NOT LISTED FOR SALE

217 E Thornton Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

Indianola Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $178,000 - $256,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
912 Sq Ft
$228/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 09, 2020

Last sale price $172,500 $189 Per Sq Ft

Est. 20% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,375/month

40 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Patio

About This Home

As of September 2020

Meticulously updated spacious ranch home sitting on nearly a half-acre lot with an invisible pet fence and extra deep 2 car garage! Home has 2 nice sized bedrooms featuring newly stained hardwood floors throughout the bedrooms and living room. New flooring has been installed in the kitchen and dining area.
The bathroom features a large cultured marble shower and the family room features a beautiful large picture window with unique metal shelving. In the basement, you'll find an additional finished room that can be used as a home office and large areas of storage space. This home has a nice open feel and is move-in ready! Priced right and won't last long. Get in before it's too late!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kenneth Kauzlarich

RE/MAX Precision Listed on: 07/22/2020

RE/MAX Precision

Last Buyer's Agent

Martha Lebron-Dykeman

BHHS First Realty Westown

BHHS First Realty Westown

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,427

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • 0.44 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 80x239
  • Property has an invisible fence for dogs
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Property is zoned R1-70

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 912 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Partial Basement
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01004476000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,427

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

0.44 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 180.81
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 189.14
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, Smoke Detector, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas, Eat In Kitchen, Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 912
  • Total Sq Ft: 912

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Storage Shed, Invisible Pet Fence, Open Patio, Partially Fenced Yard
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

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: 0.4390
  • Lot S F: 19120
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 80X239
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01004476000000
  • Zoning: R1-70

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: 3427.36
  • Net Taxes: 3198.36

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 27, 2019
Sold by
Housh Heather Alys and Rubert Heather Alys
Bought by
Housh Ryan D
Current Estimated Value
$207,753

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 18, 2010
Sold by
Federal National Mortgage Association
Bought by
Housh Ryan D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$76,800
Outstanding Balance
$50,978
Interest Rate
5.01%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$156,775

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 29, 2009
Sold by
Nationwide Advantage Mortgage Company
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 21, 2009
Sold by
Novak Anthony W
Bought by
Nationwide Advantage Mortgage Company

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 27, 2005
Sold by
Driesen Steve T and Driesen Michelle R
Bought by
Novak Todd

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$114,800
Interest Rate
5.93%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 14, 2000
Sold by
Sartwell Michael D and Sartwell Lauren G
Bought by
Driesen Steve T and Bailey Michelle R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$85,845
Interest Rate
8.31%
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
Housh Ryan D -- None Available
Housh Ryan D -- None Available
Federal National Mortgage Association $109,500 None Available
Nationwide Advantage Mortgage Company -- None Available
Novak Todd $114,500 --
Driesen Steve T $88,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Housh Ryan D $76,800
Previous Owner Novak Todd $114,800
Previous Owner Driesen Steve T $85,845
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/09/2020 09/09/20 Sold $172,500 +4.6% $189 / Sq Ft
08/31/2020 08/31/20 Pending -- -- --
07/22/2020 07/22/20 For Sale $164,900 -- $181 / 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 $3,648 $205,600 $46,000 $159,600
2024 $3,648 $185,400 $41,000 $144,400
2023 $3,582 $185,400 $41,000 $144,400
2022 $3,556 $152,000 $34,800 $117,200
2021 $3,074 $152,000 $34,800 $117,200
2020 $3,188 $131,800 $31,600 $100,200
2019 $2,986 $131,800 $31,600 $100,200
2018 $2,950 $119,600 $28,100 $91,500
2017 $2,710 $119,600 $28,100 $91,500
2016 $2,634 $108,700 $25,200 $83,500
2015 $2,634 $108,700 $25,200 $83,500
2014 $2,688 $109,900 $25,000 $84,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Kenneth Kauzlarich

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Kenneth Kauzlarich

    RE/MAX

    (515) 402-0769

    14 in this area

    673 Total Sales

    Kenneth Kauzlarich
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  • Martha Lebron-Dykeman

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Martha Lebron-Dykeman

    BHHS First Realty Westown

    (415) 254-3619

    1 in this area

    189 Total Sales

    Martha Lebron-Dykeman
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 610337

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-04476000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Indianola Hills

217 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA

Not Listed for Sale

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