NOT LISTED FOR SALE

222 Franklin Ave Des Moines, IA 50314

River Bend Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $158,000 - $185,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,165 Sq Ft
$146/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 14, 2022

Last sale price $158,000 $136 Per Sq Ft

Est. 8% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,186/month

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of June 2022

Darling, fully renovated 3BR home that has so many charming details throughout. Spacious living room opens to dining room space. Brand new kitchen (stainless dishwasher, stove, and microwave to be installed and included!) has nice space for dinette or desk. Full bath has open shelved linen closet. Full unfinished basement with new hot water heater. So much NEW: Exterior siding and front deck, interior paint, flooring, fixtures, kitchen, bath. Conveniently located in the River Bend area, walking distance to Birdland park. Finished 1/2 story makes a fantastic owners suite/3rd bedroom! 13 Mo HWA Platinum Home Warranty included!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Misty Darling

BH&G Real Estate Innovations Listed on: 04/15/2022

Last Buyer's Agent

Iesha Dooley

Epique Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,403

Year Built

  • Built in 1906

Lot Details

  • 7,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x150
  • Property is zoned N5

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,165 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Full Bathroom

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 08002288000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,403

Year Built

Built in 1906

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 128.67
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 135.62
  • Year Built: 1906
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Smoke Detector
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 833
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1165
  • Total Sq Ft: 1165

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

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: 0.1720
  • Lot S F: 7500
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 50X150
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 08002288000000
  • 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: 2402.77
  • Net Taxes: 2402.77
  • Tax Year: 2022

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 15, 2022
Closed on
Jun 14, 2022
Sold by
Excel Properties Llc
Bought by
Woods Jermaine and Hayes Jasmine
Seller's Agent
Misty Darling
BH&G Real Estate Innovations
Buyer's Agent
Iesha Dooley
Epique Realty
List Price
$149,900
Sold Price
$158,000
Premium/Discount to List
$8,100
5.4%
Total Days on Market
12
Current Estimated Value
$170,264

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$12,264
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.16%
Original Mortgage
$146,296
Outstanding Balance
$140,419
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$33,217

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 14, 2021
Closed on
Aug 2, 2021
Sold by
Sell Now Iowa Llc
Bought by
Excel Properties Llc
Seller's Agent
Mitch Coluzzi
Real Broker, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Misty Darling
BH&G Real Estate Innovations
List Price
$85,000
Sold Price
$80,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-5.88%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
120.64%
Original Mortgage
$108,075
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 2, 2021
Sold by
Ard Properties Llc
Bought by
Sell Now Lowa Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$139,878
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
Commercial

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 23, 2021
Sold by
Asher Stephanie M and Stochl Marilyn R
Bought by
Ard Properties Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 30, 2004
Sold by
Shineflew Kenneth D and Shineflew Kenneth David
Bought by
Asher Stephanie M and Stochl Marilyn R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$66,816
Interest Rate
6.4%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 17, 1999
Sold by
Trotter Darlene M
Bought by
Shineflew Kenneth David and Shineflew Estelle G
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
Woods Jermaine $158,000 None Listed On Document
Excel Properties Llc $80,000 None Available
Sell Now Lowa Llc $63,500 None Available
Ard Properties Llc $41,000 None Available
Asher Stephanie M $67,500 --
Shineflew Kenneth David $11,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Woods Jermaine $146,296
Previous Owner Excel Properties Llc $108,075
Previous Owner Coluzzi Construction Llc $139,878
Previous Owner Asher Stephanie M $75,210
Previous Owner Asher Stephanie M $66,816
Closed Woods Jermaine $146,296
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/14/2022 06/14/22 Sold $158,000 +5.4% $136 / Sq Ft
04/27/2022 04/27/22 Pending -- -- --
04/15/2022 04/15/22 For Sale $149,900 +87.4% $129 / Sq Ft
08/10/2021 08/10/21 Pending -- -- --
08/05/2021 08/05/21 Sold $80,000 -5.9% $69 / Sq Ft
06/14/2021 06/14/21 For Sale $85,000 -- $73 / 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 $2,840 $144,400 $14,300 $130,100
2023 $2,222 $144,400 $14,300 $130,100
2022 $2,206 $94,300 $11,900 $82,400
2021 $2,572 $94,300 $11,900 $82,400
2020 $2,753 $83,500 $10,400 $73,100
2019 $2,064 $83,500 $10,400 $73,100
2018 $2,044 $76,800 $9,400 $67,400
2017 $2,378 $76,800 $9,400 $67,400
2016 $1,936 $73,500 $8,800 $64,700
2015 $1,936 $73,500 $8,800 $64,700
2014 $1,836 $71,700 $8,500 $63,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Misty Darling

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Misty Darling

    BH&G Real Estate Innovations

    (515) 414-0059

    10 in this area

    1,908 Total Sales

    Misty Darling
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  • Iesha Dooley

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Iesha Dooley

    Epique Realty

    (515) 720-2376

    1 in this area

    34 Total Sales

    Iesha Dooley
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    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Mitch Coluzzi

    Real Broker, LLC

    (515) 518-1111

    7 in this area

    132 Total Sales

    Mitch Coluzzi
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 649714

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 080-02288000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50314 River Bend

222 Franklin Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 222 Franklin Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314 since 15 April 2022 and is currently estimated at $170,264, approximately $146 per square foot. This property was built in 1906. 222 Franklin Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Moulton Elementary School, Harding Middle School, and North High School.

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