NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2240 E Grand Ave Des Moines, IA 50317

Fairground Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $133,000 - $148,684

2 Beds
1 Bath
616 Sq Ft
$228/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 27, 2023

Last sale price $135,000 $219 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $905/month

103 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Bungalow
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • No HOA
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Family Room

About This Home

As of July 2023

Recently remodeled home that features two bedrooms on the main floor, combination living area/dining area and kitchen. Centrally located in the City of Des Moines with ease of access to shopping/schools/freeways/entertainment and all that life can be/is/should be while enjoying life as a resident of Des Moines.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Audra Sypolt

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 04/13/2023

RE/MAX Concepts

Co-Listed By

Don Hocking

RE/MAX Concepts

Last Buyer's Agent

Audra Sypolt

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 04/13/2023

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,457

Year Built

  • Built in 1915

Lot Details

  • 4,420 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 34x130
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Wood Fence
  • Chain Link Fence

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 616 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Dining Area
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Gravel Driveway

Additional Features

  • Outdoor Storage
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 05000254000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,457

Year Built

Built in 1915

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 219.16
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 219.16
  • Year Built: 1915
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: See Remarks, Smoke Detector
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 499
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 616
  • Total Sq Ft: 616

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Storage Shed, Partially Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Chain Link, Wood
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Asphalt
  • Trim: Pine

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel
  • Garage: 1 Detached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: See Remarks
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1010
  • Lot S F: 4420
  • Lot Size: 34X130
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 05000254000000
  • Zoning: R

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: 1457.46
  • Net Taxes: 1457.46

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 13, 2023
Closed on
Aug 24, 2023
Sold by
Contract Exchange Corporation
Bought by
Frank E Weinstein Revocable Trust and Weinstein
Seller's Agent
Audra Sypolt
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Audra Sypolt
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$135,000
Sold Price
$135,000
Total Days on Market
103
Views
113
Current Estimated Value
$140,671

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$5,671
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.21%
Original Mortgage
$15,000
Outstanding Balance
$14,725
Interest Rate
6.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$125,946

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 13, 2023
Closed on
Jul 27, 2023
Sold by
Cjt Homes Llc
Bought by
Contract Exchange Corporation
Seller's Agent
Audra Sypolt
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Audra Sypolt
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$135,000
Sold Price
$135,000
Views
113

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$15,000
Outstanding Balance
$14,725
Interest Rate
6.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$125,946

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 13, 2023
Closed on
Jul 26, 2023
Sold by
Leff Scott
Bought by
Cjt Homes Llc
Seller's Agent
Audra Sypolt
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Audra Sypolt
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$135,000
Sold Price
$135,000
Views
113

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$15,000
Outstanding Balance
$14,725
Interest Rate
6.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$125,946

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 17, 2018
Sold by
Leff Scott
Bought by
Cjt Homes Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$63,000
Interest Rate
7%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 29, 2017
Sold by
Leff Enterprises Llc
Bought by
Scott Leff Roth 40Ik Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 8, 2015
Sold by
Lacey Ben
Bought by
Gilchrist Daniel J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 28, 2008
Sold by
Gilchrist Christie K
Bought by
Gilchrist Daniel J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 30, 1997
Sold by
Doornenbal Doris
Bought by
Gilchrist Donna M
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
Frank E Weinstein Revocable Trust -- None Listed On Document
Contract Exchange Corporation -- None Listed On Document
Cjt Homes Llc $68,000 None Listed On Document
Cjt Homes Llc $68,000 None Available
Scott Leff Roth 40Ik Trust -- None Available
Gilchrist Daniel J $945 None Available
Gilchrist Daniel J $17,000 Itc
Gilchrist Donna M $17,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Contract Exchange Corporation $15,000
Previous Owner Cjt Homes Llc $63,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/27/2023 07/27/23 Sold $135,000 0.0% $219 / Sq Ft
07/25/2023 07/25/23 Pending -- -- --
05/19/2023 05/19/23 Off Market $135,000 -- --
04/13/2023 04/13/23 For Sale $135,000 -- $219 / 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 $1,430 $72,700 $15,100 $57,600
2023 $1,348 $72,700 $15,100 $57,600
2022 $1,338 $57,200 $12,400 $44,800
2021 $2,701 $57,200 $12,400 $44,800
2020 $1,292 $49,800 $10,900 $38,900
2019 $1,447 $49,800 $10,900 $38,900
2018 $736 $43,200 $9,300 $33,900
2017 $1,016 $27,700 $9,300 $18,400
2016 $888 $37,600 $8,700 $28,900
2015 $762 $37,600 $8,700 $28,900
2014 $1,333 $38,100 $8,700 $29,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Audra Sypolt

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Audra Sypolt

    RE/MAX

    (515) 783-8310

    6 in this area

    284 Total Sales

    Audra Sypolt
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  • Don Hocking

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023

    Don Hocking

    RE/MAX

    (515) 418-4065

    3 in this area

    85 Total Sales

    Don Hocking
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 671056

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 050-00254000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50317 Fairground

2240 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 2240 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317 since 13 April 2023 and is currently estimated at $140,671, approximately $228 per square foot. This property was built in 1915. 2240 E Grand Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Capitol View Elementary School, Hiatt Middle School, and East High School.

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