NOT LISTED FOR SALE

224 E Thornton Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

Indianola Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $176,000 - $219,131

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,194 Sq Ft
$173/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 30, 2023

Last sale price $210,100 $176 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,446/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of June 2023

Welcome home to this wonderful ranch home. This home has been well cared for and offers three spacious bedrooms on the main level. The back 4 seasons room is a great place for an office, dining room or a cozy area to relax. The basement needs a few finishing touches and you have a great finished basement. The fenced in backyard features a large concrete patio, storage shed, beautiful landscaping and grape vines along the back fence. Come check this property out! All information obtained from seller and public records.

Last Listed By

Cara Kelly

RE/MAX Precision Listed on: 06/01/2023

RE/MAX Precision

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,482

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 0.25 Acre Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Property is zoned N3A

Home Design

  • 1,194 Sq Ft Home
  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Siding

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • Outdoor Storage
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Unfinished Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01004440000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,482

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 166.67
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 175.96
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 960
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1194
  • Total Sq Ft: 1194

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Storage Shed, Fully Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Chain Link
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle

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: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2530
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01004440000000
  • Zoning: N3A

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: 3481.51
  • Net Taxes: 3271.95
  • Tax Year: 2023

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 23, 2008
Sold by
Machir Morton Edwin and Machir Arvella Hazel
Bought by
Machir Arvella Hazel
Total Days on Market
4
Current Estimated Value
$206,033

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/30/2023 06/30/23 Sold $210,100 +5.6% $176 / Sq Ft
06/05/2023 06/05/23 Pending -- -- --
06/01/2023 06/01/23 For Sale $199,000 -- $167 / 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 $3,518 $178,800 $34,900 $143,900
2023 $3,168 $178,800 $34,900 $143,900
2022 $3,142 $146,700 $29,600 $117,100
2021 $3,040 $146,700 $29,600 $117,100
2020 $3,150 $133,700 $26,900 $106,800
2019 $2,954 $133,700 $26,900 $106,800
2018 $2,918 $121,700 $24,000 $97,700
2017 $2,678 $121,700 $24,000 $97,700
2016 $2,602 $110,800 $21,500 $89,300
2015 $2,602 $110,800 $21,500 $89,300
2014 $2,606 $110,100 $22,100 $88,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Cara Kelly

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Cara Kelly

    RE/MAX

    (319) 269-5771

    1 in this area

    49 Total Sales

    Cara Kelly
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  • Amanda Fontana

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023

    Amanda Fontana

    Weichert, Realtors - 515 Agency

    (319) 329-9739

    2 in this area

    219 Total Sales

    Amanda Fontana
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  • Aaron Ackerlund

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Aaron Ackerlund

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    (515) 314-9667

    1 in this area

    221 Total Sales

    Aaron Ackerlund
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 674374

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-04440000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Indianola Hills

224 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 224 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 01 June 2023 and is currently estimated at $206,033, approximately $172 per square foot. This property was built in 1956. 224 E Thornton Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including South Union Elementary School, Weeks Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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