$247,500
SOLD JAN 22, 2025

2221 Locust St West Des Moines, IA 50265

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,152 Sq Ft
7,038 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$215 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Valley High School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2-minute walk to Fairmeadows Park

About This Home

As of January 2025

This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom ranch home in West Des Moines (WDM) is a true gem! Tucked away in a convenient location, this home has seen several updates in recent years, including a new roof, fresh exterior paint, and updated interior paint. The bathroom features a walk-in shower with handicap accessible features, as well as a deck with similar accessibility features. The two-car detached garage offers protection from the elements, keeping your cars safe and warm during the winter months. Plus, the fully fenced yard adds both privacy and security. It's a perfect blend of comfort and practicality! All information obtained from Seller and public records.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bonnie Christensen

RE/MAX Precision Listed on: 12/06/2024

RE/MAX Precision

Last Buyer's Agent

Timothy Lucken

Real Broker, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,600

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 7,038 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Property is zoned R1

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,152 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Dining Area
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Accessible Home Design

  • Handicap Shower
  • Accessible Ramps

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 32001775000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,600

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Architecture: Traditional
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 216.15
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 214.84
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Hardwood Floors, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1152
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Handicap Features: Ramp, Shower
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1152
  • Total Sq Ft: 1152

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fully Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Chain Link
  • Foundation: Block
  • 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

Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1620
  • Lot S F: 7038
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 32001775000000
  • Zoning: R1

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: 3600.00
  • Net Taxes: 3600.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 6, 2024
Closed on
Jan 20, 2025
Sold by
An Properties Llc
Bought by
Davis Samuel
Seller's Agent
Bonnie Christensen
RE/MAX Precision
Buyer's Agent
Timothy Lucken
Real Broker, LLC
List Price
$249,000
Sold Price
$247,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,500
-0.6%
Total Days on Market
14
Views
58
Current Estimated Value
$248,855

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,355
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.41%
Original Mortgage
$252,371
Outstanding Balance
$251,922
Interest Rate
6.6%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
-$3,067

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 28, 2023
Sold by
Fiscus Noel W and Fiscus Amanda D
Bought by
Amanda D Fiscus Living Trust and Fiscus

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 24, 2022
Sold by
Albert Maynes Steven
Bought by
An Properties Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$168,000
Interest Rate
5.51%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 9, 2022
Sold by
Elizabeth Anne Grist Living Trust
Bought by
Maynes Steven Albert

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 16, 2021
Sold by
Anne Grist Elizabeth
Bought by
Elizabeth Anne Grist Living Trust
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $247,500 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $247,500 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $210,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $179,000 None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- Stettler Casey B
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $252,371 VA
Closed $252,371 VA
Previous Owner $168,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $120,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $168,475 Unknown
Previous Owner $52,372 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/22/2025 01/22/25 Sold $247,500 -0.6% $215 / Sq Ft
12/20/2024 12/20/24 Pending -- -- --
12/19/2024 12/19/24 For Sale $249,000 0.0% $216 / Sq Ft
12/17/2024 12/17/24 Pending -- -- --
12/06/2024 12/06/24 For Sale $249,000 -- $216 / 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 $3,600 $227,100 $59,300 $167,800
2023 $3,586 $227,100 $59,300 $167,800
2022 $3,372 $185,700 $50,200 $135,500
2021 $3,346 $185,700 $50,200 $135,500
2020 $3,290 $175,400 $47,400 $128,000
2019 $3,042 $175,400 $47,400 $128,000
2018 $3,044 $157,000 $41,500 $115,500
2017 $2,840 $157,000 $41,500 $115,500
2016 $2,740 $142,900 $37,300 $105,600
2015 $2,740 $141,200 $37,300 $103,900
2014 $2,644 $139,300 $36,100 $103,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 708686

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 320-01775000000