
2514 E Thornton Ave Des Moines, IA 50320
River Woods NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $332,000 - $359,308
Highlights
- 0.66 Acre Lot
- Traditional Architecture
- 2 Fireplaces
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
About This Home
As of November 2023What a rare find! This was once a builder's custom built home. This 1.5 story is nestled on over .5 acre wooded cul-de-sac lot. It's the best of both worlds w/peaceful setting within minutes of city amenities. Main level offers a huge formal living room w/picture window & brick gas fireplace with shelving on either side. Formal dining offers room to entertain family/friends w/sliders to deck. Eat-in kitchen includes all appliances & gorgeous granite counters. Check out the beverage drawer in the refrigerator! Barstool seating views kitchen & hearth room w/2nd gas fireplace & 2nd set of sliders to another deck! Just past the guest bath is the 1st floor bedroom w/private full bath!. Stairs lead up to all new flooring to include a sitting area, 2 bedrooms, with sitting areas, full bath, (completely remodeled) & unfinished attic space (perfect for 4th bedroom or craft room). More room to stretch in the finished walkout w/rec room, bath, work room & laundry area w/washer & dryer included. French doors lead to the patio. This yard! It's all fenced in to give hours of enjoyment for the kids & pets. Outdoor delight in the gardens w/perennials, fruit trees, wildlife, & privacy. The bike trail nearby leads to Easter Lake with amenities of sandy beach, fishing, boat rental & kayaking. This 1.5 story home has been well cared for and waiting for the next family to build memories & call it Home Sweet Home!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,574
Year Built
- Built in 1987
Lot Details
- 0.66 Acre Lot
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Wood Fence
- Irregular Lot
- Property is zoned N2B
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Wood Siding
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,025 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- 2 Fireplaces
- Gas Fireplace
- Drapes & Rods
- Family Room Downstairs
- Dining Area
- Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Covered patio or porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 01001931040000
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Similar Homes in Des Moines, IA
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Gleason Dale W | $345,000 | None Listed On Document | |
Atarmal Hassan | $171,500 | None Available |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
---|---|---|---|
Open | Gleason Dale W | $299,999 | |
Previous Owner | Betts Jeniffer J | $52,530 | |
Previous Owner | Atarmal Hassan | $166,717 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
11/02/2023 11/02/23 | Sold | $345,000 | -1.3% | $170 / Sq Ft |
09/19/2023 09/19/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
09/15/2023 09/15/23 | For Sale | $349,500 | +103.2% | $173 / Sq Ft |
06/15/2012 06/15/12 | Sold | $172,000 | -4.2% | $85 / Sq Ft |
06/15/2012 06/15/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
03/13/2012 03/13/12 | For Sale | $179,500 | -- | $89 / Sq Ft |
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 | $6,300 | $330,700 | $71,900 | $258,800 |
2023 | $5,932 | $330,700 | $71,900 | $258,800 |
2022 | $5,886 | $260,600 | $58,400 | $202,200 |
2021 | $5,874 | $260,600 | $58,400 | $202,200 |
2020 | $6,098 | $244,000 | $54,500 | $189,500 |
2019 | $5,482 | $244,000 | $54,500 | $189,500 |
2018 | $5,422 | $212,500 | $46,000 | $166,500 |
2017 | $4,830 | $212,500 | $46,000 | $166,500 |
2016 | $4,700 | $187,100 | $33,200 | $153,900 |
2015 | $4,700 | $187,100 | $33,200 | $153,900 |
2014 | $4,164 | $171,500 | $30,500 | $141,000 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2023
Pennie Carroll
Pennie Carroll & Associates
(515) 490-8025
6 in this area
1,295 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Angela Veatch
RE/MAX
(515) 494-2175
1 in this area
44 Total Sales
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L
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Loretta Bergez
Iowa Realty Valley West
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 682154

APN: 010-01931040000
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