1744 Walker St Des Moines, IA 50316
Martin Luther King Jr Park Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
704
Sq Ft
0.59
Acres
Highlights
- 0.59 Acre Lot
- No HOA
- Forced Air Heating System
- Ranch Style House
About This Home
As of February 2025This 2-bedroom, 1 bathroom home is ready for the next owners to make it their own. PLUS this property comes with an additional lot! If you're looking for affordable living with several big ticket items done this is the perfect place for you. Searching for a real estate investment opportunity? This also is the perfect place for you!
The options to build income are abundant:
-Renovate the current home and turn it into a rental property
-Keep the house to live in and sell the 2nd lot
-Add an accessible dwelling unit & rent it out
-Build a second residence on the second lot & use that as a rental
The opportunities for this property can be endless with a creative vision to make it into something new. The home has already had some updates completed including windows, furnace and electrical. Reach out to schedule a private tour and see the potential for yourself. All information obtained from Seller and public records.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,538
Year Built
- Built in 1917
Lot Details
- 0.59 Acre Lot
- Property is zoned NX1
Home Design
- 704 Sq Ft Home
- Ranch Style House
- Brick Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Metal Siding
Kitchen
- Stove
- Microwave
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Gravel Driveway
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
Additional Features
- Unfinished Basement
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 04005827000000 & 04005830000000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 5, 2024
Closed on
Feb 7, 2025
Sold by
Parker Erick Lamont and Parker Danita R
Bought by
Castillo Luis and Castillo Seng M
Seller's Agent
Sara Hopkins
RE/MAX Precision
Buyer's Agent
Jayme Goodrich
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$170,000
Sold Price
$142,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$27,500
-16.18%
Views
51
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$810
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.62%
Original Mortgage
$152,000
Outstanding Balance
$151,375
Interest Rate
7.04%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Estimated Equity
-$10,791
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 4, 2003
Sold by
Parker Erick S and Parker Marjorie C
Bought by
Parker Danita R and Parker Erick L
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fiduciary Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $142,500 | None Listed On Document | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $152,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/28/2025 02/28/25 | Sold | $142,500 | -5.0% | $202 / Sq Ft |
| 12/02/2024 12/02/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/19/2024 11/19/24 | Price Changed | $150,000 | -6.3% | $213 / Sq Ft |
| 10/30/2024 10/30/24 | Price Changed | $160,000 | -5.9% | $227 / Sq Ft |
| 09/05/2024 09/05/24 | For Sale | $170,000 | -- | $241 / Sq Ft |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $1,330 | $67,600 | $13,400 | $54,200 |
| 2023 | $1,204 | $67,600 | $13,400 | $54,200 |
| 2022 | $1,196 | $51,100 | $10,600 | $40,500 |
| 2021 | $1,188 | $51,100 | $10,600 | $40,500 |
| 2020 | $1,234 | $47,600 | $9,900 | $37,700 |
| 2019 | $1,150 | $47,600 | $9,900 | $37,700 |
| 2018 | $1,138 | $42,800 | $8,800 | $34,000 |
| 2017 | $1,068 | $42,800 | $8,800 | $34,000 |
| 2016 | $1,040 | $39,500 | $8,100 | $31,400 |
| 2015 | $1,040 | $39,500 | $8,100 | $31,400 |
| 2014 | $1,116 | $42,000 | $9,100 | $32,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Sara Hopkins
Seller's Agent in 2025
Sara Hopkins
RE/MAX
(515) 710-6030
2 in this area
606 Total Sales
-
Jayme Goodrich
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Jayme Goodrich
RE/MAX
(515) 707-5626
1 in this area
106 Total Sales
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 703285
APN: 040-05827000000
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