 $392,900 $74,500 $318,400
2019 $4,672 $392,900 $74,500 $318,400
2018 $4,680 $236,600 $67,000 $169,600
2017 $4,528 $236,600 $67,000 $169,600
2016 $4,424 $222,700 $62,100 $160,600
2015 $4,424 $222,700 $62,100 $160,600
2014 $4,200 $216,000 $59,100 $156,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Anita Nemmers

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Anita Nemmers

    Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

    (515) 689-6271

    16 in this area

    171 Total Sales

    Anita Nemmers
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  • Rick Bratrud

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018

    Rick Bratrud

    Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

    (515) 250-5626

    18 in this area

    141 Total Sales

    Rick Bratrud
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  • Sara Summy

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Sara Summy

    Iowa Realty Beaverdale

    (515) 783-3442

    7 in this area

    64 Total Sales

    Sara Summy
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  • Steven Camerona

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2018

    Steven Camerona

    Iowa Realty Beaverdale

    (515) 277-6211

    13 in this area

    217 Total Sales

    Steven Camerona
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 567017

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 320-00485001000

Iowa Polk County West Des Moines 50265

1511 Buffalo Rd, West Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in West Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1511 Buffalo Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50265 since 07 August 2018 and is currently estimated at $573,108, approximately $264 per square foot. This property was built in 1968. 1511 Buffalo Rd is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Indian Hills Junior High School, Valley Southwoods Freshman High School, and Valley High School.

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