228 3rd St West Des Moines, IA 50265
Estimated payment $1,148/month
Total Views
18,519
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,245
Sq Ft
$136
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Deck
- No HOA
- Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring
- Valley High School Rated A
- Screened Porch
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
Location, Location, Location! Only 2-blocks away and just a quick walk to all of the shops on 5th St in the Valley Junction Historic Business District! This would make a great investment/short-term rental property or a home for someone that wants some sweat equity. Large living area with 2 bedrooms on the main level. There's an updated bathroom on the main level. New Carpet throughout! Upstairs you will find a 3rd bedroom. Home is on a Large 50X145 Lot! 1-Stall attached garage included. There's a deck on the back of house that will be perfect for entertaining or grilling. Home needs some TLC and is being Sold As-Is.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,390
Year Built
- Built in 1920
Lot Details
- 7,250 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50x145
Home Design
- Brick Foundation
- Block Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,245 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Family Room
- Dining Area
- Screened Porch
- Crawl Space
Kitchen
- Stove
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Carpet
- Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- No Driveway
Additional Features
- Deck
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 32004408000000
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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 | $2,668 | $147,300 | $42,300 | $105,000 |
| 2023 | $2,514 | $168,300 | $42,300 | $126,000 |
| 2022 | $2,484 | $130,200 | $34,000 | $96,200 |
| 2021 | $4,586 | $130,200 | $34,000 | $96,200 |
| 2020 | $2,308 | $116,800 | $30,700 | $86,100 |
| 2019 | $3,312 | $116,800 | $30,700 | $86,100 |
| 2018 | $2,505 | $103,600 | $27,200 | $76,400 |
| 2017 | $2,462 | $103,600 | $27,200 | $76,400 |
| 2016 | $2,527 | $97,800 | $25,400 | $72,400 |
| 2015 | $2,022 | $97,800 | $25,400 | $72,400 |
| 2014 | $2,407 | $92,100 | $23,700 | $68,400 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/13/2025 06/13/25 | For Sale | $169,900 | 0.0% | $136 / Sq Ft |
| 05/11/2025 05/11/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/11/2025 04/11/25 | Price Changed | $169,900 | -2.9% | $136 / Sq Ft |
| 03/20/2025 03/20/25 | Price Changed | $174,900 | -2.8% | $140 / Sq Ft |
| 03/17/2025 03/17/25 | Price Changed | $179,900 | -2.8% | $144 / Sq Ft |
| 02/13/2025 02/13/25 | For Sale | $185,000 | +32.1% | $149 / Sq Ft |
| 12/18/2023 12/18/23 | Sold | $140,000 | -6.7% | $112 / Sq Ft |
| 12/06/2023 12/06/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/06/2023 12/06/23 | For Sale | $150,000 | +7.1% | $120 / Sq Ft |
| 12/04/2023 12/04/23 | Off Market | $140,000 | -- | -- |
| 11/17/2023 11/17/23 | Price Changed | $150,000 | -6.3% | $120 / Sq Ft |
| 11/06/2023 11/06/23 | For Sale | $160,000 | +35.3% | $129 / Sq Ft |
| 03/15/2022 03/15/22 | Sold | $118,250 | +9.5% | $95 / Sq Ft |
| 02/28/2022 02/28/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/07/2022 01/07/22 | For Sale | $108,000 | -- | $87 / Sq Ft |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $140,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Special Warranty Deed | -- | Bc Law Firm Pa | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $89,797 | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $14,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $165,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $10,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $42,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 711859
APN: 320-04408000000
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