$425,000
SOLD MAR 31, 2025
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,426 Sq Ft
4.75 Acres

Recently Sold

$175 Per Sq Ft

29% Below List Price

132 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 4.75 Acre Lot
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of March 2025

Discover the perfect blend of residential comfort and commercial potential at 1919 E Army Post Road! This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath brick ranch offers over 2,400 sq ft of living space, nestled on 4.75 acres of versatile mixed-use land. Ideal for homeowners or investors, this property features a spacious 2-car detached garage, plus 2 additional outbuildings for extra storage or workspace. The expansive land and mixed-use zoning open endless possibilities for residential living, business ventures, or development opportunities. Prime location in Des Moines - don't miss out! All information obtained from Seller and public records.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Steve Widmer

RE/MAX Precision Listed on: 10/18/2024

RE/MAX Precision

Last Buyer's Agent

Steve Widmer

RE/MAX Precision Listed on: 10/18/2024

RE/MAX Precision

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,997

Year Built

  • Built in 1974

Lot Details

  • 4.75 Acre Lot
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Property is zoned EX

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,426 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Formal Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Main Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 12007399104000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,997

Year Built

Built in 1974

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 177.25
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 175.19
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1974
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Carpeting, Laminate Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Slab
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas, Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2426
  • Total Sq Ft: 2426

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick
  • Fence Type: Chain Link
  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Asphalt
  • Trim: Mahogany, Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Garage Sq Ft: 576
  • Garage: 2 Detached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Electric Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 4.7500
  • Lot S F: 206910
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 12007399104000
  • Zoning: EX

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: 5997.00
  • Net Taxes: 5791.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 18, 2024
Closed on
Mar 30, 2025
Sold by
Watts Lyle L and Watts Steven W
Bought by
Montoya Hernandez Hector
Seller's Agent
Steve Widmer
RE/MAX Precision
Buyer's Agent
Steve Widmer
RE/MAX Precision
List Price
$595,000
Sold Price
$425,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$170,000
-28.57%
Views
117

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.43%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 4, 1999
Sold by
Leanhart Rex E and Leanhart Betty J
Bought by
Watts Lyle L
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Fiduciary Deed $425,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $224,500 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/31/2025 03/31/25 Sold $425,000 -1.2% $175 / Sq Ft
02/27/2025 02/27/25 Pending -- -- --
02/18/2025 02/18/25 Price Changed $430,000 -13.1% $177 / Sq Ft
01/30/2025 01/30/25 Price Changed $495,000 -5.7% $204 / Sq Ft
12/06/2024 12/06/24 Price Changed $525,000 -4.5% $216 / Sq Ft
11/12/2024 11/12/24 Price Changed $550,000 -4.3% $227 / Sq Ft
11/01/2024 11/01/24 Price Changed $575,000 -3.4% $237 / Sq Ft
10/18/2024 10/18/24 For Sale $595,000 -- $245 / 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 $5,930 $327,500 $83,500 $244,000
2023 $5,812 $327,500 $83,500 $244,000
2022 $5,766 $258,900 $69,200 $189,700
2021 $5,406 $258,900 $69,200 $189,700
2020 $5,608 $228,500 $60,900 $167,600
2019 $5,330 $228,500 $60,900 $167,600
2018 $5,268 $210,100 $55,400 $154,700
2017 $5,024 $210,100 $55,400 $154,700
2016 $4,886 $197,500 $51,800 $145,700
2015 $4,886 $197,500 $51,800 $145,700
2014 $5,600 $231,000 $59,500 $171,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 706198

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 120-07399104000