NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1543 E Virginia Ave Des Moines, IA 50320

Pioneer Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $170,000 - $198,368

2 Beds
1 Bath
912 Sq Ft
$199/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 22, 2021

Last sale price $155,000 $170 Per Sq Ft

Est. 17% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,274/month

69 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Ranch Style House
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Pond
  • No HOA
  • Patio

About This Home

As of December 2021

Within minutes of downtown Des Moines, you’ll love the location of this home. When you’re not entertaining your friends and family in the large back yard and patio area, you’ll have plenty of nearby options for restaurants and entertainment. From the curb, you will immediately appreciate the newer siding and roof. Inside you will find a spacious family room as well as a dining room area that you can make into a flex room. On the main floor are also two bedrooms and a full sized bathroom with double vanities. The kitchen offers plenty of storage and an eating area. The window over the sink and the eating area offers additional natural light in the kitchen. Downstairs provides plenty of extra room whether you want a wet bar area, a kids play area, exercise room or even a 3rd non-conforming bedroom. There is also plenty of storage space for any additional seasonal items. In the back yard will be your personal oasis featuring a little fish pond. The patio offers plenty of room.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tony Brezina

Coldwell Banker Mid-America Listed on: 10/13/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Cui Dong Davis

Realty ONE Group Impact

Realty ONE Group Impact

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,457

Year Built

  • Built in 1976

Lot Details

  • 0.26 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 57x199
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Chain Link Fence

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Cement Board or Planked

Interior Spaces

  • 912 Sq Ft Home
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Dining Area
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Pond
  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01006223000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,457

Year Built

Built in 1976

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Architecture: Traditional
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 169.96
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 169.96
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1976
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cable TV, Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Laminate Floors, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 900
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 300
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas, Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor, Lower Level
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 912
  • Total Sq Ft: 912

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Cement Board
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fully Fenced Yard, Open Patio, Pond
  • Fence Type: Chain Link
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 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
  • Lot Size: 57X199
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01006223000000
  • 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: 3457.00
  • Net Taxes: 3228.00
  • Tax Year: 2021

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 13, 2021
Closed on
Dec 9, 2021
Sold by
Cortes Ryan Krystelle L and Estate Of Ellen Patrice Bishop
Bought by
Cold John K
Seller's Agent
Tony Brezina
Coldwell Banker Mid-America
Buyer's Agent
Cui Dong Davis
Realty ONE Group Impact
List Price
$155,000
Sold Price
$155,000
Total Days on Market
69
Current Estimated Value
$181,842

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$26,842
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.47%
Original Mortgage
$147,250
Outstanding Balance
$137,361
Interest Rate
3.11%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$42,908

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 13, 2021
Closed on
Oct 28, 2021
Sold by
Reasby and Bernaldo
Bought by
Fermin Aurelio Dejesus
Seller's Agent
Tony Brezina
Coldwell Banker Mid-America
Buyer's Agent
Cui Dong Davis
Realty ONE Group Impact
List Price
$155,000
Sold Price
$155,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$147,250
Outstanding Balance
$137,361
Interest Rate
3.11%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$42,908

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 19, 2021
Sold by
Bishop Ellen Patrice and Bishop Patrick Eugene
Bought by
Bishop Ellen Patrice

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$147,250
Outstanding Balance
$137,361
Interest Rate
3.11%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$42,908
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
Cold John K $155,000 None Available
Fermin Aurelio Dejesus $150,000 Perkins Law Office Plc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Cold John K $147,250
Previous Owner Bishop Ellen P $99,669
Previous Owner Bishop Patrick E $89,082
Previous Owner Bishop Patrick E $48,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/22/2021 12/22/21 Sold $155,000 0.0% $170 / Sq Ft
12/21/2021 12/21/21 Pending -- -- --
12/10/2021 12/10/21 Pending -- -- --
11/23/2021 11/23/21 Pending -- -- --
11/12/2021 11/12/21 For Sale $155,000 0.0% $170 / Sq Ft
11/08/2021 11/08/21 For Sale $155,000 0.0% $170 / Sq Ft
10/13/2021 10/13/21 For Sale $155,000 -- $170 / 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 $3,030 $153,990 $22,400 $131,590
2023 $3,068 $159,400 $22,400 $137,000
2022 $2,836 $135,600 $19,700 $115,900
2021 $2,610 $135,600 $19,700 $115,900
2020 $2,706 $118,600 $17,300 $101,300
2019 $2,574 $118,600 $17,300 $101,300
2018 $2,542 $109,700 $15,700 $94,000
2017 $2,438 $109,700 $15,700 $94,000
2016 $2,370 $104,100 $14,600 $89,500
2015 $2,370 $104,100 $14,600 $89,500
2014 $2,166 $93,500 $13,300 $80,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Tony Brezina

    Coldwell Banker Mid-America

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  • Cui Dong Davis

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Cui Dong Davis

    Realty ONE Group Impact

    (515) 867-0498

    1 in this area

    132 Total Sales

    Cui Dong Davis
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 639484

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-06223000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50320 Pioneer Park

1543 E Virginia Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1543 E Virginia Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320 since 13 October 2021 and is currently estimated at $181,842, approximately $199 per square foot. This property was built in 1976. 1543 E Virginia 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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