$130,000
SOLD FEB 18, 2025

1546 2nd Place Des Moines, IA 50314

River Bend Neighborhood
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,429 Sq Ft
0.68 Acres

Recently Sold

$91 Per Sq Ft

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.68 Acre Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • Screened Porch
  • Pond
  • No HOA
  • 3-minute walk to Bates Park

About This Home

As of February 2025

Fabulous opportunity to own a home that has been on the Historic Registry since 1998. 3 bedroom, 2 bath Queen Anne 2-story w/ formal dining. Enclosed front porch with 2 car garage and carriage garage w/ storage shed on .675 acre lot.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Larry Pickering

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing Listed on: 11/07/2024

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

Co-Listed By

Bryant Pickering

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

Last Buyer's Agent

Amy Wilkins

RE/MAX Concepts

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,012

Year Built

  • Built in 1886

Lot Details

  • 0.68 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 210x140
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Property is zoned N5

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Asbestos

Interior Spaces

  • 1,429 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Stove
  • Unfinished Basement

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Accessible Home Design

  • Handicap Shower
  • Grab Bars

Outdoor Features

  • Pond
  • Patio
  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 08004421003000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,012

Year Built

Built in 1886

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Two Story
  • Architecture: Other
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 90.97
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 90.97
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1886
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cable TV, Drapes/Curtains, Hardwood Floors, LVP
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 2nd Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 173
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: None
  • Handicap Features: Grab Bars, Shower
  • Included Items: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1429
  • Total Sq Ft: 1429

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Asbestos
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Storage Shed, Fully Fenced Yard, Open Patio, Pond, Screened Porch
  • Fence Type: Chain Link
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Asphalt, Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 560
  • 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: 0.6750
  • Lot S F: 29400
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 210X140
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 08004421003000
  • Zoning: N5

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: 2012.00
  • Net Taxes: 1802.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 7, 2024
Closed on
Feb 17, 2025
Sold by
Stish Elaine K
Bought by
Yawn Sarah
Seller's Agent
Larry Pickering
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Buyer's Agent
Amy Wilkins
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$130,000
Sold Price
$130,000
Views
19
Current Estimated Value
$137,920

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$7,920
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.61%
Original Mortgage
$126,100
Outstanding Balance
$125,995
Interest Rate
6.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$8,566

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 7, 2024
Closed on
Jan 29, 2025
Sold by
Stish Krystyna
Bought by
Stish Elaine K
Seller's Agent
Larry Pickering
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Buyer's Agent
Amy Wilkins
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$130,000
Sold Price
$130,000
Views
19

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$126,100
Outstanding Balance
$125,995
Interest Rate
6.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$8,566

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 7, 2024
Closed on
Jan 27, 2025
Sold by
Sarmiento Kathleen and Sarmiento Adolfo
Bought by
Stish Elaine K
Seller's Agent
Larry Pickering
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Buyer's Agent
Amy Wilkins
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$130,000
Sold Price
$130,000
Views
19

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$126,100
Outstanding Balance
$125,995
Interest Rate
6.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$8,566

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 7, 2024
Closed on
Jan 24, 2025
Sold by
Stish Blake and Stish Brielle
Bought by
Stish Elaine K
Seller's Agent
Larry Pickering
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Buyer's Agent
Amy Wilkins
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$130,000
Sold Price
$130,000
Views
19

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$126,100
Outstanding Balance
$125,995
Interest Rate
6.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$8,566

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 7, 2024
Closed on
Jan 22, 2025
Sold by
Stish Catherine Marie
Bought by
Stish Elaine K
Seller's Agent
Larry Pickering
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Buyer's Agent
Amy Wilkins
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$130,000
Sold Price
$130,000
Views
19

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$126,100
Outstanding Balance
$125,995
Interest Rate
6.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$8,566

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 7, 2024
Closed on
Jan 16, 2025
Sold by
Stish George William and Stish Katherine Joy
Bought by
Stish Elaine K
Seller's Agent
Larry Pickering
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Buyer's Agent
Amy Wilkins
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$130,000
Sold Price
$130,000
Views
19

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$126,100
Outstanding Balance
$125,995
Interest Rate
6.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$8,566

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 7, 2024
Closed on
Jan 10, 2025
Sold by
Strawser Michelle Marie and Strawser Steve
Bought by
Stish Elaine K
Seller's Agent
Larry Pickering
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Buyer's Agent
Amy Wilkins
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$130,000
Sold Price
$130,000
Views
19

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$126,100
Outstanding Balance
$125,995
Interest Rate
6.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$8,566
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $130,000 None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $126,100 New Conventional
Previous Owner $5,600 Unknown
Previous Owner $2,239 Unknown
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/18/2025 02/18/25 Sold $130,000 0.0% $91 / Sq Ft
11/13/2024 11/13/24 Pending -- -- --
11/07/2024 11/07/24 For Sale $130,000 -- $91 / 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 $1,912 $114,700 $16,300 $98,400
2023 $1,770 $114,700 $16,300 $98,400
2022 $1,756 $84,000 $12,600 $71,400
2021 $1,628 $84,000 $12,600 $71,400
2020 $1,684 $73,800 $11,100 $62,700
2019 $1,688 $73,800 $11,100 $62,700
2018 $1,664 $71,300 $10,600 $60,700
2017 $1,524 $71,300 $10,600 $60,700
2016 $1,480 $64,900 $9,600 $55,300
2015 $1,480 $64,900 $9,600 $55,300
2014 $1,474 $66,500 $10,000 $56,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • L

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Larry Pickering

    Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

    (515) 669-6600

    1 in this area

    66 Total Sales

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  • Bryant Pickering

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Bryant Pickering

    Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

    (515) 883-0333

    1 in this area

    64 Total Sales

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  • Amy Wilkins

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Amy Wilkins

    RE/MAX

    (515) 318-1633

    2 in this area

    122 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 707448

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 080-04421003000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50314 River Bend

1546 2nd Place, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1546 2nd Place, Des Moines, IA 50314 and is currently priced at $130,000, approximately $90 per square foot. This property was built in 1886. 1546 2nd Place is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Moulton Elementary School, Harding Middle School, and North High School.

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