NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1522 Arthur Ave Des Moines, IA 50316

Union Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $94,000 - $131,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
720 Sq Ft
$166/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 15, 2014

Last sale price $28,000 $39 Per Sq Ft

Est. 327% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $826/month

54 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Dining Area

About This Home

As of January 2014

2 bedroom ranch home. Home is a good solid home, needs TLC.

Last Listed By

Alida JO Anderson

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 11/22/2013

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1947

Lot Details

  • 7,250

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 720 Sq Ft Home
  • Dining Area
  • Unfinished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Additional Features

  • 7,250 Sq Ft Lot
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 11005834000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1947

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 42.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 39.00
  • Year Built: 1947
  • 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: 720
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 720
  • Total Sq Ft: 720

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: 1 Detached

Utilities

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

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1660
  • Lot S F: 7250
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 11005834000000
  • Zoning: RES

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: 1855.00
  • Net Taxes: 1628.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1522ARTHURAVEPOLKDESMOINE50316
  • Tax Year: 2013

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 16, 2020
Sold by
Tatcher Matt and Tatcher Scott
Bought by
Tatcher Scott G
Total Days on Market
54
Current Estimated Value
$119,547

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 25, 2014
Sold by
Samann L C
Bought by
Thatcher Dennis P

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 22, 2013
Closed on
Jan 3, 2014
Sold by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
Bought by
Samann Lc
Seller's Agent
Alida JO Anderson
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Alida JO Anderson
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$47,900
Sold Price
$28,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-41.54%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.63%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 10, 2013
Sold by
Marvin Lori A
Bought by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 14, 2006
Sold by
Marvin Richard D
Bought by
Marvin Lori A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$71,000
Interest Rate
6.39%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

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
Tatcher Scott G -- None Available
Thatcher Dennis P $35,000 None Available
Samann Lc $28,000 Servicelink
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation $39,000 None Available
Marvin Lori A -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Marvin Lori A $78,300
Previous Owner Marvin Lori A $71,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/15/2014 01/15/14 Sold $28,000 -41.5% $39 / Sq Ft
12/16/2013 12/16/13 Pending -- -- --
11/22/2013 11/22/13 For Sale $47,900 -- $67 / 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 $1,914 $97,300 $24,200 $73,100
2023 $1,888 $97,300 $24,200 $73,100
2022 $1,874 $80,100 $20,200 $59,900
2021 $1,762 $80,100 $20,200 $59,900
2020 $1,830 $70,600 $17,600 $53,000
2019 $1,812 $70,600 $17,600 $53,000
2018 $1,794 $67,400 $16,400 $51,000
2017 $1,668 $67,400 $16,400 $51,000
2016 $1,626 $61,700 $14,900 $46,800
2015 $1,626 $61,700 $14,900 $46,800
2014 $932 $35,100 $14,800 $20,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Alida JO Anderson

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Alida JO Anderson

    RE/MAX

    (515) 681-2704

    71 Total Sales

    Alida JO Anderson
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 427851

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 110-05834000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50316 Union Park

1522 Arthur Ave, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1522 Arthur Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316 since 22 November 2013 and is currently estimated at $119,547, approximately $166 per square foot. This property was built in 1947. 1522 Arthur Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Cattell Elementary School, Goodrell Middle School, and North High School.

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