NOT LISTED FOR SALE

214 Bell Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

Indianola Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $147,000 - $176,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
824 Sq Ft
$197/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: August 29, 2025

Last sale price $167,122 $203 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,043 / mo

262 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Dining Area
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Wood Burning Fireplace

About This Home

As of August 2025

This home has many updates and is a remolded home. Featuring a brand-new roof, gutters, floors, and appliances, this move-in-ready property offers a comfortable living space with room for both a dining area and a cozy living room. Step outside to enjoy the backyard, and don't forget to check out the two-car garage. This property is SOLD AS IS, inspection for buyer knowledge only.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Laura Velazquez

Keller Williams Realty GDM Listed on: 10/28/2024

Keller Williams Realty GDM

Last Buyer's Agent

Dustin Schutte

RE/MAX Revolution

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,221

Year Built

  • Built in 1882

Lot Details

  • 8,100 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60x135
  • Property is zoned N5

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Poured Concrete
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 824 Sq Ft Home
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01002663001000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,221

Year Built

Built in 1882

Lot Details

8,100 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 212.38
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 202.82
  • Year Built: 1882
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Wood
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 824
  • Total Sq Ft: 824

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Covered Patio
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Detached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1860
  • Lot S F: 8100
  • Lot Size: 60X135
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01002663001000
  • Zoning: N5

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: 2221.00
  • Net Taxes: 2221.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 28, 2024
Closed on
Aug 28, 2025
Sold by
Velazquez Investment Properties Llc
Bought by
Allen Briton
Seller's Agent
Laura Velazquez
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Buyer's Agent
Dustin Schutte
RE/MAX Revolution
List Price
$190,000
Sold Price
$167,123
Premium/Discount to List
-$22,878
-12.04%
Views
181
Current Estimated Value
$162,632

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$4,491
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.61%
Original Mortgage
$150,410
Outstanding Balance
$150,410
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$12,222

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 28, 2024
Closed on
Aug 16, 2024
Sold by
Naig Real Estate Llc
Bought by
Velazquez Investment Properties Llc
Seller's Agent
Christopher Foster
Weichert, Realtors - The 515 Agency
Buyer's Agent
Laura Velazquez
Keller Williams Realty GDM
List Price
$129,983
Sold Price
$115,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,983
-11.53%
Views
613

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
43.25%
Original Mortgage
$139,250
Interest Rate
6.95%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 17, 2024
Sold by
Huffman Robert L and Huffman Sharon K
Bought by
Naig Real Estate Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$80,000
Interest Rate
6.82%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 7, 2013
Closed on
Aug 15, 2013
Sold by
Boyd Michael J and Boyd Lois
Bought by
Huffman Robert L and Huffman Sharon K
Seller's Agent
Zac Bales-Henry
Black Phoenix Group
Buyer's Agent
Julie Fogue
Realty ONE Group Impact
List Price
$70,000
Sold Price
$65,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-7.14%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.43%
Original Mortgage
$65,000
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 13, 1999
Sold by
Boyd Clifford C and Boyd Florence V
Bought by
Boyd Clifford C and Boyd Florence
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

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Allen Briton $167,500 None Listed On Document
Allen Briton $167,500 None Listed On Document
Velazquez Investment Properties Llc $115,000 None Listed On Document
Naig Real Estate Llc $80,000 None Listed On Document
Huffman Robert L $65,000 None Available
Boyd Clifford C -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Allen Briton $150,410
Closed Allen Briton $150,410
Previous Owner Velazquez Investment Properties Llc $139,250
Previous Owner Naig Real Estate Llc $80,000
Previous Owner Huffman Robert L $65,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/29/2025 08/29/25 Sold $167,123 -4.5% $203 / Sq Ft
07/17/2025 07/17/25 Pending -- -- --
07/07/2025 07/07/25 Price Changed $175,000 -2.8% $212 / Sq Ft
04/07/2025 04/07/25 Price Changed $180,000 -2.7% $218 / Sq Ft
02/27/2025 02/27/25 Price Changed $185,000 -2.6% $225 / Sq Ft
01/24/2025 01/24/25 Price Changed $190,000 0.0% $231 / Sq Ft
01/24/2025 01/24/25 For Sale $190,000 +13.7% $231 / Sq Ft
11/25/2024 11/25/24 Off Market $167,123 -- --
11/07/2024 11/07/24 Price Changed $183,000 -6.2% $222 / Sq Ft
10/28/2024 10/28/24 For Sale $195,000 +69.6% $237 / Sq Ft
08/16/2024 08/16/24 Sold $115,000 -9.8% $140 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/18/2024 07/18/24 Pending -- -- --
07/08/2024 07/08/24 Price Changed $127,500 -1.9% $155 / Sq Ft
06/28/2024 06/28/24 For Sale $129,983 +100.0% $158 / Sq Ft
08/16/2013 08/16/13 Sold $65,000 -7.1% $79 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/16/2013 08/16/13 Pending -- -- --
03/07/2013 03/07/13 For Sale $70,000 -- $85 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

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
2025 -- $136,100 $35,900 $100,200
2024 -- $112,900 $31,600 $81,300
2023 $1,546 $112,900 $31,600 $81,300
2022 $0 $89,000 $26,000 $63,000
2021 $0 $89,000 $26,000 $63,000
2020 $0 $78,600 $23,100 $55,500
2019 $1,546 $78,600 $23,100 $55,500
2018 $1,506 $69,300 $20,100 $49,200
2017 $1,518 $69,300 $20,100 $49,200
2016 $1,470 $68,600 $18,200 $50,400
2015 $1,470 $68,600 $18,200 $50,400
2014 $1,358 $66,400 $17,400 $49,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • L

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Laura Velazquez

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    (515) 265-7200

    4 in this area

    33 Total Sales

    Laura Velazquez
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  • Dustin Schutte

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Dustin Schutte

    RE/MAX

    (515) 556-8180

    3 in this area

    150 Total Sales

    Dustin Schutte
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  • Christopher Foster

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Christopher Foster

    Weichert, Realtors - The 515 Agency

    (641) 891-8178

    3 in this area

    84 Total Sales

    Christopher Foster
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  • Zac Bales-Henry

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Zac Bales-Henry

    Black Phoenix Group

    (515) 494-7772

    3 in this area

    108 Total Sales

    Zac Bales-Henry
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  • Travis Moulton

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2013

    Travis Moulton

    RE/MAX

    (515) 494-1066

    3 Total Sales

    Travis Moulton
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  • J

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Julie Fogue

    Realty ONE Group Impact

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 706581

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-02663001000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Indianola Hills

214 Bell Ave, Des Moines, IA

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