NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1709 E Walnut St Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol East Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $144,000 - $190,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
927 Sq Ft
$185/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 16, 2020

Last sale price $149,900 $162 Per Sq Ft

Est. 14% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,168/month

59 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 2-minute walk to Redhead Park
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of December 2020

All information obtained from Seller and public records.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sara Macias

RE/MAX Revolution Listed on: 10/16/2020

RE/MAX Revolution

Last Buyer's Agent

Lynette Williamson

Century 21 Signature

Century 21 Signature

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,120

Year Built

  • Built in 1879

Lot Details

  • 5,985 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 35x171

Home Design

  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 927 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Laundry on main level
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 04005615000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,120

Year Built

Built in 1879

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 161.70
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 161.70
  • Year Built: 1879
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Cable TV
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 300
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 927
  • Total Sq Ft: 927

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • 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: 0.1370
  • Lot S F: 5985
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 35X171
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 04005615000000
  • Zoning: Res

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: 2120.00
  • Net Taxes: 2120.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 16, 2020
Closed on
Dec 15, 2020
Sold by
Thompson Kara A
Bought by
Reyes Snyder Sonia Margarita
Seller's Agent
Sara Macias
RE/MAX Revolution
Buyer's Agent
Lynette Williamson
Century 21 Signature
List Price
$149,900
Sold Price
$149,900
Total Days on Market
59
Current Estimated Value
$171,575

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$21,675
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.06%
Original Mortgage
$147,184
Outstanding Balance
$132,538
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$39,037

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 21, 2017
Closed on
Jan 10, 2018
Sold by
Nava Lorenzo Blanco and Blanco Kareny
Bought by
Thompson Kara A
Seller's Agent
Michael Adams
RE/MAX Revolution
Buyer's Agent
Sara Macias
RE/MAX Revolution
List Price
$90,000
Sold Price
$86,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,500
-3.89%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
20.64%
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 12, 2002
Sold by
Haught Nora C
Bought by
Nava Lorenzo Blanco

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$35,741
Interest Rate
5.46%
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
Reyes Snyder Sonia Margarita $150,000 None Available
Thompson Kara A $86,500 None Available
Nava Lorenzo Blanco $36,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Reyes Sonia M $26,500
Open Reyes Snyder Sonia Margarita $147,184
Previous Owner Thompson Kara A $150,000
Previous Owner Blanco Nava Lorenzo $28,500
Previous Owner Blanco Nava Lorenzo $20,000
Previous Owner Blanco Nava Lorenzo $15,000
Previous Owner Blanco Nava Lorenzo $14,000
Previous Owner Nava Lorenzo Blanco $35,741
Closed Nava Lorenzo Blanco $11,490
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/16/2020 12/16/20 Sold $149,900 0.0% $162 / Sq Ft
12/14/2020 12/14/20 Pending -- -- --
10/16/2020 10/16/20 For Sale $149,900 +73.3% $162 / Sq Ft
01/11/2018 01/11/18 Sold $86,500 -3.9% $93 / Sq Ft
12/12/2017 12/12/17 Pending -- -- --
11/21/2017 11/21/17 For Sale $90,000 -- $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 $2,502 $137,600 $10,000 $127,600
2023 $2,268 $137,600 $10,000 $127,600
2022 $2,248 $105,100 $8,100 $97,000
2021 $2,042 $105,100 $8,100 $97,000
2020 $2,120 $81,800 $7,100 $74,700
2019 $1,590 $81,800 $7,100 $74,700
2018 $1,342 $59,200 $5,900 $53,300
2017 $1,266 $59,200 $5,900 $53,300
2016 $1,228 $55,300 $5,400 $49,900
2015 $1,228 $55,300 $5,400 $49,900
2014 $1,128 $53,000 $5,400 $47,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Sara Macias

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Sara Macias

    RE/MAX

    (515) 238-8670

    1 in this area

    71 Total Sales

    Sara Macias
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  • Lynette Williamson

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Lynette Williamson

    Century 21 Signature

    (515) 250-1155

    1 in this area

    162 Total Sales

    Lynette Williamson
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    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Cathy McAulay

    Century 21 Signature

    (515) 639-3815

    1 in this area

    162 Total Sales

    Cathy McAulay
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  • Michael Adams

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Michael Adams

    RE/MAX

    (515) 401-7199

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 616220

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 040-05615000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50316 Capitol East

1709 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1709 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316 since 16 October 2020 and is currently estimated at $171,575, approximately $185 per square foot. This property was built in 1879. 1709 E Walnut 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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