
1605 56th St Des Moines, IA 50310
Merle Hay NeighborhoodHighlights
- Wood Flooring
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Dining Area
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
As of May 2022Move-in ready and well-maintained 1.5 story all-brick home on a quiet street on Des Moines' west side. Interior features include contemporary styling throughout, refinished hardwood floors, white painted woodwork, original solid wood doors with glass knobs, and an eat-in galley kitchen with ceiling-height cabinets. The second story offers a spacious 2nd floor master bedroom with ample built-in storage. The finished basement boasts floor-to-ceiling built-in bookcases in the spacious family room, a nonconforming fourth bedroom, workshop, laundry and bath areas. Outside, living space is expanded with the new 240 sq ft deck, fenced yard and oversized 2-car garage. The location is hard to beat with easy access to I-235 and walking distance to the Glendale walking path that leads to a duck pond, Franklin Ave. Library, community gardens and bike trail. NFC financing and $10K forgivable loan opportunity available to qualified buyer.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,759
Year Built
- Built in 1947
Lot Details
- 6,600 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50x132
- Property is zoned R1-60
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Block Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,114 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Dining Area
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Finished Basement
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 10011768000000
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Map
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Warranty Deed | $220,000 | None Listed On Document | |
Warranty Deed | $121,500 | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $176,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $112,000 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $118,340 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
Closed | $33,000 | No Value Available |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
05/24/2022 05/24/22 | Sold | $220,000 | -3.5% | $197 / Sq Ft |
03/31/2022 03/31/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
03/23/2022 03/23/22 | For Sale | $228,000 | +75.5% | $205 / Sq Ft |
09/21/2012 09/21/12 | Sold | $129,900 | 0.0% | $117 / Sq Ft |
09/13/2012 09/13/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
08/02/2012 08/02/12 | For Sale | $129,900 | -- | $117 / Sq Ft |
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 | $3,826 | $204,900 | $35,800 | $169,100 |
2023 | $3,920 | $204,900 | $35,800 | $169,100 |
2022 | $3,888 | $175,200 | $32,300 | $142,900 |
2021 | $3,716 | $175,200 | $32,300 | $142,900 |
2020 | $3,854 | $157,500 | $28,800 | $128,700 |
2019 | $3,536 | $157,500 | $28,800 | $128,700 |
2018 | $3,496 | $140,100 | $25,100 | $115,000 |
2017 | $3,140 | $140,100 | $25,100 | $115,000 |
2016 | $3,054 | $124,600 | $21,900 | $102,700 |
2015 | $3,054 | $124,600 | $21,900 | $102,700 |
2014 | $2,630 | $111,600 | $19,300 | $92,300 |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 404923

APN: 100-11768000000
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