NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1937 Buffalo Rd West Des Moines, IA 50265

Estimated Value: $374,000 - $420,000

5 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,707 Sq Ft
$231/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 27, 2015

Last sale price $248,000 $145 Per Sq Ft

Est. 59% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,642/month

41 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1.03 Acre Lot
  • No HOA
  • Tile Flooring
  • Valley High School Rated A
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of August 2015

Contemporary 5 bed, 2.5 bath 2,747 sq. ft. 2 story on 1.033ac lot is the in town acreage you've been waiting for! Many major updates including a spacious granite cook's kitchen designed by Jean LemMon featuring a large center island w/huge vent hood, quarry tile floor, Corian backsplash, built in wine racks/desk and generous dining area overlooking the wooded rear yard which runs to Walnut Creek. The main structure offers 4 beds up with tons of built-ins and a main level living area wired for sound with recessed lighting, more built-ins and tremendous backyard views. Separate main floor living space offers a studio/den, a fifth bedroom and second living area. Other substantial updates include a completely repoured driveway with extra parking-turnout, 6 6ft concrete pilings to eliminate movement, a driveway drain system to channel water effectively away from the home, buried utilities and sewer hookup from rear of property. Let's make a deal!

Last Listed By

Matt Grohe

RE/MAX Results Listed on: 07/17/2015

RE/MAX Results

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,126

Year Built

  • Built in 1958

Lot Details

  • 1.03 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 90 x 505

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Slab Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Rolled or Hot Mop Roof
  • Tar and Gravel Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,707 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Dining Area
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 32002718001001

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,126

Year Built

Built in 1958

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Two Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 152.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 145.28
  • Year Built: 1958
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Cable TV, Carpeting, See Remarks, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 2nd Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Slab
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1040
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 900
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas, Eat In Kitchen
  • Living Rm Size: 16 x 20
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1707
  • Total Sq Ft: 1707

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick, Frame
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Roll Roofing, Tar & Gravel
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak

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: West Des Moines

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.0330
  • Lot S F: 45015
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 90 x 505
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 32002718001001
  • Zoning: Res

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: 4126.00
  • Net Taxes: 4126.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1937BUFFALORDPOLKWESTDESM50265
  • Tax Year: 2015

MLS Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 24, 2017
Sold by
Edwards Matthew B and Edwards Lindsay N
Bought by
Edwards Matthew B and Edwards Lindsay N
Total Days on Market
41
Current Estimated Value
$394,832

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$228,900
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 17, 2015
Closed on
Aug 24, 2015
Sold by
Miller J Craig and Miller Betty J
Bought by
Edwards Matthew B
Seller's Agent
Matt Grohe
RE/MAX Results
Buyer's Agent
Heather Wright
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$259,900
Sold Price
$248,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$11,900
-4.58%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.27%
Original Mortgage
$235,600
Interest Rate
3.97%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Range of Values:

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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
Edwards Matthew B -- --
Edwards Matthew B $248,000 Attorney
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Edwards Matthew B $332,000
Closed Edwards Matthew B $50,000
Closed Edwards Matthew B $228,900
Closed Edwards Matthew B $235,600
Previous Owner Miller J Craig $50,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/27/2015 08/27/15 Sold $248,000 -4.6% $145 / Sq Ft
08/27/2015 08/27/15 Pending -- -- --
07/17/2015 07/17/15 For Sale $259,900 -- $152 / 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 $5,310 $345,500 $98,400 $247,100
2023 $5,242 $345,500 $98,400 $247,100
2022 $5,178 $280,300 $82,600 $197,700
2021 $4,888 $280,300 $82,600 $197,700
2020 $4,810 $252,300 $74,200 $178,100
2019 $4,136 $252,300 $74,200 $178,100
2018 $4,142 $210,400 $66,700 $143,700
2017 $4,198 $210,400 $66,700 $143,700
2016 $4,106 $198,600 $61,800 $136,800
2015 $4,106 $198,600 $61,800 $136,800
2014 $4,052 $193,700 $59,500 $134,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Matt Grohe

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Matt Grohe

    RE/MAX Results

    (515) 988-3726

    3 in this area

    27 Total Sales

    Matt Grohe
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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015

    Shawn McAninch

    RE/MAX Concepts

  • Heather Wright

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Heather Wright

    RE/MAX

    (515) 229-2012

    17 in this area

    254 Total Sales

    Heather Wright
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 458685

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 320-02718001001

Iowa Polk County West Des Moines 50265

1937 Buffalo Rd, West Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in West Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1937 Buffalo Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50265 since 17 July 2015 and is currently estimated at $394,832, approximately $231 per square foot. This property was built in 1958. 1937 Buffalo Rd is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Indian Hills Junior High School, Valley Southwoods Freshman High School, and Valley High School.

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