Joseph Bennett
LPT Realty, LLC
(515) 414-8387
102 Total Sales
5 in Merle Hay
$140K - $330K Price Range
2004 56th St Des Moines, IA 50310
Merle Hay NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $221,000 - $253,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
968
Sq Ft
$240/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Outdoor Storage
- Ranch Style House
- No HOA
- 5-minute walk to Franklin Park
About This Home
As of October 2020What an AMAZING find! Wait until to see all that this home has to offer. The list of improvements goes on and on. New roof, gutters, a/c, furnace, water heater, upgraded plumbing & more! This home has been very well maintained & ready for its new owners. Beautiful hardwood floors flow throughout most of the main level. Sizable family room offers great space for your large pieces of furniture. Picture window provides a lovely view of the mature trees. It flows to the dining room that features a new slider to your deck and HUGE fenced in yard! You ll enjoy outdoor summer living in fantastic yard w/ a storage shed for all your gardening tools. Kitchen has ample cabinet/countertop space. BONUS- the lower level has been partially finished to feature a modern family room with laminate flooring. A new ¾ bath has been added as well! 3rd nonconforming bedroom and OVERSIZED storage/laundry room can also be found in the LL. Situated in a mature neighborhood, this 1947 ranch is simply remarkable!
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,924
Year Built
- Built in 1947
Lot Details
- 8,580 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 66x130
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Chain Link Fence
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Traditional Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
Interior Spaces
- 968 Sq Ft Home
- Family Room Downstairs
- Dining Area
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Partially Finished Basement
Kitchen
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Outdoor Storage
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 10001591000000
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 21, 2020
Closed on
Oct 12, 2020
Sold by
Kontos Russell J
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Megan Carey O'Leary
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Erika Hansen
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
List Price
$179,900
Sold Price
$179,900
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
$52,050
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.42%
Original Mortgage
$176,641
Outstanding Balance
$153,882
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$78,068
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 8, 2015
Closed on
Mar 17, 2015
Sold by
Merkle Jonathan R and Merkle Lisa N
Bought by
Kontos Russell J
Seller's Agent
Ryan Graves
Smart Avenue
Buyer's Agent
Megan Carey O'Leary
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$127,500
Sold Price
$124,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,000
-2.35%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.81%
Original Mortgage
$99,600
Interest Rate
3.56%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 18, 2010
Sold by
Harman Richard E
Bought by
Merkle Jonathan R and Merkle Lisa N
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$115,333
Interest Rate
5.37%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 13, 2007
Sold by
Honkomp Patrick and Honkomp Laura A
Bought by
Harman Richard E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$93,200
Interest Rate
6.21%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 15, 2003
Sold by
Honkomp Patrick and Tapken Laura A
Bought by
Honkomp Patrick W and Honkomp Laura A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$94,420
Interest Rate
5.97%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 24, 2001
Sold by
Noble Cathryn A Weber and Noble Michael L
Bought by
Honkomp Patrick and Tapken Laura A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$91,070
Interest Rate
7.16%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Merle Hay, IA
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Joseph Bennett
-
Katey Farrell
Katey Farrell
RE/MAX Precision
(515) 400-4175
70 Total Sales
1 in Merle Hay
$238,000 Price
-
Liz Lashier
Liz Lashier
NextHome Your Way
(515) 512-4526
151 Total Sales
3 in Merle Hay
$195K - $240K Price Range
-
Kris Mehmen
Kris Mehmen
RE/MAX Precision
(515) 400-4689
78 Total Sales
1 in Merle Hay
$240,000 Price
-
Heather Rawlins
Heather Rawlins
Iowa Realty Colfax
(515) 219-8941
290 Total Sales
1 in Merle Hay
$222,500 Price
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Ross Peterson
Ross Peterson
Agency Iowa
(515) 461-7245
90 Total Sales
3 in Merle Hay
$175K - $243K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $180,000 | None Available | ||
| Kontos Russell J | $124,500 | None Available | |
| Merkle Jonathan R | $117,000 | None Available | |
| Harman Richard E | $116,000 | None Available | |
| Honkomp Patrick W | -- | -- | |
| Honkomp Patrick | $92,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $176,641 | ||
| Previous Owner | Kontos Russell J | $12,450 | |
| Previous Owner | Kontos Russell J | $99,600 | |
| Previous Owner | Merkle Jonathan R | $115,333 | |
| Previous Owner | Harman Richard E | $93,200 | |
| Previous Owner | Honkomp Patrick W | $94,420 | |
| Previous Owner | Honkomp Patrick | $91,070 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/16/2020 10/16/20 | Sold | $179,900 | 0.0% | $186 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/15/2020 10/15/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/21/2020 08/21/20 | For Sale | $179,900 | +44.5% | $186 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/18/2015 03/18/15 | Sold | $124,500 | -2.4% | $129 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/18/2015 03/18/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/08/2015 01/08/15 | For Sale | $127,500 | -- | $132 / Sq Ft |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,830 | $224,900 | $62,900 | $162,000 |
| 2024 | $3,830 | $205,200 | $56,500 | $148,700 |
| 2023 | $3,810 | $205,200 | $56,500 | $148,700 |
| 2022 | $3,778 | $170,500 | $48,200 | $122,300 |
| 2021 | $3,564 | $170,500 | $48,200 | $122,300 |
| 2020 | $3,696 | $151,400 | $42,500 | $108,900 |
| 2019 | $3,498 | $151,400 | $42,500 | $108,900 |
| 2018 | $3,266 | $138,700 | $38,300 | $100,400 |
| 2017 | $3,044 | $131,500 | $38,300 | $93,200 |
| 2016 | $2,962 | $121,100 | $34,700 | $86,400 |
| 2015 | $2,962 | $121,100 | $34,700 | $86,400 |
| 2014 | $2,722 | $115,200 | $32,600 | $82,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Megan Carey O'Leary
Seller's Agent in 2020
Megan Carey O'Leary
RE/MAX
(515) 371-9744
4 in this area
126 Total Sales
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Erika Hansen
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Erika Hansen
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
(515) 720-2618
9 in this area
169 Total Sales
-
RG
Seller's Agent in 2015
Ryan Graves
Smart Avenue
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 612438
APN: 100-01591000000
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