NOT LISTED FOR SALE

205 Hillside Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

Indianola Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $158,000 - $231,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,356 Sq Ft
$135/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 12, 2018

Last sale price $47,500 $35 Per Sq Ft

Est. 286% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,193/month

32 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.48 Acre Lot
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating System

About This Home

As of January 2018

This house has great potential and it would be a great starter home for buyer who is looking to build equity or ideal for an investor looking to start owning some income properties. Cute 1 1/2 story home with lots of potential! One bedroom on the main level and a very large bedroom on the top floor. NFC financing is a terrific option. Check with Neighborhood Finance Corporation for details. Property includes lot to the west. Super convenient location just south of downtown Des Moines, in established neighborhood just minutes from downtown, easy access to Riverpoint business park, Principal Park, restaurants, etc. This is a Fannie Mae HomePath property. Visit the HomePath website for additional details on this home and others offered by Fannie Mae.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marlea DePenning

BHHS First Realty Westown Listed on: 12/11/2017

BHHS First Realty Westown

Co-Listed By

Wayne DePenning

BHHS First Realty Westown

Last Buyer's Agent

Marlea DePenning

BHHS First Realty Westown Listed on: 12/11/2017

BHHS First Realty Westown

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1922

Lot Details

  • 0.48 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned R1-60

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,356 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Unfinished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 02001918000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1922

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 35.03
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 35.03
  • Year Built: 1922
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 812
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1356
  • Total Sq Ft: 1356

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Frame
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: 1 Detached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: None
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.4810
  • Lot S F: 20964
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 02001918000000
  • Zoning: R1-60

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: 2540.00
  • Net Taxes: 2540.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 11, 2017
Closed on
Jan 9, 2018
Sold by
Fannie Mae
Bought by
Dittmer Sheila
Seller's Agent
Marlea DePenning
BHHS First Realty Westown
Buyer's Agent
Marlea DePenning
BHHS First Realty Westown
List Price
$47,500
Sold Price
$47,500
Total Days on Market
32
Current Estimated Value
$183,235

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$135,735
Avg. Annual Appreciation
19.85%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 17, 2002
Sold by
Wiezorek John R
Bought by
Howell Patricia J and Wiezorek Patricia J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 11, 2000
Sold by
Cochran Mary F
Bought by
Howell Patricia J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$79,055
Interest Rate
8.03%
Source: Public Records

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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
Dittmer Sheila $47,500 Servicelink Llc
Howell Patricia J -- --
Howell Patricia J $81,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Howell Patricia J $79,055
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/12/2018 01/12/18 Sold $47,500 0.0% $35 / Sq Ft
01/12/2018 01/12/18 Pending -- -- --
12/11/2017 12/11/17 For Sale $47,500 -- $35 / 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 $2,646 $145,000 $22,700 $122,300
2023 $2,520 $145,000 $22,700 $122,300
2022 $2,498 $115,800 $18,900 $96,900
2021 $2,982 $115,800 $18,900 $96,900
2020 $3,092 $128,100 $18,200 $109,900
2019 $2,840 $128,100 $18,200 $109,900
2018 $2,806 $114,200 $16,000 $98,200
2017 $2,897 $114,200 $16,000 $98,200
2016 $2,468 $102,400 $14,300 $88,100
2015 $2,468 $102,400 $14,300 $88,100
2014 $2,394 $102,400 $14,200 $88,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • M

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Marlea DePenning

    BHHS First Realty Westown

    (515) 314-3325

    46 Total Sales

    Marlea DePenning
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  • Wayne DePenning

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018

    Wayne DePenning

    BHHS First Realty Westown

    (515) 669-2453

    1 in this area

    75 Total Sales

    Wayne DePenning
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 552177

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 020-01918000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Indianola Hills

205 Hillside Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 205 Hillside Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 11 December 2017 and is currently estimated at $183,235, approximately $135 per square foot. This property was built in 1922. 205 Hillside Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Park Avenue Elementary School, Brody Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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