$245,000
SOLD JAN 23, 2026

2218 E Caulder Ct Des Moines, IA 50320

River Woods Neighborhood
3 Beds
2 Baths
992 Sq Ft
10,367 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: January 23, 2026

$247 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

27 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Covered Deck
  • No HOA
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of January 2026

This home is a 4 level split with three bedrooms (2 non conforming bedrooms) and 2 bathrooms. The family room has a wood burning fireplace. The front room can be used as either a formal dining room or living room and has an eat in kitchen. Fully fenced in back yard with deck and oversized 2 car garage. New roof, sewer line, updated windows and radon mitigation system in place.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joe Hand

Keller Williams Realty GDM Listed on: 11/21/2025

Keller Williams Realty GDM

Last Buyer's Agent

Austin Postier

RE/MAX Results

RE/MAX Results

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,468

Year Built

  • Built in 1988

Lot Details

  • 10,350 Sq Ft Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Wood Fence
  • Pie Shaped Lot

Home Design

  • Split Level Home
  • Poured Concrete
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Cement Board or Planked

Interior Spaces

  • 992 Sq Ft Home
  • Central Vacuum
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Includes Fireplace Accessories
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • Covered Deck
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01005983225000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,468

Year Built

Built in 1988

Lot Details

10,350 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Split Level
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 257.06
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 246.98
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1988
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Wood
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Central Vac, Drapes/Curtains, Fire Alarm, Fireplace Equipment, Hardwood Floors, Laminate Floors, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas, Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: Lower Level
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 992
  • Total Sq Ft: 992

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Cement Board
  • Exterior Features: Covered Deck, Fully Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete, Cul-de-sac
  • 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: 0.2380
  • Lot S F: 10350
  • Lot Shape: Pie
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01005983225000
  • Zoning: R

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: 4468.00
  • Net Taxes: 4468.00
  • Tax Year: 2026

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 21, 2025
Closed on
Jan 22, 2026
Sold by
Foss Tyler A and Valentine Nadia E
Bought by
Beattie Brandon
Seller's Agent
Joe Hand
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Buyer's Agent
Austin Postier
RE/MAX Results
List Price
$255,000
Sold Price
$245,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-3.92%
Views
1066

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.81%
Original Mortgage
$199,430
Outstanding Balance
$199,430
Interest Rate
6.22%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$48,073

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 16, 2019
Closed on
Apr 24, 2019
Sold by
Benson Chad M and Benson Heidi L
Bought by
Foss Tyler A and Valentine Nadia E
Seller's Agent
Becky Denning
Realty ONE Group Impact
Buyer's Agent
Joe Hand
Keller Williams Realty GDM
List Price
$178,000
Sold Price
$178,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.85%
Original Mortgage
$142,400
Interest Rate
4.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 18, 2016
Closed on
May 9, 2016
Sold by
Borges Ismael and Borges Victoria
Bought by
Benson Chad M and Benson Heidi L
Seller's Agent
Joana Guzman
RE/MAX Revolution
Buyer's Agent
Collin Fett
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
List Price
$150,000
Sold Price
$145,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-3.33%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.17%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 25, 2010
Sold by
Daher Reda M and Daher Pegah V
Bought by
Borges Ismael

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$122,253
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 3, 2008
Sold by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
Bought by
Daher Reda M and Daher Pegah V

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 20, 2007
Sold by
Barker David G and Barker Ruth A
Bought by
Bank Of America Na

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 21, 2007
Sold by
Bank Of America Na
Bought by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 1, 2005
Sold by
Miller Gerald T and Miller Jennifer L
Bought by
Barker David G and Barker Ruth A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 18, 2003
Sold by
Barker David G and Barker Ruth A
Bought by
Miller Gerald T and Miller Jennifer L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$139,000
Interest Rate
11%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 2, 2001
Sold by
Barker David G and Barker Ruth A
Bought by
Norwood Anderson

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$116,100
Interest Rate
6.8%
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $245,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $178,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $145,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $123,500 None Available
Special Warranty Deed -- None Available
Sheriffs Deed $119,823 None Available
Corporate Deed $119,823 None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Contract Of Sale $142,500 --
Contract Of Sale $139,000 --
Warranty Deed $128,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $199,430 FHA
Previous Owner $142,400 New Conventional
Previous Owner $122,253 FHA
Previous Owner $139,000 Seller Take Back
Previous Owner $116,100 No Value Available
Previous Owner $126,100 Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
01/23/2026 01/23/26 Sold $245,000 -3.9% $247 / Sq Ft
12/18/2025 12/18/25 Pending -- -- --
11/21/2025 11/21/25 For Sale $255,000 +43.3% $257 / Sq Ft
04/26/2019 04/26/19 Sold $178,000 0.0% $179 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/26/2019 04/26/19 Pending -- -- --
03/16/2019 03/16/19 For Sale $178,000 +22.8% $179 / Sq Ft
05/10/2016 05/10/16 Sold $145,000 -3.3% $146 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/10/2016 05/10/16 Pending -- -- --
02/18/2016 02/18/16 For Sale $150,000 -- $151 / 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 $4,380 $241,900 $63,300 $178,600
2024 $4,380 $222,600 $57,400 $165,200
2023 $4,136 $222,600 $57,400 $165,200
2022 $4,104 $175,500 $46,700 $128,800
2021 $4,092 $175,500 $46,700 $128,800
2020 $4,252 $164,000 $43,600 $120,400
2019 $3,572 $164,000 $43,600 $120,400
2018 $3,530 $141,400 $36,800 $104,600
2017 $3,316 $141,400 $36,800 $104,600
2016 $3,454 $131,100 $22,600 $108,500
2015 $3,454 $131,100 $22,600 $108,500
2014 $3,486 $131,200 $22,600 $108,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Joe Hand

    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Joe Hand

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    (515) 729-4886

    1 in this area

    64 Total Sales

    Joe Hand
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  • Austin Postier

    Buyer's Agent in 2026

    Austin Postier

    RE/MAX Results

    (515) 689-0684

    3 in this area

    139 Total Sales

    Austin Postier
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  • Becky Denning

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Becky Denning

    Realty ONE Group Impact

    (515) 681-2215

    9 Total Sales

    Becky Denning
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  • Joana Guzman

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Joana Guzman

    RE/MAX

    1 in this area

    41 Total Sales

    Joana Guzman
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  • Collin Fett

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Collin Fett

    RE/MAX

    (515) 329-4011

    119 Total Sales

    Collin Fett
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 730872

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-05983225000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50320 River Woods

2218 E Caulder Ct, Des Moines, IA

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