NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2540 Des Moines St Des Moines, IA 50317

Fairground Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $164,000 - $181,157

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,381 Sq Ft
$126/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 15, 2015

Last sale price $89,700 $65 Per Sq Ft

Est. 93% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,194/month

47 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of April 2015

This home is located at 2540 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50317 since 27 February 2015 and is currently estimated at $173,539, approximately $125 per square foot. This property was built in 1924. 2540 Des Moines St is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Capitol View Elementary School, Hiatt Middle School, and East High School.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Connie Broesder

Iowa Realty Beaverdale Listed on: 02/27/2015

Iowa Realty Beaverdale

Last Buyer's Agent

Steven See

Horstman REALTORS

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,176

Year Built

  • Built in 1924

Lot Details

  • 9,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 75x120
  • Property is zoned R1-60

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,381 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 05003824000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,176

Year Built

Built in 1924

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 65.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 65.00
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Hardwood Floors, Smoke Detector, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished, Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 672
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1381
  • Total Sq Ft: 1381

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Detached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: None
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2070
  • Lot S F: 9000
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 75x120
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 05003824000000
  • Zoning: R1-60

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: 2176.00
  • Net Taxes: 1948.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2540DES MOINSTPOLKDESMOINE50317

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 27, 2015
Closed on
Apr 15, 2015
Sold by
Garland Virginia M
Bought by
Smythe Jason
Seller's Agent
Connie Broesder
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Buyer's Agent
Steven See
Horstman REALTORS
List Price
$89,700
Sold Price
$89,700
Current Estimated Value
$173,539

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$83,839
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.46%
Original Mortgage
$91,628
Interest Rate
3.73%
Mortgage Type
VA
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
Smythe Jason $90,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Smythe Jason $84,152
Closed Smythe Jason $84,478
Closed Smythe Jason $91,628
Previous Owner Garland Jerry E $24,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/15/2015 04/15/15 Sold $89,700 0.0% $65 / Sq Ft
04/15/2015 04/15/15 Pending -- -- --
02/27/2015 02/27/15 For Sale $89,700 -- $65 / 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 $2,692 $155,900 $25,300 $130,600
2023 $2,574 $155,900 $25,300 $130,600
2022 $2,552 $121,500 $20,700 $100,800
2021 $2,352 $121,500 $20,700 $100,800
2020 $2,436 $106,100 $18,200 $87,900
2019 $2,154 $106,100 $18,200 $87,900
2018 $2,124 $91,900 $15,700 $76,200
2017 $2,016 $91,900 $15,700 $76,200
2016 $1,956 $86,300 $14,600 $71,700
2015 $1,956 $86,300 $14,600 $71,700
2014 $1,948 $85,000 $14,800 $70,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Connie Broesder

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Connie Broesder

    Iowa Realty Beaverdale

    (515) 277-6211

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    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Steven See

    Horstman REALTORS

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 449560

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 050-03824000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50317 Fairground

2540 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 2540 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50317 since 27 February 2015 and is currently estimated at $173,539, approximately $125 per square foot. This property was built in 1924. 2540 Des Moines St 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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