
1942 Arlington Ave Des Moines, IA 50314
River Bend NeighborhoodHighlights
- Wood Flooring
- Mud Room
- Home Security System
- 1 Fireplace
- No HOA
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
As of July 2022This beautiful house, located in the Riverbend Local Historic District, has the perfect blend of old house charm and modern updates. A few of the many highlights are the large, open kitchen and dining space for a large table, mudroom and 1/2 bath on the first floor, dual zoned heating and cooling, hardwood floors, lots of windows, painted white trim, spectacular 2nd floor full bath with laundry, closet space, dry basement for workout area and storage. The remodel included, all new plumbing & all new electrical. Recent updates include new wood siding on the east side of the home, concrete patio, new ceiling fans, new bathroom vanity with solid surface top & basement waterproofing. Short walking distance to bike trails and Riverview Park. Just minutes from Highland Park shopping as well as downtown. Tax abatement in effect until 2026. All information obtained from Seller and public records.
Last Buyer's Agent
Deborah Miller
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,510
Year Built
- Built in 1896
Lot Details
- 9,600 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is zoned N5
Home Design
- Brick Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,254 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- 1 Fireplace
- Mud Room
- Dining Area
- Home Security System
- Laundry on upper level
Kitchen
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 08003548000000
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Purchase Details
Purchase Details
Purchase Details
Purchase Details
Purchase Details
Purchase Details
Purchase Details
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Warranty Deed | $198,000 | None Available | |
Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
Warranty Deed | $3,500 | None Available | |
Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
Warranty Deed | $30,000 | None Available | |
Quit Claim Deed | $5,000 | None Available | |
Contract Of Sale | $10,000 | -- | |
Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | $129,500 | -- | |
Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $190,000 | New Conventional | |
Closed | $194,413 | FHA | |
Previous Owner | $19,450 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $155,200 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $200,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
Previous Owner | $150,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Closed | $0 | Seller Take Back |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
07/08/2022 07/08/22 | Sold | $290,000 | 0.0% | $129 / Sq Ft |
06/01/2022 06/01/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
05/20/2022 05/20/22 | Price Changed | $290,000 | -2.5% | $129 / Sq Ft |
05/17/2022 05/17/22 | Price Changed | $297,500 | -0.8% | $132 / Sq Ft |
04/28/2022 04/28/22 | For Sale | $299,900 | +51.5% | $133 / Sq Ft |
05/29/2018 05/29/18 | Sold | $198,000 | -2.9% | $88 / Sq Ft |
05/25/2018 05/25/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
01/26/2018 01/26/18 | For Sale | $204,000 | +13.3% | $91 / Sq Ft |
07/05/2016 07/05/16 | Sold | $180,000 | 0.0% | $80 / Sq Ft |
06/03/2016 06/03/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
10/30/2015 10/30/15 | For Sale | $180,000 | -- | $80 / Sq Ft |
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 | $2,360 | $130,400 | $15,900 | $114,500 |
2023 | $1,188 | $321,900 | $15,900 | $306,000 |
2022 | $1,178 | $250,800 | $13,200 | $237,600 |
2021 | $532 | $250,800 | $13,200 | $237,600 |
2020 | $546 | $221,400 | $11,600 | $209,800 |
2019 | $234 | $221,400 | $11,600 | $209,800 |
2018 | $226 | $208,700 | $10,400 | $198,300 |
2017 | $4,590 | $208,700 | $10,400 | $198,300 |
2016 | $434 | $169,700 | $9,700 | $160,000 |
2015 | $434 | $16,500 | $9,700 | $6,800 |
2014 | $422 | $15,900 | $9,400 | $6,500 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2022
Ann Holtz
RE/MAX
(515) 480-4523
1 in this area
54 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2022
Deborah Miller
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
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Seller's Agent in 2018
Marceen Peters
RE/MAX
(515) 778-3014
7 in this area
222 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2018
April Thulstrup
Century 21 Signature
(515) 724-1402
15 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2016
Amber Gano
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 650743

APN: 080-03548000000