NOT LISTED FOR SALE

222 Watson Ave Des Moines, IA 50313

Union Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $116,000 - $135,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
800 Sq Ft
$157/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 22, 2021

Last sale price $87,500 $109 Per Sq Ft

Est. 44% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $841/month

171 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Mud Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Bungalow
  • No HOA
  • Patio
  • Outdoor Storage

About This Home

As of March 2021

Looking for peace and privacy on a quiet street? Look no further! This home has so much to offer! This well maintained bungalow is centrally located for convenience to downtown, and easy access to I235 and I80. Home is a 1 bedroom, but has so much room to entertain! Open floor plan. Very large living room, and formal dining room to entertain guests. Oak kitchen with all appliances that stay. Main floor laundry including the washer and dryer that also stay. The amazing back yard is completely fenced with 2 lots. The Carport and storage shed is a great place to store the lawn and snow equipment. Large patio to enjoy in the Spring and Summer. Home also includes a detached garage and another carport in front. NFC Financing available. Don't miss out! Won't last long!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jeremy McMulin

RE/MAX Revolution Listed on: 10/02/2020

RE/MAX Revolution

Last Buyer's Agent

Brandy Laiblin

RE/MAX Revolution

RE/MAX Revolution

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,346

Year Built

  • Built in 1917

Lot Details

  • 6,600 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x132
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Wood Fence
  • Property is zoned R1-60

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Cement Board or Planked

Interior Spaces

  • 800 Sq Ft Home
  • Mud Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Carport
  • Gravel 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 07004497000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,346

Year Built

Built in 1917

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 109.38
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 109.38
  • Year Built: 1917
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished, Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 248
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: None
  • Other Rooms: Mud Room
  • Included Items: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 800
  • Total Sq Ft: 800

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Cement Board, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Storage Shed, Fully Fenced Yard, Open Patio
  • Fence Type: Wood
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel
  • Garage: 1 Detached, Carport

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: 0.1520
  • Lot S F: 6600
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 50X132
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 07004497000000
  • Zoning: R1-60

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: 1346.00
  • Net Taxes: 1346.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 2, 2020
Closed on
Mar 21, 2021
Sold by
Spivey Gloria Rechelle and Estate Of Burdette Wayne Kelse
Bought by
Patton Tori R
Seller's Agent
Jeremy McMulin
RE/MAX Revolution
Buyer's Agent
Brandy Laiblin
RE/MAX Revolution
List Price
$90,000
Sold Price
$87,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,500
-2.78%
Total Days on Market
171
Current Estimated Value
$125,945

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$38,445
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.16%
Original Mortgage
$80,275
Outstanding Balance
$73,362
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$48,393
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
Patton Tori R $84,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Patton Tori R $80,275
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/22/2021 03/22/21 Sold $87,500 -2.8% $109 / Sq Ft
03/22/2021 03/22/21 Pending -- -- --
10/02/2020 10/02/20 For Sale $90,000 -- $113 / 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 $1,642 $83,500 $14,400 $69,100
2023 $1,636 $83,500 $14,400 $69,100
2022 $1,624 $69,400 $12,600 $56,800
2021 $1,300 $69,400 $12,600 $56,800
2020 $1,346 $60,700 $11,000 $49,700
2019 $1,208 $60,700 $11,000 $49,700
2018 $1,192 $53,500 $9,500 $44,000
2017 $1,190 $53,500 $9,500 $44,000
2016 $1,154 $52,500 $9,300 $43,200
2015 $1,154 $52,500 $9,300 $43,200
2014 $1,232 $57,000 $10,000 $47,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Jeremy McMulin

    RE/MAX

    3 in this area

    36 Total Sales

    Jeremy McMulin
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  • Brandy Laiblin

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Brandy Laiblin

    RE/MAX

    (515) 290-2298

    2 in this area

    148 Total Sales

    Brandy Laiblin
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 615256

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 070-04497000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50313 Union Park

222 Watson Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 222 Watson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313 since 02 October 2020 and is currently estimated at $125,945, approximately $157 per square foot. This property was built in 1917. 222 Watson Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Findley Elementary School, Harding Middle School, and North High School.

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