245 E Dunham Ave Des Moines, IA 50315
McKinley School Neighborhood
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,344
Sq Ft
5,000
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Above Ground Pool
- Formal Dining Room
- Family Room
- No HOA
- Forced Air Heating System
- 5-minute walk to Columbus Park
About This Home
As of April 2025Special Features: interior and exterior have been recently painted, newer windows, newer roof, water heater has been replaced and is still under warranty, first floor laundry room, two sided wood burning fireplace, extra off street cemented parking area, fenced backyard with cement patio area, and for the dog lovers there is a pet living area with access door to a dog run. The above ground swimming pool and trampoline can stay. This home is close to the biking river trail and downtown.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,830
Year Built
- Built in 1910
Lot Details
- 5,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 40x125
- Partially Fenced Property
- Wood Fence
- Property is zoned N3C
Home Design
- Block Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,344 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Family Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Laminate Flooring
- Unfinished Basement
Kitchen
- Stove
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
Additional Features
- Above Ground Pool
- Forced Air Heating System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 02000432000000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 1, 2024
Closed on
Apr 23, 2025
Sold by
Anderson Gary D and Anderson Tobie A
Bought by
Kaur Gurmeet
Seller's Agent
Marlene Thatcher
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Buyer's Agent
Baldeep Dhingra
Platinum Realty LLC
List Price
$225,000
Sold Price
$170,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$55,000
-24.44%
Views
238
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
45.58%
Original Mortgage
$127,500
Outstanding Balance
$127,500
Interest Rate
6.65%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$53,028
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 13, 2017
Sold by
Midland Ira Inc and Vandyke 1633187 Donald
Bought by
Anderson Gary D and Anderson Tobie A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$50,000
Interest Rate
3.78%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 23, 2014
Sold by
Contract Exchange Corp
Bought by
Midland Ira Inc and Vandyke Donald
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 14, 2014
Sold by
First Contract Corp
Bought by
Contract Exchange Corp
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 26, 2010
Sold by
Phillips John and Phillips Shirley J
Bought by
Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 22, 2003
Sold by
Baner Terrill M
Bought by
Phillips John and Phillips Shirley J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$89,730
Interest Rate
7.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 26, 2003
Sold by
Phillips Shirley J and Phillips John W
Bought by
Lederman Bonding Co Of Waterloo Iowa
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 28, 2000
Sold by
Contract Exchange Corp
Bought by
Phillips John and Phillips Shirley J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$79,000
Interest Rate
14.9%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $170,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $170,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $45,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $73,950 | None Available | |
| Deed | $78,500 | -- | |
| Assignment Deed | -- | -- | |
| Contract Of Sale | $79,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $36,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $127,500 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $127,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $121,600 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $81,600 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $20,400 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $89,730 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $79,000 | Seller Take Back |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/25/2025 04/25/25 | Sold | $170,000 | -10.5% | $126 / Sq Ft |
| 04/07/2025 04/07/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/16/2024 10/16/24 | Price Changed | $190,000 | -5.0% | $141 / Sq Ft |
| 08/08/2024 08/08/24 | Price Changed | $199,900 | -7.0% | $149 / Sq Ft |
| 07/25/2024 07/25/24 | Price Changed | $215,000 | -4.4% | $160 / Sq Ft |
| 07/01/2024 07/01/24 | For Sale | $225,000 | -- | $167 / Sq Ft |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $1,788 | $101,400 | $13,100 | $88,300 |
| 2023 | $1,830 | $101,400 | $13,100 | $88,300 |
| 2022 | $1,814 | $86,500 | $11,600 | $74,900 |
| 2021 | $1,672 | $86,500 | $11,600 | $74,900 |
| 2020 | $1,732 | $75,600 | $10,200 | $65,400 |
| 2019 | $1,612 | $75,600 | $10,200 | $65,400 |
| 2018 | $1,590 | $68,500 | $9,200 | $59,300 |
| 2017 | $1,758 | $68,500 | $9,200 | $59,300 |
| 2016 | $1,712 | $65,000 | $8,700 | $56,300 |
| 2015 | $1,712 | $65,000 | $8,700 | $56,300 |
| 2014 | $1,690 | $66,000 | $8,800 | $57,200 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Marlene Thatcher
M
Seller's Agent in 2025
Marlene Thatcher
Keller Williams Realty GDM
(515) 770-9331
1 in this area
55 Total Sales
-
Baldeep Dhingra
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Baldeep Dhingra
Platinum Realty LLC
(515) 402-0343
1 in this area
29 Total Sales
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 698301
APN: 020-00432000000
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