$310,000
SOLD DEC 2, 2024

1517 Mocking Bird Ln Grimes, IA 50111

3 Beds
3.5 Baths
1,637 Sq Ft
$180/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$189 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

97 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Central Air
  • Henry A. Wallace Elementary School Rated A
  • Patio
  • Carpet

About This Home

As of December 2024

Discover your new home in this modern townhome, offering 2,198 sq. ft. of sophisticated living space. This stylish residence features 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and a finished walkout lower level with a non-conforming bedroom. Upon entering, you'll be welcomed by an open layout, a striking staircase, and LPV flooring in calming neutral gray tones. The main floor boasts an impressive 18' great room with a gas fireplace and soaring windows that flood the space with natural light. The kitchen is a standout with its eat-in/dining area, center island peninsula with pendant lighting, quartz countertops, a pantry, and stainless steel appliances—all included. A convenient half bath with quartz counters completes this level. Upstairs, you'll find a 2nd-floor laundry and three bedrooms. The primary suite offers a walk-in closet and a luxurious 3/4 bath with dual sinks. The two additional bedrooms have a full bathroom to use close to the other bedrooms. The finished walkout lower level is perfect for both relaxation and entertaining, featuring a cozy family room, an additional non-conforming bedroom, and a full bathroom. Step out onto the deck, ideal for grilling and enjoying outdoor activities, and make use of the patio for extra entertaining space. Located in the desirable Johnston School District with easy access to shopping and the Greater Des Moines area, this home has it all.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jennifer Grimm

LPT Realty, LLC License #S60627 Listed on: 07/26/2024

LPT Realty, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Member Non

CENTRAL IOWA BOARD OF REALTORS

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,280

Year Built

  • Built in 2017

Lot Details

  • 1,560 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

  • $180 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Cement Board or Planked
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 1,637 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Carpet
  • Walk-Out Basement

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 311/00341-577-011

Community Details

Overview

  • Maintained Community

Recreation

  • Snow Removal

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,280

Year Built

Built in 2017

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$180 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Townhouse
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Road Surface Type: Hard Surface
  • Directions: Hwy 141 to NE 18th St to NW 107th St, then to N Beaverbrook Blvd, then to Mocking Bird LN.
  • Architectural Style: 2 Story
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Year Built: 2017
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Basement Walkout: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Has Basement: Walkout
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 676.0
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Fireplace:Gas9: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Stone, Fiber Cement Board
  • Foundation Details: Poured
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck-Wood, Patio

Garage/Parking

  • General Information:Garage Type2: Attached
  • General Information:Garage Capacity: 2 Car

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating:Natural Gas: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
  • Association Fee: 180.0
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • General Information:Homeowners Association (HOA): Yes
  • General Information:Association Fee: 180.0
  • General Information:Association Fee Per: Monthly
  • Amenities:Exterior Maintenance: Yes
  • Amenities:Lawn Care: Yes
  • Amenities:Snow Removal: Yes
  • Amenities:Trash Pickup: Yes

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Johnston

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1560.0
  • Parcel #: 311/00341-577-011
  • Zoning: C-2
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 26, 2024
Closed on
Nov 30, 2024
Sold by
Walker Jordan A and Wyant Chase L
Bought by
Benish Devin
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Grimm
LPT Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Member Non
CENTRAL IOWA BOARD OF REALTORS
List Price
$329,900
Sold Price
$310,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-6.03%
Views
60
Current Estimated Value
$310,040

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$40
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.07%
Original Mortgage
$240,000
Outstanding Balance
$239,132
Interest Rate
6.54%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$70,993

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 9, 2021
Closed on
Apr 8, 2021
Sold by
Gateway Townhomes Llc
Bought by
Walker Jordan A
Seller's Agent
Robin Von Gillern
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Alena Johnson
Weichert, Realtors - 515 Agency
List Price
$240,000
Sold Price
$241,399
Premium/Discount to List
$1,399
0.58%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.11%
Original Mortgage
$237,026
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $310,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $310,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $241,500 First American Mortgage Sln
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $240,000 New Conventional
Closed $240,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $237,026 FHA
Previous Owner $197,600 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/02/2024 12/02/24 Sold $310,000 -3.1% $189 / Sq Ft
09/24/2024 09/24/24 Price Changed $319,900 -1.5% $195 / Sq Ft
09/10/2024 09/10/24 Price Changed $324,900 -1.5% $198 / Sq Ft
07/26/2024 07/26/24 For Sale $329,900 +36.7% $202 / Sq Ft
04/15/2021 04/15/21 Sold $241,399 +0.6% $160 / Sq Ft
04/01/2021 04/01/21 Pending -- -- --
02/09/2021 02/09/21 For Sale $240,000 -- $159 / Sq Ft
Source: Central Iowa Board 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 $4,280 $270,500 $48,500 $222,000
2023 $4,492 $270,500 $48,500 $222,000
2022 $5,052 $243,400 $43,600 $199,800
2021 $5,410 $243,400 $43,600 $199,800
2020 $5,410 $239,700 $42,900 $196,800
2019 $2,828 $239,700 $42,900 $196,800
2018 $2 $116,100 $31,200 $84,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 65310

APN: 311/00341-577-011