NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1521 61st St Des Moines, IA 50311

Merle Hay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $214,518 - $235,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
864 Sq Ft
$261/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 06, 2023

Last sale price $207,000 $240 Per Sq Ft

Est. 9% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,490/month

37 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of October 2023

Three bedroom home nicely updated. Kitchen is equipped with a new refrigerator, dishwasher, stove and microwave.

Last Listed By

Marlene Thatcher

Keller Williams Realty GDM Listed on: 07/31/2023

Keller Williams Realty GDM

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,062

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 7,020 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 54x130
  • Property is zoned N3B

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 864 Sq Ft Home
  • Dining Area
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 10003540000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,062

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 242.94
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 239.58
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 864
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 864
  • Total Sq Ft: 864

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

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: 0.1610
  • Lot S F: 7020
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 54X130
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10003540000000
  • Zoning: N3B

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: 3062.00
  • Net Taxes: 3062.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 5, 2024
Sold by
Sears Susan and Sears Don
Bought by
Dssears Llc
Total Days on Market
37
Current Estimated Value
$225,130

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 31, 2023
Closed on
Sep 28, 2023
Sold by
Blue Heeler Properties Lc
Bought by
Sears Susan and Sears Don
Seller's Agent
Marlene Thatcher
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Lytton
Realty ONE Group Impact
List Price
$224,900
Sold Price
$207,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$17,900
-7.96%
Views
76

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.18%
Original Mortgage
$155,250
Interest Rate
7.23%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 19, 2023
Sold by
Cameron Ross A and Cameron Cheryl
Bought by
Blue Heeler Properties Lc

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
Dssears Llc -- None Listed On Document
Sears Susan $207,000 None Listed On Document
Blue Heeler Properties Lc $140,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Sears Susan $155,250
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/06/2023 10/06/23 Sold $207,000 -1.4% $240 / Sq Ft
09/06/2023 09/06/23 Pending -- -- --
08/30/2023 08/30/23 Price Changed $209,900 -6.7% $243 / Sq Ft
07/31/2023 07/31/23 For Sale $224,900 -- $260 / 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 $2,904 $189,300 $38,100 $151,200
2023 $3,086 $147,600 $38,100 $109,500
2022 $3,062 $130,900 $34,400 $96,500
2021 $2,932 $130,900 $34,400 $96,500
2020 $3,046 $117,500 $30,600 $86,900
2019 $2,804 $117,500 $30,600 $86,900
2018 $2,774 $104,300 $26,700 $77,600
2017 $2,504 $104,300 $26,700 $77,600
2016 $2,440 $92,600 $23,300 $69,300
2015 $2,440 $92,600 $23,300 $69,300
2014 $2,200 $85,900 $21,300 $64,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Marlene Thatcher

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    (515) 770-9331

    7 in this area

    58 Total Sales

    Marlene Thatcher
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  • Lisa Lytton

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Lisa Lytton

    Realty ONE Group Impact

    (515) 943-8789

    1 in this area

    23 Total Sales

    Lisa Lytton
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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 679364

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 100/03540-000-000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50311 Merle Hay

1521 61st St, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1521 61st St, Des Moines, IA 50311 since 31 July 2023 and is currently estimated at $225,130, approximately $260 per square foot. This property was built in 1950. 1521 61st St is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Windsor Elementary School, Merrill Middle School, and Roosevelt High School.

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