NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1520 Porter Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

Watrous South Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $217,000 - $239,870

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,140 Sq Ft
$203/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 05, 2019

Last sale price $165,000 $145 Per Sq Ft

Est. 40% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,658/month

33 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of August 2019

Very well maintained brick ranch by long term owner. Large yard, hardwood floors, finish in lower level, great southwest location. Don't miss this lovely home close to by-pass, downtown, airport, and close to shopping.

Last Listed By

Jane Krumm

RE/MAX Precision Listed on: 06/28/2019

RE/MAX Precision

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,668

Year Built

  • Built in 1959

Lot Details

  • 0.35 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 80 x 190
  • Irregular Lot

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,140 Sq Ft Home
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 12001583001000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,668

Year Built

Built in 1959

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Architecture: Traditional
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 148.68
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 144.74
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Hardwood Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1140
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 540
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen, Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: Lower Level
  • Included Items: Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1140
  • Total Sq Ft: 1140

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Mahogany, Oak

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 288
  • Garage: 1 Attached

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: 0.3490
  • Lot S F: 15200
  • Lot Shape: Irregular
  • Lot Size: 80 X 190
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 12001583001000
  • 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: 3668.00
  • Net Taxes: 3668.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 28, 2019
Closed on
Aug 2, 2019
Sold by
Wagner Claudette S and Wagner Claudette S
Bought by
Briceno Rafael Ceballos
Seller's Agent
Jane Krumm
RE/MAX Precision
Buyer's Agent
Gilbert Gonzales
RE/MAX Precision
List Price
$169,500
Sold Price
$165,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,500
-2.65%
Total Days on Market
33
Current Estimated Value
$231,468

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$66,468
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.14%
Original Mortgage
$162,011
Interest Rate
3.73%
Mortgage Type
FHA

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
Briceno Rafael Ceballos $164,375 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ceballos Briceno Rafael $61,400
Open Briceno Rafael Ceballos $167,175
Closed Briceno Rafael Ceballos $162,011
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/05/2019 08/05/19 Sold $165,000 -2.7% $145 / Sq Ft
07/31/2019 07/31/19 Pending -- -- --
06/28/2019 06/28/19 For Sale $169,500 -- $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 $4,342 $231,200 $36,500 $194,700
2023 $4,122 $231,200 $36,500 $194,700
2022 $4,090 $183,800 $30,300 $153,500
2021 $3,958 $183,800 $30,300 $153,500
2020 $4,020 $167,200 $27,600 $139,600
2019 $3,712 $167,200 $27,600 $139,600
2018 $3,668 $149,900 $24,100 $125,800
2017 $3,400 $149,900 $24,100 $125,800
2016 $3,306 $137,500 $21,800 $115,700
2015 $3,306 $137,500 $21,800 $115,700
2014 $3,108 $133,700 $20,700 $113,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jane Krumm

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Jane Krumm

    RE/MAX

    (515) 707-6728

    23 Total Sales

    Jane Krumm
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  • Gilbert Gonzales

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Gilbert Gonzales

    RE/MAX Precision

    (641) 691-2642

    3 in this area

    283 Total Sales

    Gilbert Gonzales
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 585846

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 120-01583001000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Watrous South

1520 Porter Ave, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1520 Porter Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 28 June 2019 and is currently estimated at $231,468, approximately $203 per square foot. This property was built in 1959. 1520 Porter Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Wright Elementary School, Brody Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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