NOT LISTED FOR SALE

205 Thornton Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

Watrous Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $187,000 - $201,428

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,217 Sq Ft
$158/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 27, 2015

Last sale price $121,500 $100 Per Sq Ft

Est. 59% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,359/month

112 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.43 Acre Lot
  • No HOA
  • Shades
  • Ranch Style House
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen

About This Home

As of May 2015

Three Car Garage, Updated Ranch, Double Lot!!! What a great value in a great location. The home was totally updated over the past several years. Mechanicals are 10 years old along with the roof and updated windows that tilt for easy cleaning. The eat-in kitchen is large and includes all appliances plus large dining room or gathering room. A third bedroom is possible using the T.V. room with closet plus a main floor laundry. A large deck wraps around the back and side of the home and gives a great place for grilling or relaxing overlooking the landscaping. The home is covered by a 1 year home warranty with HSA.

Last Listed By

Joan Axtell

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 02/04/2015

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,470

Year Built

  • Built in 1913

Lot Details

  • 0.43 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 106 x 175
  • Property is zoned R1-60

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,217 Sq Ft Home
  • Shades
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01003076009000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,470

Year Built

Built in 1913

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 103.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 100.00
  • Year Built: 1913
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Security System, Shades/Shutters, Smoke Detector, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 701
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen, Formal Dining Rm
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1217
  • Total Sq Ft: 1217

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Frame, Metal Siding
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak, Paint, Pine

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Garage: 3 Detached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.4260
  • Qualifier Acres: More or Less
  • Lot S F: 18550
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 106 x 175
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01003076009000
  • 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: 2470.00
  • Net Taxes: 2242.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 205THORNTONAVEPOLKDESMOINE50315

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 4, 2015
Closed on
May 26, 2015
Sold by
Holder Joann D
Bought by
Guzman Daniel Jesus
Seller's Agent
Joan Axtell
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Andrew Grinvalds
Nectr Realty
List Price
$130,000
Sold Price
$121,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,500
-6.54%
Total Days on Market
112
Current Estimated Value
$192,857

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$71,357
Original Mortgage
$109,350
Outstanding Balance
$86,937
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 26, 2015
Sold by
Holder Joann D and Holder Jimmy D
Bought by
Holder Joann D

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
Guzman Daniel Jesus $121,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Guzman Daniel Jesus $109,350
Closed Guzman Daniel Jesus $10,510
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/27/2015 05/27/15 Sold $121,500 -6.5% $100 / Sq Ft
05/27/2015 05/27/15 Pending -- -- --
02/04/2015 02/04/15 For Sale $130,000 -- $107 / 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 $3,354 $170,500 $37,900 $132,600
2023 $3,308 $170,500 $37,900 $132,600
2022 $3,284 $140,400 $32,800 $107,600
2021 $3,110 $140,400 $32,800 $107,600
2020 $3,230 $124,600 $29,200 $95,400
2019 $2,884 $124,600 $29,200 $95,400
2018 $2,854 $107,300 $25,000 $82,300
2017 $2,692 $107,300 $25,000 $82,300
2016 $2,622 $99,500 $22,900 $76,600
2015 $2,622 $99,500 $22,900 $76,600
2014 $2,334 $99,900 $22,600 $77,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Joan Axtell

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Joan Axtell

    RE/MAX

    (515) 314-2510

    51 Total Sales

    Joan Axtell
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    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Andrew Grinvalds

    Nectr Realty

    (515) 447-2723

    1 in this area

    6 Total Sales

    Andrew Grinvalds
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 448348

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-03076009000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Watrous Heights

205 Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 205 Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 04 February 2015 and is currently estimated at $192,857, approximately $158 per square foot. This property was built in 1913. 205 Thornton 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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