NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1541 Des Moines St Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol East Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $127,538 - $170,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,449 Sq Ft
$103/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 15, 2012

Last sale price $20,000 $14 Per Sq Ft

Est. 644% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $968/month

64 Days on Market

About This Home

As of November 2012

Being sold as is! Side by side duplex with two 2 bedroom units. Being sold with 1535 & 1537 Des Moines St. No current occupancy permits. Bring a flashlight.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kevin Randleman

Iowa Realty South Listed on: 09/12/2012

Co-Listed By

Sue Randleman

Iowa Realty South

Last Buyer's Agent

Tom Casey

Key Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1890

Lot Details

  • 7,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x150

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,449 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Laundry on main level
  • Unfinished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Gravel Driveway

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 04005189000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1890

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 55.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 14.00
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 189
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1449
  • Total Sq Ft: 1449

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Frame
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete, Public Sidewalk

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel
  • Garage: 1 Detached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1700
  • Lot S F: 7500
  • Lot Size: 50x150
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 04005189000000
  • 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: 1352.00
  • Net Taxes: 1352.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1541DES MOINSTPOLKDESMOINE50316

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 6, 2012
Sold by
H & H Custom Building Inc
Bought by
First State Bank Of Colfax
Total Days on Market
64
Current Estimated Value
$148,769

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 28, 2000
Sold by
Luick Leslie R and Luick Mary Katherine
Bought by
H & H Custom Building Inc
Source: Public Records

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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
First State Bank Of Colfax -- None Available
H & H Custom Building Inc $53,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bts Des Moines Llc $30,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/15/2012 11/15/12 Sold $20,000 -75.0% $14 / Sq Ft
11/15/2012 11/15/12 Pending -- -- --
09/12/2012 09/12/12 For Sale $79,900 -- $55 / 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 $1,630 $82,900 $12,500 $70,400
2023 $1,580 $82,900 $12,500 $70,400
2022 $1,568 $67,000 $10,100 $56,900
2021 $1,464 $67,000 $10,100 $56,900
2020 $1,691 $58,700 $8,900 $49,800
2019 $844 $58,700 $8,900 $49,800
2018 $1,130 $31,400 $7,400 $24,000
2017 $790 $31,400 $7,400 $24,000
2016 $770 $29,200 $6,800 $22,400
2015 $770 $29,200 $6,800 $22,400
2014 $901 $28,300 $6,800 $21,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • K

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Kevin Randleman

    Iowa Realty South

  • S

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2012

    Sue Randleman

    Iowa Realty South

    (515) 250-1385

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  • Tom Casey

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Tom Casey

    Key Realty

    (515) 222-0408

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 406706

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 040-05189000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50316 Capitol East

1541 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1541 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50316 since 12 September 2012 and is currently estimated at $148,769, approximately $102 per square foot. This property was built in 1890. 1541 Des Moines St is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Capitol View Elementary School, Hiatt Middle School, and East High School.

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