$62,000
SOLD JUL 22, 2024

1636 Walker St Des Moines, IA 50316

Martin Luther King Jr Park Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
616 Sq Ft
7,500 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$101 Per Sq Ft

3% Above List Price

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Asbestos
  • Bungalow

About This Home

As of March 2025

You don't find opportunities like this one anymore! This super cute 1 bedroom 1 bathroom bungalow is a great investment opportunity. You won't want to miss out.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Misty Darling

BH&G Real Estate Innovations Listed on: 06/04/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Misty Darling

BH&G Real Estate Innovations Listed on: 06/04/2024

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $913

Year Built

  • Built in 1913

Lot Details

  • 7,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x150
  • Property is zoned EX

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • 616 Sq Ft Home
  • Bungalow
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Asbestos

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Additional Features

  • Unfinished Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 04005340000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$913

Year Built

Built in 1913

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 97.40
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 100.65
  • Year Built: 1913
  • 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: 616
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 616
  • Total Sq Ft: 616

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Asbestos
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete

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: 0.1720
  • Lot S F: 7500
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 50X150
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 04005340000000
  • Zoning: EX

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: 913.08
  • Net Taxes: 913.08
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 12, 2025
Closed on
Mar 17, 2025
Sold by
Mdbd Llc
Bought by
Alfonso Claudia Martell
Seller's Agent
Misty Darling
BH&G Real Estate Innovations
Buyer's Agent
Antonio Romero
EXIT Realty & Associates
List Price
$139,900
Sold Price
$142,000
Premium/Discount to List
$2,100
1.5%
Views
31
Current Estimated Value
$136,434

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$5,566
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-11.41%
Original Mortgage
$113,600
Outstanding Balance
$113,503
Interest Rate
6.79%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$22,931

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 4, 2024
Closed on
Jul 18, 2024
Sold by
Skipper John Thomas
Bought by
Mdbd Llc
Seller's Agent
Misty Darling
BH&G Real Estate Innovations
Buyer's Agent
Misty Darling
BH&G Real Estate Innovations
List Price
$60,000
Sold Price
$62,000
Premium/Discount to List
$2,000
3.33%
Views
10

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
257.84%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 18, 2005
Sold by
Skipper John Thomas
Bought by
Skipper John Thomas
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 $142,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $142,000 None Listed On Document
Fiduciary Deed $62,000 None Listed On Document
Legal Action Court Order -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $113,600 New Conventional
Closed $113,600 New Conventional
Closed $0 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/18/2025 03/18/25 Sold $142,000 +1.5% $231 / Sq Ft
03/03/2025 03/03/25 Pending -- -- --
02/12/2025 02/12/25 For Sale $139,900 +125.6% $227 / Sq Ft
07/22/2024 07/22/24 Sold $62,000 +3.3% $101 / Sq Ft
06/04/2024 06/04/24 Pending -- -- --
06/04/2024 06/04/24 For Sale $60,000 -- $97 / 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 $692 $52,700 $11,700 $41,000
2023 $740 $52,700 $11,700 $41,000
2022 $732 $40,300 $9,200 $31,100
2021 $718 $40,300 $9,200 $31,100
2020 $742 $37,400 $8,600 $28,800
2019 $668 $37,400 $8,600 $28,800
2018 $656 $33,400 $7,600 $25,800
2017 $606 $33,400 $7,600 $25,800
2016 $584 $30,900 $7,000 $23,900
2015 $584 $30,900 $7,000 $23,900
2014 $964 $32,400 $7,900 $24,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Misty Darling

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Misty Darling

    BH&G Real Estate Innovations

    (515) 414-0059

    5 in this area

    1,889 Total Sales

    Misty Darling
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    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Antonio Romero

    EXIT Realty & Associates

    (515) 525-6721

    3 in this area

    93 Total Sales

    Antonio Romero
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 695697

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 040-05340000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50316 Martin Luther King Jr Park

1636 Walker St, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1636 Walker St, Des Moines, IA 50316 and is currently priced at $62,000, approximately $100 per square foot. This property was built in 1913. 1636 Walker St is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Capitol View Elementary School, Hiatt Middle School, and East High School.

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