NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2418 Amherst St Des Moines, IA 50313

Union Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $184,000 - $227,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,375 Sq Ft
$151/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 08, 2016

Last sale price $129,000 $94 Per Sq Ft

Est. 61% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,474/month

68 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Shades
  • Bungalow

About This Home

As of December 2016

Affordable & Adorable! Updated 1.5 story w/metal siding will WOW from the first glimpse. Beautiful hardwood floors set the stage to this 1920 s home full of charm w/arches, wide painted baseboard & original 3 panel solid doors. Snuggle up to the brick, wood burning fireplace in Iowa winters. Dining area, w/multiple windows for views, is open to the stunning remodeled kitchen w/NEW cabinets to the ceiling, NEW counters & NEW appliances included. 2 main level bedrooms are near the full updated bath. Stairs lead up to 3rd bedroom suite w/sitting or office area. Lower level holds bath, storage & laundry room w/included washer/dryer. More storage in the 2 car garage. Enjoy your favorite book in the enclosed front porch w/walls of windows for the views of the mature neighborhood. NEW! NEW! NEW: Gutters, front porch, windows, waterproofed basement, bathroom, water lines, kitchen, deck & interior paint. Take advantage of the 10,000 grant available. Make this your Home Sweet Home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Pennie Carroll

Pennie Carroll & Associates Listed on: 09/30/2016

Last Buyer's Agent

Lisa Jackson

Realty ONE Group Impact

Realty ONE Group Impact

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,645

Year Built

  • Built in 1929

Lot Details

  • 6,860 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 49x140

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 1,375 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Screen For Fireplace
  • Shades
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Family Room
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 07001591000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,645

Year Built

Built in 1929

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 94.18
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 93.82
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Cable TV, Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Fireplace Equipment, Fireplace Screen, Hardwood Floors, See Remarks, Shades/Shutters, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1001
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 480
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1375
  • Total Sq Ft: 1375

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete, Public Sidewalk
  • 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: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1570
  • Lot S F: 6860
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 49X140
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 07001591000000
  • 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: 2645.00
  • Net Taxes: 2416.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 30, 2016
Closed on
Dec 6, 2016
Sold by
Conley Elizabeth and Govoni Elizabeth
Bought by
Sheets Shannon M and Sheets Heather J
Seller's Agent
Pennie Carroll
Pennie Carroll & Associates
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Jackson
Realty ONE Group Impact
List Price
$129,500
Sold Price
$129,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$500
-0.39%
Total Days on Market
68
Current Estimated Value
$208,272

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$79,272
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.80%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 28, 2006
Sold by
Nikkel Kevin
Bought by
Govoni Elizabeth

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$114,900
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 18, 2005
Sold by
Bethel Properties Llc
Bought by
Nikkel Kevin

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$125,307
Interest Rate
5.77%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 12, 2003
Sold by
Ross Jeff and Ross Darla
Bought by
Bethel Properties Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 22, 2002
Sold by
Brady Ruby M and Brady Kent D
Bought by
Ross Jeffrey L and Ross Darla J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$64,080
Interest Rate
6.29%
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
Sheets Shannon M $129,000 None Available
Govoni Elizabeth $114,500 None Available
Nikkel Kevin -- None Available
Bethel Properties Llc -- --
Ross Jeffrey L $71,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Conley Elizabeth $8,000
Previous Owner Conley Elizabeth $2,186
Previous Owner Conley Elizabeth $100,800
Previous Owner Govoni Elizabeth $114,900
Previous Owner Bethel Properties Llc $125,307
Previous Owner Ross Jeffrey L $64,080
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/08/2016 12/08/16 Sold $129,000 -0.4% $94 / Sq Ft
12/07/2016 12/07/16 Pending -- -- --
09/30/2016 09/30/16 For Sale $129,500 -- $94 / 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 $3,656 $196,300 $26,500 $169,800
2023 $3,278 $196,300 $26,500 $169,800
2022 $3,252 $148,000 $21,200 $126,800
2021 $3,018 $148,000 $21,200 $126,800
2020 $3,128 $129,500 $18,700 $110,800
2019 $2,876 $129,500 $18,700 $110,800
2018 $2,840 $115,500 $16,500 $99,000
2017 $2,486 $115,500 $16,500 $99,000
2016 $2,416 $100,400 $15,100 $85,300
2015 $2,416 $100,400 $15,100 $85,300
2014 $2,466 $101,500 $14,900 $86,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Pennie Carroll

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Pennie Carroll

    Pennie Carroll & Associates

    (515) 490-8025

    27 in this area

    1,300 Total Sales

    Pennie Carroll
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  • Lisa Jackson

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Lisa Jackson

    Realty ONE Group Impact

    (515) 418-4648

    1 in this area

    45 Total Sales

    Lisa Jackson
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 526469

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 070-01591000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50313 Union Park

2418 Amherst St, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 2418 Amherst St, Des Moines, IA 50313 since 30 September 2016 and is currently estimated at $208,272, approximately $151 per square foot. This property was built in 1929. 2418 Amherst St is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Findley Elementary School, Harding Middle School, and North High School.

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