NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1542 E Creston Ave Des Moines, IA 50320

Pioneer Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $139,000 - $149,295

2 Beds
1 Bath
755 Sq Ft
$194/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 24, 2021

Last sale price $120,000 $159 Per Sq Ft

Est. 22% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,003/month

36 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Shades
  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Eat-In Kitchen

About This Home

As of May 2021

Cozy 2 bedroom home with lots of modern updates with main floor living! This home sits on a large lot & has decks on the front & back of home. Updates include remodeled kitchen with dining area, newer stainless appliances including a gas stove, & tile floors. 2 nicely sized bedrooms & a remodeled bathroom including a gorgeous tiled shower, a spacious living room & laundry room round out the main floor. New interior paint, newer carpet, newer HVAC & hot water heater. Privacy fence on the back deck. Newer garage roof & newer sewer. Call to schedule your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lonnie Hoyt

Weichert, Realtors®-Miller & C Listed on: 04/18/2021

Co-Listed By

Jason Miller

Weichert, Realtors®-Miller & C

Last Buyer's Agent

Jaelyn Johnson

Realty ONE Group Impact

Realty ONE Group Impact

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,912

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 0.26 Acre Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Wood Fence
  • Property is zoned N3A

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 755 Sq Ft Home
  • Shades
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Dining Area
  • Crawl Space
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Gravel Driveway

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01004856000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,912

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 158.81
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 158.94
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Hardwood Floors, Shades/Shutters, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas, Eat In Kitchen
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 755
  • Total Sq Ft: 755

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Partially Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Wood
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel
  • Garage: 1 Detached

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: 0.2600
  • Lot S F: 11343
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01004856000000
  • Zoning: N3A

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: 1912.00
  • Net Taxes: 1774.00
  • Tax Year: 2020

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 18, 2021
Closed on
May 24, 2021
Sold by
Moon Brant
Bought by
Lugo Pedro Jose Mateo
Seller's Agent
Lonnie Hoyt
Weichert, Realtors®-Miller & C
Buyer's Agent
Jaelyn Johnson
Realty ONE Group Impact
List Price
$199,900
Sold Price
$120,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$79,900
-39.97%
Total Days on Market
36
Current Estimated Value
$146,324

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$26,324
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.03%
Original Mortgage
$116,400
Outstanding Balance
$106,675
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$39,649

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 18, 2021
Closed on
Apr 14, 2021
Sold by
Beidler Lynn C and Beidler Lynn
Bought by
Moon Brant
Seller's Agent
Lonnie Hoyt
Weichert, Realtors®-Miller & C
Buyer's Agent
Jaelyn Johnson
Realty ONE Group Impact
List Price
$199,900
Sold Price
$120,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$79,900
-39.97%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$116,400
Outstanding Balance
$106,675
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$39,649

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 9, 2001
Sold by
Beidler Rodney
Bought by
Beidler Lynn
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
Lugo Pedro Jose Mateo $120,000 None Available
Moon Brant $40,000 None Available
Beidler Lynn -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lugo Pedro Jose Mateo $116,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/24/2021 05/24/21 Sold $120,000 +0.1% $159 / Sq Ft
05/24/2021 05/24/21 Pending -- -- --
04/19/2021 04/19/21 Price Changed $119,900 -40.0% $159 / Sq Ft
04/18/2021 04/18/21 For Sale $199,900 -- $265 / 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 $2,184 $111,000 $22,400 $88,600
2023 $2,056 $111,000 $22,400 $88,600
2022 $2,040 $87,200 $19,700 $67,500
2021 $1,712 $87,200 $19,700 $67,500
2020 $1,774 $77,200 $17,300 $59,900
2019 $1,680 $77,200 $17,300 $59,900
2018 $1,656 $71,000 $15,700 $55,300
2017 $1,826 $71,000 $15,700 $55,300
2016 $1,778 $67,500 $14,600 $52,900
2015 $1,778 $67,500 $14,600 $52,900
2014 $1,634 $63,800 $13,700 $50,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • L

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Lonnie Hoyt

    Weichert, Realtors®-Miller & C

  • Jason Miller

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Jason Miller

    Weichert, Realtors®-Miller & C

    (515) 708-1128

    1 in this area

    116 Total Sales

    Jason Miller
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  • J

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Jaelyn Johnson

    Realty ONE Group Impact

    1 in this area

    25 Total Sales

    Jaelyn Johnson
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 627030

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-04856000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50320 Pioneer Park

1542 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1542 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320 since 18 April 2021 and is currently estimated at $146,324, approximately $193 per square foot. This property was built in 1956. 1542 E Creston Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Jackson Elementary School, Weeks Middle School, and East High School.

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