1608 55th St Des Moines, IA 50310
Merle Hay NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $217,000 - $237,053
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,642
Sq Ft
$141/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 1 Fireplace
- Den
- Tile Flooring
- No HOA
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
As of August 2017Move-in ready home in a quiet neighborhood within walking distance to Waveland Trail. Surprisingly spacious house with first floor master that includes his & hers closets, built-in armoire, and first floor laundry. Enjoy a main living room w/ gas fireplace plus give your family room to spread out in the second family room/den that walks out to the tree lined back yard. Conveniently located half bath for guests. Additional kitchen area currently being used as an office passes through up to the two bedrooms and full bath on the upper level. Tons of potential in this unique 1642 sqft nicely updated property. All the appliances stay! Notable updates include a brand new roof in April 2017, new kitchen w/ white cabinets & tile backsplash 2016, new siding 2015, and new tile in the 2 full bathrooms 2014. Formerly a duplex, this house could easily be converted back into an income gatherer for investors looking for Westside properties. Call to set up your showing today!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,940
Year Built
- Built in 1947
Lot Details
- 6,600 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50x132
Parking
- Driveway
Home Design
- Block Foundation
- Slab Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Stone Siding
- Cement Board or Planked
Interior Spaces
- 1,642 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- 1 Fireplace
- Family Room Downstairs
- Den
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Carpet
- Laminate
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 10011736000000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 12, 2017
Closed on
Aug 16, 2017
Sold by
Busnov Belma
Bought by
Holmes Kevin
Seller's Agent
Terry Adams
Keller Williams Legacy Group
Buyer's Agent
Micole Van Walbeek
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$149,900
Sold Price
$147,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,400
-1.6%
Total Days on Market
66
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$83,263
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.93%
Original Mortgage
$143,075
Interest Rate
3.96%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 1, 2012
Sold by
Busnov Mirela and Busnov Belmir
Bought by
Busnov Belma
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$95,243
Interest Rate
3.12%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 14, 2011
Sold by
Wells Fargo Bank N A
Bought by
Busnov Mirela
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$62,864
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 12, 2007
Sold by
Davis Shana M
Bought by
Ibanez Juan F
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$118,500
Interest Rate
6.24%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 22, 2002
Sold by
Grimes Christopher P and Grimes Karen
Bought by
Davis Shana M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$90,789
Interest Rate
6.56%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holmes Kevin | $147,500 | None Available | |
| Busnov Belma | $97,000 | None Available | |
| Busnov Mirela | $64,000 | None Available | |
| Ibanez Juan F | $119,100 | None Available | |
| Davis Shana M | $83,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Holmes Kevin M | $141,500 | |
| Closed | Holmes Kevin | $143,075 | |
| Previous Owner | Busnov Belma | $95,243 | |
| Previous Owner | Busnov Mirela | $62,864 | |
| Previous Owner | Ibanez Juan F | $118,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Davis Shana M | $27,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Davis Shana M | $90,789 | |
| Closed | Davis Shana M | $90,789 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/17/2017 08/17/17 | Sold | $147,500 | -1.6% | $90 / Sq Ft |
| 08/17/2017 08/17/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/12/2017 06/12/17 | For Sale | $149,900 | -- | $91 / Sq Ft |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $3,998 | $203,200 | $35,800 | $167,400 |
| 2023 | $4,262 | $203,200 | $35,800 | $167,400 |
| 2022 | $4,228 | $180,800 | $32,300 | $148,500 |
| 2021 | $4,040 | $180,800 | $32,300 | $148,500 |
| 2020 | $4,198 | $161,900 | $28,800 | $133,100 |
| 2019 | $3,848 | $161,900 | $28,800 | $133,100 |
| 2018 | $3,320 | $143,200 | $25,100 | $118,100 |
| 2017 | $3,018 | $124,800 | $25,100 | $99,700 |
| 2016 | $2,940 | $111,600 | $21,900 | $89,700 |
| 2015 | $2,940 | $111,600 | $21,900 | $89,700 |
| 2014 | $2,556 | $99,800 | $19,300 | $80,500 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Terry Adams
Seller's Agent in 2017
Terry Adams
Keller Williams Legacy Group
(515) 943-0573
6 in this area
74 Total Sales
-
Micole Van Walbeek
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Micole Van Walbeek
RE/MAX
(515) 333-8292
4 in this area
256 Total Sales
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 541597
APN: 100-11736000000
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