NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1721 Merle Huff Ave Norwalk, IA 50211

Estimated Value: $263,000 - $313,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,043 Sq Ft
$274/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 31, 2016

Last sale price $180,000 $173 Per Sq Ft

Est. 59% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,948/month

106 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Shades
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • No HOA
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Family Room Downstairs

About This Home

As of March 2016

Fantastic Norwalk resale with more than 1700 sqft of finish & fully fenced, private backyard! Seller has updated the main level to showcase a super spacious flow from the dining area to open kitchen concept. Large island provides breakfast bar seating as well as extra counter space. Perfect for entertaining, the main level living room provides a cozy hangout spot. Upstairs you will find great sized bedrooms as well as a master suite w/a full bath. Second full bath in the upper level. Downstairs you will find an open concept that has so many possibilities! Current setup offers a theater area w/ projector that stays & is set up for a bonus bedroom. Sellers have especially enjoyed the privacy of no backyard neighbors & a quiet & safe street. Just minutes from schools, dining and just minutes from the DSM metro, Norwalk has it all! Certified Pre-Owned Home – this home has been pre-inspected & comes with a 13 month HWA Platinum Home Warranty for your peace of mind!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Misty Darling

BH&G Real Estate Innovations Listed on: 12/16/2015

Last Buyer's Agent

Michelle Hanson

RE/MAX Concepts

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,621

Year Built

  • Built in 2004

Lot Details

  • 7,508 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned R1

Home Design

  • Split Level Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,043 Sq Ft Home
  • Shades
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Window Egress

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 63237040070

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,621

Year Built

Built in 2004

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Split Level
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 177.28
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 172.58
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Hardwood Floors, Shades/Shutters, Tile Floors, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Egress Windows, Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 771
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 700
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor, Lower Level
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Pre-Home Inspection, Pre-Termite Inspection, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1043
  • Total Sq Ft: 1043

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak, Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Attached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Norwalk

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1720
  • Lot S F: 7508
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 63237040070
  • Zoning: R1

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: 3621.00
  • Net Taxes: 3412.00
  • Tax Year: 2014

MLS Schools

  • School District: Norwalk

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 16, 2015
Closed on
Apr 4, 2016
Sold by
Josh Beckman
Bought by
Sorensen Dale and Sorensen Vicki
Seller's Agent
Misty Darling
BH&G Real Estate Innovations
Buyer's Agent
Michelle Hanson
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$184,900
Sold Price
$180,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-2.65%
Total Days on Market
106
Current Estimated Value
$285,832

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$105,832
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.16%
Original Mortgage
$144,000
Interest Rate
3.71%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 17, 2012
Sold by
Williams Michael L and Williams Melissa
Bought by
Beckman Josh and Siglin Abby

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$149,023
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Sorensen Dale -- --
Beckman Josh $153,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Sorensen Dale $144,000
Previous Owner Sorensen Dale --
Previous Owner Beckman Josh $149,023
Previous Owner Williams Michael L $144,000
Previous Owner Williams Michael L $148,500
Previous Owner Williams Michael L $25,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/31/2016 03/31/16 Sold $180,000 -2.7% $173 / Sq Ft
03/31/2016 03/31/16 Pending -- -- --
12/16/2015 12/16/15 For Sale $184,900 -- $177 / 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 $4,128 $219,700 $34,100 $185,600
2023 $4,376 $219,700 $34,100 $185,600
2022 $4,364 $196,000 $35,000 $161,000
2021 $4,364 $196,000 $35,000 $161,000
2020 $4,364 $184,800 $35,000 $149,800
2019 $4,226 $184,800 $35,000 $149,800
2018 $4,096 $0 $0 $0
2017 $3,938 $0 $0 $0
2016 $3,698 $162,900 $0 $0
2015 $3,698 $162,900 $0 $0
2014 $3,412 $150,600 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 509152

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 63237040070