NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1608 Southlawn Dr Des Moines, IA 50315

Watrous South Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $173,765 - $202,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,147 Sq Ft
$164/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 17, 2012

Last sale price $62,751 $55 Per Sq Ft

Est. 200% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,253/month

55 Days on Market

About This Home

As of April 2012

All brick 1 ½ story with large yard. 3 bedrooms 1 bath area all appliances, home is in good conditino. Home Sold AS-IS. Listing #161-207656. Earnest Deposit $1000 if offer over $50,000, $500 if under $50,000. Must Be Certified Funds to "HUD OR (Buyer's Name.)" Initial Bid Gathering Period for Owner/Occ Bids Only. If Not Sold Owner/Occ. /investor are opened Daily After Date. Visit the HudHomeStore website for EXACT bid deadlines and for Closing Costs Info, to View Reports & to Review Bidding. INCLUDE EMAIL ADDRESS IN BID SUBMISSION.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Steven Camerona

Iowa Realty Beaverdale Listed on: 02/22/2012

Iowa Realty Beaverdale

Last Buyer's Agent

Amy Wiederin

LPT Realty, LLC

LPT Realty, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 0.37

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,147 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Gravel Driveway

Additional Features

  • 0.37 Acre Lot
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 12001584000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 48.00
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 55.00
  • Termite: Under Maintenance Contract - No Need for Inspection
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 740
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 144
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1147
  • Total Sq Ft: 1147

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel
  • Garage: 1 Detached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.3670
  • Lot S F: 16000
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 12001584000000
  • Zoning: R

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 2089.00
  • Net Taxes: 1948.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1608SOUTHLAWDRPOLKDESMOINE50315
  • Tax Year: 2011

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 25, 2013
Sold by
Wong Ling and Wong Bi Yun
Bought by
Wong Kwok P and Wong Jennifer L
Total Days on Market
55
Current Estimated Value
$187,941

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$53,337
Outstanding Balance
$14,775
Interest Rate
3.14%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$180,720

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 22, 2012
Closed on
Apr 13, 2012
Sold by
The Secretary Of Housing And Urban Devel
Bought by
Wong Ling
Seller's Agent
Steven Camerona
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Buyer's Agent
Amy Wiederin
LPT Realty, LLC
List Price
$55,000
Sold Price
$62,751
Premium/Discount to List
$7,751
14.09%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.04%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 7, 2012
Sold by
Wells Fargo Bank Na
Bought by
Secretary Of Housing & Urban Development

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 17, 2012
Sold by
Houston Falesha M
Bought by
Wells Fargo Bank Na

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 6, 2003
Sold by
Stevens Paul E and Stevens Betty J
Bought by
Houston Falesha M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$108,202
Interest Rate
5.81%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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
Wong Kwok P $63,000 None Available
Wong Ling -- None Available
Secretary Of Housing & Urban Development -- None Available
Wells Fargo Bank Na $117,146 None Available
Houston Falesha M $109,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Wong Kwok P $53,337
Previous Owner Houston Falesha $15,930
Previous Owner Houston Falesha M $108,202
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/17/2012 04/17/12 Sold $62,751 +14.1% $55 / Sq Ft
03/18/2012 03/18/12 Pending -- -- --
02/22/2012 02/22/12 For Sale $55,000 -- $48 / 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 $3,058 $155,400 $36,700 $118,700
2023 $2,918 $155,400 $36,700 $118,700
2022 $2,896 $123,800 $30,500 $93,300
2021 $2,832 $123,800 $30,500 $93,300
2020 $2,942 $113,500 $27,800 $85,700
2019 $2,718 $113,500 $27,800 $85,700
2018 $2,690 $101,100 $24,300 $76,800
2017 $2,526 $101,100 $24,300 $76,800
2016 $2,462 $93,400 $22,000 $71,400
2015 $2,462 $93,400 $22,000 $71,400
2014 $2,372 $89,300 $20,600 $68,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Steven Camerona

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Steven Camerona

    Iowa Realty Beaverdale

    (515) 277-6211

    4 in this area

    215 Total Sales

    Steven Camerona
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  • Amy Wiederin

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Amy Wiederin

    LPT Realty, LLC

    (515) 577-5178

    198 Total Sales

    Amy Wiederin
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 396511

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 120-01584000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Watrous South

1608 Southlawn Dr, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1608 Southlawn Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 22 February 2012 and is currently estimated at $187,941, approximately $163 per square foot. This property was built in 1940. 1608 Southlawn Dr is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Wright Elementary School, Brody Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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