NOT LISTED FOR SALE

181 56th Place West Des Moines, IA 50266

Estimated Value: $407,102 - $443,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
1,870 Sq Ft
$227/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 05, 2014

Last sale price $240,000 $128 Per Sq Ft

Est. 77% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,844/month

52 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Tile Flooring
  • Westridge Elementary School Rated A-
  • Home Security System
  • 5-minute walk to Willow Springs Park

About This Home

As of March 2014

Prime location. Close to Willow Park and Westridge Elementary. 2 story foyer opens to formal dining area. Large kitchen/dining area adjoins great room with fireplace. Kitchen has stainless steel appliances. Laundry room/mudroom conveniently located between the 3 car garage and the kitchen. The foyer and the upstairs hall have wood laminate flooring that will provide years of care-free maintenance. The master bedroom has his and hers walk-in closets, and dual vanity in the master bath. The lower level has a great room with fireplace and a room that could be used as an office or 5th bedroom. The home has a security system, water softener, whole house exhaust fan, and a fenced back yard.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

William Waldman

Iowa Realty Waukee Listed on: 01/12/2014

Last Buyer's Agent

Ted Weaver

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,478

Year Built

  • Built in 1997

Lot Details

  • 8,750 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 70 x 125

Home Design

  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,870 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Finished Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 32002826196434

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,478

Year Built

Built in 1997

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Two Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 131.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 128.00
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Carpeting, Laminate Floors, Security System, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished, Walkout
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 911
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 870
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Rm Size: 18 x 14
  • Family Room: 1st Floor, Lower Level
  • Other Rooms: See Remarks
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, See Remarks, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1870
  • Total Sq Ft: 1870

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Frame
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak, Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 3 Attached

Utilities

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

Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2010
  • Lot S F: 8750
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 70 X 125
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 32002826196434
  • Zoning: R

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: 4478.00
  • Net Taxes: 4478.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 18156THPLPOLKWESTDESM50266
  • Tax Year: 2013

MLS Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 16, 2025
Sold by
Flaugher Joseph D and Flaugher Laura C
Bought by
Joe And Laura Flaugher Trust and Flaugher
Current Estimated Value
$423,776

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 12, 2014
Closed on
Feb 24, 2014
Sold by
Ballinger Bruce L and Kroll Ballinger Kimberly K
Bought by
Flaugher Joseph D and Flaugher Laura C
Seller's Agent
William Waldman
Iowa Realty Waukee
Buyer's Agent
Ted Weaver
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$244,900
Sold Price
$240,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-2%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.84%
Original Mortgage
$216,000
Interest Rate
4.39%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 22, 2006
Sold by
Schneider Gail M and Schneider Sean M
Bought by
Ballinger Bruce and Ballinger Kim

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
1%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 24, 1997
Sold by
Quail Valley Homes Inc
Bought by
Schneider Gail M and Schneider Sean M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$186,150
Interest Rate
7.63%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 19, 1997
Sold by
Gladow Steve K and Dephillips Jeanette
Bought by
Quail Valley Homes Inc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$146,000
Interest Rate
8.13%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Joe And Laura Flaugher Trust -- None Listed On Document
Flaugher Joseph D $240,000 None Available
Ballinger Bruce $249,500 None Available
Schneider Gail M $182,000 --
Quail Valley Homes Inc $36,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Flaugher Joseph D $187,690
Previous Owner Flaugher Joseph D $216,000
Previous Owner Ballinger Bruce $206,250
Previous Owner Ballinger Bruce $200,000
Previous Owner Schneider Gail M $186,150
Previous Owner Quail Valley Homes Inc $146,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/05/2014 03/05/14 Sold $240,000 -2.0% $128 / Sq Ft
03/05/2014 03/05/14 Pending -- -- --
01/12/2014 01/12/14 For Sale $244,900 -- $131 / 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 $5,804 $376,700 $70,900 $305,800
2023 $5,856 $376,700 $70,900 $305,800
2022 $5,784 $312,100 $59,900 $252,200
2021 $5,822 $312,100 $59,900 $252,200
2020 $5,730 $298,900 $57,200 $241,700
2019 $5,440 $298,900 $57,200 $241,700
2018 $5,450 $274,100 $51,400 $222,700
2017 $5,146 $274,100 $51,400 $222,700
2016 $5,030 $252,000 $46,200 $205,800
2015 $5,030 $252,000 $46,200 $205,800
2014 $4,658 $229,700 $41,400 $188,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 429289

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 320-02826196434