NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1718 2nd Ave Des Moines, IA 50314

River Bend Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $86,000 - $135,371

2 Beds
1 Bath
886 Sq Ft
$130/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 20, 2023

Last sale price $105,000 $119 Per Sq Ft

Est. 10% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $804/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.51 Acre Lot
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Ranch Style House
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Family Room

About This Home

As of January 2023

Welcome to this 2 BR/1BA updated home! This home has fresh paint, flooring, and stainless steel appliances! Upon entering you will find an enclosed front porch, nice sized living room + a sun room! Both bedrooms share a Jack and Jill bathroom. 1 car detached garage, GIANT backyard + a rental certificate on this home too. Call and schedule a showing today.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ashley Carter

RE/MAX Real Estate Center Listed on: 11/08/2022

RE/MAX Real Estate Center

Last Buyer's Agent

Ashton Verschuure

RE/MAX Concepts

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,238

Year Built

  • Built in 1912

Lot Details

  • 0.51 Acre Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Property is zoned Indus

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 886 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Gravel Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 08005085000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,238

Year Built

Built in 1912

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 112.75
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 118.51
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1912
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Laminate Floors, Smoke Detector
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 886
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 886
  • Total Sq Ft: 886

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Fence Type: Chain Link, Shared, Wood
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete, Gravel
  • Garage: 1 Detached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.5070
  • Lot S F: 22100
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 08005085000000
  • Zoning: Indus

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: 1238.34
  • Net Taxes: 1238.34

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 5, 2023
Sold by
Glenn David and Glenn Katheen
Bought by
Glenn Carol
Current Estimated Value
$115,593

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 2, 2023
Sold by
Glenn Michael and Glenn Lori
Bought by
Glenn Carol

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 8, 2022
Closed on
Dec 13, 2022
Sold by
High Five Homes
Bought by
Griffith Steven Allen
Seller's Agent
Ashley Carter
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Buyer's Agent
Ashton Verschuure
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$99,900
Sold Price
$105,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
5.11%
Views
24

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.17%
Original Mortgage
$103,098
Interest Rate
6.31%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 15, 2022
Sold by
Kwok Chan Llc
Bought by
City Of Des Moines

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 15, 2019
Sold by
Thornton Family Revocable Living Trust
Bought by
Kwok Chan Llc and High Five Homes

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$40,705
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 22, 2005
Sold by
Thornton Richard L and Thornton Marlys R
Bought by
Thornton Family Revocable Living Trust
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
Glenn Carol -- None Listed On Document
Glenn Carol -- None Listed On Document
Griffith Steven Allen $105,000 --
City Of Des Moines -- --
Kwok Chan Llc $40,500 None Available
Thornton Family Revocable Living Trust -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Griffith Steven Allen $103,098
Previous Owner Kwok Chan Llc $40,705
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/20/2023 01/20/23 Sold $105,000 +5.1% $119 / Sq Ft
11/16/2022 11/16/22 Pending -- -- --
11/08/2022 11/08/22 For Sale $99,900 -- $113 / 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 $1,930 $98,100 $11,100 $87,000
2023 $1,146 $98,100 $11,100 $87,000
2022 $1,136 $48,600 $9,200 $39,400
2021 $1,202 $48,600 $9,200 $39,400
2020 $1,250 $48,200 $8,100 $40,100
2019 $1,296 $48,200 $8,100 $40,100
2018 $1,282 $48,200 $7,300 $40,900
2017 $1,226 $48,200 $7,300 $40,900
2016 $1,194 $45,300 $6,800 $38,500
2015 $1,194 $45,300 $6,800 $38,500
2014 $1,124 $43,900 $6,600 $37,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ashley Carter

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Ashley Carter

    RE/MAX Real Estate Center

    (515) 250-4087

    5 in this area

    183 Total Sales

    Ashley Carter
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    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Ashton Verschuure

    RE/MAX

    3 in this area

    138 Total Sales

    Ashton Verschuure
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 663339

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 080-05085000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50314 River Bend

1718 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1718 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314 since 08 November 2022 and is currently estimated at $115,593, approximately $130 per square foot. This property was built in 1912. 1718 2nd Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Moulton Elementary School, Harding Middle School, and North High School.

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