NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1545 E Creston Ave Des Moines, IA 50320

Pioneer Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $130,984 - $148,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
696 Sq Ft
$201/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 18, 2015

Last sale price $32,550 $47 Per Sq Ft

Est. 330% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $953/month

104 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of February 2015

Solid 2 bedrm home with carport and patio. Could be good starter with NFC funds to owner occupant - please check with NFC if funds available for this house before writing offer. Sold "AS IS" During the first 20 days, only owner occupant offers or those from a public entity will be considered. This property is eligible under the Freddie Mac First Look Initiative through 11-24-14. Home inspection for buyers knowledge only. Water will NOT be turned on. Purchaser should utilize alterntive means to determine plumbing condition such as an air pressure test.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bill Carmichael

Realty Xperts Listed on: 11/05/2014

Last Buyer's Agent

OUTSIDE AGENT

OTHER

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 0.26 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 57x199

Home Design

  • 696 Sq Ft Home
  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Siding

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • Carport
  • Gravel Driveway

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System

Additional Features

  • Unfinished Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01004859000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 57.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 47.00
  • Year Built: 1954
  • 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: 696
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 696
  • Total Sq Ft: 696

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel
  • Garage: Carport

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: None
  • 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: 01004859000000
  • Zoning: R

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: 1444.00
  • Net Taxes: 1444.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1545ECRESTONAVEPOLKDESMOINE50320

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 5, 2014
Closed on
Feb 2, 2015
Sold by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
Bought by
Williams St Llc
Seller's Agent
Bill Carmichael
Realty Xperts
Buyer's Agent
OUTSIDE AGENT
OTHER
List Price
$54,900
Sold Price
$32,550
Premium/Discount to List
-$22,350
-40.71%
Total Days on Market
104
Current Estimated Value
$139,996

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$107,446
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.16%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 7, 2014
Sold by
Davies Gregory K
Bought by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 2002
Sold by
Farris Properties Lc
Bought by
Davies Gregory K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$60,000
Interest Rate
9.15%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 1, 2000
Sold by
Contract Exchange Corp
Bought by
Farris Properties Lc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$45,000
Interest Rate
11%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 29, 2000
Sold by
Srs Inc
Bought by
Contract Exchange Corp

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$45,000
Interest Rate
11%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 27, 2000
Sold by
Srs Inc
Bought by
Davies Gregory K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$45,000
Interest Rate
11%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 25, 2000
Sold by
Sharp Kelly L and Sharp Dennis J
Bought by
Srs Inc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$45,000
Interest Rate
11%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 14, 1999
Sold by
Butler Debbie Sue and Butler Scott
Bought by
Hud
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
Williams St Llc -- None Available
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation $23,177 None Available
Davies Gregory K $59,500 --
Farris Properties Lc -- --
Contract Exchange Corp -- --
Davies Gregory K $60,000 --
Srs Inc $43,500 --
Hud $46,887 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed Williams St Llc $45,000
Previous Owner Davies Gregory K $23,325
Previous Owner Davies Gregory K $10,000
Previous Owner Davies Gregory $72,800
Previous Owner Davies Gregory K $60,000
Previous Owner Davies Gregory K $45,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/18/2015 02/18/15 Sold $32,550 -40.7% $47 / Sq Ft
02/17/2015 02/17/15 Pending -- -- --
11/05/2014 11/05/14 For Sale $54,900 -- $79 / 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 $1,998 $101,600 $22,400 $79,200
2023 $2,076 $101,600 $22,400 $79,200
2022 $2,060 $88,100 $19,700 $68,400
2021 $1,944 $88,100 $19,700 $68,400
2020 $2,020 $77,900 $17,300 $60,600
2019 $1,918 $77,900 $17,300 $60,600
2018 $1,900 $71,400 $15,700 $55,700
2017 $1,848 $71,400 $15,700 $55,700
2016 $1,800 $68,300 $14,600 $53,700
2015 $1,800 $68,300 $14,600 $53,700
2014 $1,504 $65,300 $13,900 $51,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • B

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Bill Carmichael

    Realty Xperts

  • O

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    OUTSIDE AGENT

    OTHER

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    5,777 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 444990

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-04859000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50320 Pioneer Park

1545 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1545 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320 since 05 November 2014 and is currently estimated at $139,996, approximately $201 per square foot. This property was built in 1954. 1545 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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