NOT LISTED FOR SALE

205 Philip St Des Moines, IA 50315

Watrous Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $140,110 - $152,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
720 Sq Ft
$203/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 15, 2019

Last sale price $48,000 $67 Per Sq Ft

Est. 204% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,003/month

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.41 Acre Lot
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Ranch Style House
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Carpet

About This Home

As of April 2019

24 hour sale - sold in "AS IS" condition.

Last Listed By

Tom Jarshaw

Larry Sly RealEstate Advantage Listed on: 04/01/2019

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 0.41 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60x300

Parking

  • Gravel Driveway

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 720 Sq Ft Home
  • Carpet
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 12004944000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 76.39
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 66.67
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 720
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Included Items: Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 720
  • Total Sq Ft: 720

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.4130
  • Lot S F: 18000
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 60X300
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 12004944000000
  • 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: 2040.00
  • Net Taxes: 2040.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 1, 2019
Closed on
Apr 10, 2019
Sold by
Mcdonald Thomas J and Mcdonald Julie A
Bought by
Kruger Curt A
Seller's Agent
Tom Jarshaw
Larry Sly RealEstate Advantage
Buyer's Agent
Tom Jarshaw
Larry Sly RealEstate Advantage
List Price
$55,000
Sold Price
$48,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,000
-12.73%
Total Days on Market
14
Current Estimated Value
$146,028

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$98,028
Avg. Annual Appreciation
20.01%

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
Kruger Curt A $48,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Kruger Curt A $27,176
Previous Owner Mcdonald Thomas J $20,000
Previous Owner Mcdonald Thomas J $30,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/15/2019 04/15/19 Sold $48,000 -12.7% $67 / Sq Ft
04/15/2019 04/15/19 Pending -- -- --
04/01/2019 04/01/19 For Sale $55,000 -- $76 / 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 $2,324 $118,100 $38,600 $79,500
2023 $2,272 $118,100 $38,600 $79,500
2022 $2,254 $96,400 $31,800 $64,600
2021 $2,394 $96,400 $31,800 $64,600
2020 $2,234 $86,200 $29,700 $56,500
2019 $2,062 $86,200 $29,700 $56,500
2018 $2,040 $76,700 $26,000 $50,700
2017 $2,194 $76,700 $26,000 $50,700
2016 $2,138 $81,100 $24,100 $57,000
2015 $2,138 $81,100 $24,100 $57,000
2014 $2,122 $82,900 $24,200 $58,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Tom Jarshaw

    Larry Sly RealEstate Advantage

    (515) 771-2516

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 578934

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 120-04944000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Watrous Heights

205 Philip St, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 205 Philip St, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 01 April 2019 and is currently estimated at $146,028, approximately $202 per square foot. This property was built in 1955. 205 Philip St is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including South Union Elementary School, Brody Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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