NOT LISTED FOR SALE

212 Thornton Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

Watrous Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $193,107 - $215,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
1,104 Sq Ft
$183/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 19, 2023

Last sale price $250,000 $226 Per Sq Ft

Est. 19% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,413/month

95 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Wood Siding
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Wood Burning Fireplace

About This Home

As of May 2023

Updates beyond updates in this fully remodeled 4 bedroom, 2 bath ranch! You name it, it's been done. Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, gas stove, new cabinets, and tiled floors. Refinished hardwood floors with wood fireplace in the living room. Bedrooms have all new carpet and paint. Bathrooms have been fully remodeled with gorgeous tile showers, tile floors, and vanities. Roof is a couple years old. New HVAC, new water heater, new plumbing and new windows throughout the entire home. Lower level has been finished off with tile. Large outside storage shed goes perfectly with this home and acts as a garage to store all your tools and accessories. Too many extras to name for this home. Call and set up a showing today!

Last Listed By

Shane Torres

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 01/20/2023

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,269

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 8,674

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,104 Sq Ft Home
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Additional Features

  • Outdoor Storage
  • 8,674 Sq Ft Lot
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01001841002000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,269

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 226.36
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 226.45
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Wood
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1104
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 576
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1104
  • Total Sq Ft: 1104

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Storage Shed
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete

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: 0.1990
  • Lot S F: 8674
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01001841002000
  • 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: 3269.00
  • Net Taxes: 3269.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 23, 2021
Closed on
Sep 30, 2021
Sold by
Bidleman Natalie J and Bidleman Terry J
Bought by
7 Days Cash Llc
Seller's Agent
Shane Torres
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Andrew Bruellman
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$86,500
Sold Price
$86,500
Total Days on Market
95
Current Estimated Value
$201,777

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$115,277
Avg. Annual Appreciation
26.20%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 15, 2006
Sold by
Stimple Raymond R
Bought by
Stimple Natalie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$85,000
Interest Rate
6.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

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
7 Days Cash Llc $86,500 Abendroth Russell Barnett Law
Stimple Natalie -- Rels Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Barrios-Villarreal Edward $255,375
Closed 7 Days Cash Llc $69,200
Previous Owner Stimple Natalie $15,000
Previous Owner Stimple Natalie $85,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/19/2023 05/19/23 Sold $250,000 0.0% $226 / Sq Ft
04/25/2023 04/25/23 Pending -- -- --
03/14/2023 03/14/23 For Sale $249,900 0.0% $226 / Sq Ft
02/03/2023 02/03/23 Pending -- -- --
01/20/2023 01/20/23 For Sale $249,900 +188.9% $226 / Sq Ft
10/01/2021 10/01/21 Sold $86,500 0.0% $78 / Sq Ft
09/22/2021 09/22/21 Pending -- -- --
08/23/2021 08/23/21 For Sale $86,500 -- $78 / 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 $3,398 $172,700 $32,100 $140,600
2023 $3,024 $172,700 $32,100 $140,600
2022 $2,792 $128,300 $26,400 $101,900
2021 $2,792 $128,300 $26,400 $101,900
2020 $2,758 $115,200 $23,500 $91,700
2019 $2,506 $115,200 $23,500 $91,700
2018 $2,638 $101,800 $20,400 $81,400
2017 $2,452 $107,900 $20,400 $87,500
2016 $2,384 $99,200 $18,400 $80,800
2015 $2,384 $99,200 $18,400 $80,800
2014 $2,256 $97,000 $17,700 $79,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Shane Torres

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Shane Torres

    RE/MAX

    (515) 984-0222

    4 in this area

    687 Total Sales

    Shane Torres
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  • Andrew Bruellman

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023

    Andrew Bruellman

    RE/MAX

    (515) 320-3653

    2 in this area

    244 Total Sales

    Andrew Bruellman
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    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Taylor Voitel

    LPT Realty, LLC

    (515) 207-3757

    1 in this area

    90 Total Sales

    Taylor Voitel
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  • Gina Allen

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Gina Allen

    RE/MAX

    (515) 419-5009

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    43 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 666482

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-01841002000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Watrous Heights

212 Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 212 Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 20 January 2023 and is currently estimated at $201,777, approximately $182 per square foot. This property was built in 1954. 212 Thornton Ave 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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