NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2225 Locust St West Des Moines, IA 50265

Estimated Value: $273,000 - $300,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,320 Sq Ft
$220/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 24, 2021

Last sale price $265,111 $201 Per Sq Ft

Est. 10% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,981/month

45 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of August 2021

Prime West Des Moines location 3 bed/ 2 bath ranch home! 3 bedrooms + 1 full bath on the main floor, with updated kitchen, living room, sunken family room/sitting area and fresh exterior paint! The lower level features another family room, non conforming 4th bedroom, 3/4 bath w/ tiled shower + laundry. The private back yard makes it a great spot for entertaining friends and family on these summer days! Schedule a showing today to see all this home has to offer!!

Last Listed By

Ashley Carter

RE/MAX Real Estate Center Listed on: 07/10/2021

RE/MAX Real Estate Center

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,753

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 9,491

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 1,320 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Electric Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Dining Area
  • Basement Window Egress
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • 9,491 Sq Ft Lot
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 32001776000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,753

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 193.11
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 200.84
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Electric, Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Laminate Floors, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Egress Windows, Partial Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1128
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 600
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1320
  • Total Sq Ft: 1320

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak

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: 0.2180
  • Lot S F: 9491
  • Lot Size: 65
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 32001776000000
  • Zoning: R-1

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: 3753.01
  • Net Taxes: 3753.01

MLS Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 10, 2021
Closed on
Aug 19, 2021
Sold by
Milligan Matthew R
Bought by
Combs Caitlin Danielle
Seller's Agent
Ashley Carter
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Buyer's Agent
Dennis Combs
Network Realty
List Price
$254,900
Sold Price
$265,111
Premium/Discount to List
$10,211
4.01%
Total Days on Market
45
Current Estimated Value
$290,769

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$25,658
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.60%
Original Mortgage
$257,157
Outstanding Balance
$237,535
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$54,183

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 6, 2017
Sold by
Lewis Clayton R and Lewis Darcie L
Bought by
Milligan Mathew R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$164,900
Interest Rate
4.08%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 23, 2006
Sold by
Blecher Patricia Ann
Bought by
Lewis Clayton R and Lewis Darcie L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$29,800
Interest Rate
6.7%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 8, 1997
Sold by
Blecher Margaret L
Bought by
Blecher Patricia Ann

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$85,500
Interest Rate
7.58%

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Combs Caitlin Danielle $265,500 None Available
Milligan Mathew R $194,000 None Available
Lewis Clayton R $148,500 Itc
Blecher Patricia Ann $89,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Combs Caitlin Danielle $257,157
Previous Owner Milligan Matthew R $114,050
Previous Owner Milligan Mathew R $164,900
Previous Owner Lewis Clayton R $153,133
Previous Owner Lewis Clayton R $8,000
Previous Owner Lewis Clayton R $161,229
Previous Owner Lewis Clayton R $158,847
Previous Owner Lewis Clayton R $29,800
Previous Owner Lewis Clayton R $119,200
Previous Owner Blecher Patricia Ann $11,000
Previous Owner Blecher Patricia Ann $85,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/24/2021 08/24/21 Sold $265,111 +4.0% $201 / Sq Ft
08/24/2021 08/24/21 Pending -- -- --
07/10/2021 07/10/21 For Sale $254,900 -- $193 / 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 $4,336 $273,500 $64,400 $209,100
2023 $4,344 $273,500 $64,400 $209,100
2022 $3,540 $225,000 $54,600 $170,400
2021 $3,514 $185,500 $54,600 $130,900
2020 $3,460 $175,200 $51,500 $123,700
2019 $3,216 $175,200 $51,500 $123,700
2018 $3,224 $157,000 $45,100 $111,900
2017 $2,840 $157,000 $45,100 $111,900
2016 $2,774 $142,900 $40,600 $102,300
2015 $2,774 $142,900 $40,600 $102,300
2014 $2,772 $141,200 $39,300 $101,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 633217

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 320-01776000000