NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2117 Capitol Ave Des Moines, IA 50317

Fairground Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $122,000 - $139,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
835 Sq Ft
$156/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 10, 2013

Last sale price $34,500 $41 Per Sq Ft

Est. 277% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $845/month

95 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Street paved with bricks
  • Bungalow

About This Home

As of May 2013

Cute Eastside bungalow waiting for your finishing touches. Enclosed front porch, hardwood under carpet, appliances stay including washer/dryer. Also seller is including mower and snow blower. Maintenance free steel siding, new furnace and hot water heater in 09, new sewer line from street in 2012. Shared driveway in front and alley access to garage in back. Needs some TLC. Call for a showing today.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jeanie Jones

RE/MAX Real Estate Group Listed on: 02/04/2013

Co-Listed By

Mike De Moss

RE/MAX Real Estate Group

Last Buyer's Agent

Roberta McAfee

McAfee Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 5,920 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 40 x 148
  • Street paved with bricks
  • Property is zoned R1-60

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 835 Sq Ft Home
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 04006265000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 47.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 41.00
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Hardwood Floors, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 397
  • Included Items: Microwave, Refrigerator, See Remarks, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 835
  • Total Sq Ft: 835

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 1 Detached

Utilities

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

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1360
  • Qualifier Acres: More or Less
  • Lot S F: 5920
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 40 x 148
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 04006265000000
  • 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: 1290.00
  • Net Taxes: 790.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2117CAPITOLAVEPOLKDESMOINE50317
  • Tax Year: 2013

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 14, 2016
Sold by
Wwrd Holdings Llc
Bought by
Smith Roy D and Smith Lauretta L
Total Days on Market
95
Current Estimated Value
$130,108

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$12,780
Outstanding Balance
$5,929
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Estimated Equity
$136,627

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 4, 2013
Closed on
May 22, 2013
Sold by
Bls Investments Llc
Bought by
Wward Holdings Llc
Seller's Agent
Jeanie Jones
RE/MAX Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
Roberta McAfee
McAfee Realty
List Price
$49,000
Sold Price
$34,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,500
-29.59%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.45%
Original Mortgage
$93,075
Interest Rate
3.83%
Mortgage Type
Commercial

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 4, 2013
Closed on
May 7, 2013
Sold by
Carpenter Sandra S and Carpenter Sandra
Bought by
Bls Investments Llc
Seller's Agent
Jeanie Jones
RE/MAX Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
Roberta McAfee
McAfee Realty
List Price
$49,000
Sold Price
$34,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,500
-29.59%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$93,075
Interest Rate
3.83%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
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
Smith Roy D $64,000 None Available
Wward Holdings Llc -- None Available
Bls Investments Llc $34,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Smith Roy D $12,780
Open Smith Roy D $51,120
Previous Owner Wwrd Holding Llc $93,075
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/10/2013 05/10/13 Sold $34,500 -29.6% $41 / Sq Ft
05/10/2013 05/10/13 Pending -- -- --
02/04/2013 02/04/13 For Sale $49,000 -- $59 / 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 $1,408 $89,100 $20,200 $68,900
2023 $1,448 $89,100 $20,200 $68,900
2022 $1,434 $70,300 $16,600 $53,700
2021 $1,310 $70,300 $16,600 $53,700
2020 $1,356 $61,100 $14,500 $46,600
2019 $1,204 $61,100 $14,500 $46,600
2018 $1,186 $53,300 $12,500 $40,800
2017 $1,114 $53,300 $12,500 $40,800
2016 $1,310 $49,700 $11,600 $38,100
2015 $1,310 $49,700 $11,600 $38,100
2014 $1,366 $51,400 $11,900 $39,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Jeanie Jones

    RE/MAX Real Estate Group

  • M

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2013

    Mike De Moss

    RE/MAX Real Estate Group

  • R

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Roberta McAfee

    McAfee Realty

    (515) 251-4570

    2 in this area

    34 Total Sales

    Roberta McAfee
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 412241

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 040-06265000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50317 Fairground

2117 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 2117 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317 since 04 February 2013 and is currently estimated at $130,108, approximately $155 per square foot. This property was built in 1920. 2117 Capitol Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Capitol View Elementary School, Hiatt Middle School, and East High School.

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