NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $874,000 - $1,085,375

5 Beds
4 Baths
4,389 Sq Ft
$222/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 01, 2023

Last sale price $719,500 $164 Per Sq Ft

Est. 35% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,743/month

63 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Recreation Room
  • 1 Fireplace
  • No HOA
  • Wood Flooring
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Covered Patio or Porch

About This Home

As of June 2023

Stately 3 story home in the historic Owl's Head neighborhood in the heart of the Des Moines' South-of-Grand area! Set on a .63 keystone shaped park-like lot overlooking a spectacular timeless American neighborhood, this stunning romantic home encapsulates the American Dream and history of our great city and state. Built in 1915, this grand property with 4389 sf of living space, the home embodies traditional elegance paired with contemporary living. The wonderful main level consists of an elegant formal dining room with original classic wood panels, formal living with built-ins, as well as informal living spaces like a cozy wood burning fireplace nook, a stunning sunroom for an office/art/photography studio, and a fully updated powder room. High ceilings, hardwoods, original trim, doors, and hardware, beautifully detailed main staircase, as well as a secret second stairway. The classic updated chef's kitchen entails peninsula dining, heated floors, stainless appliances, stone countertops, multiple pantry areas, as well as an enclosed cubby/seating area near the entrance! The second level consists of 5 bedrooms, second level laundry, 2 full baths, (renovated primary bath has a soaker tub, tile walk-in shower, and heated floors). Finished third floor is vaulted with ceiling beams, a wet bar, black out shades, and wired for speakers, making it perfect for entertaining! The 2 car detached garage provides a glimpse into the past as it originally was a carriage house.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Stephanie Thomas

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 02/09/2023

RE/MAX Concepts

Last Buyer's Agent

Abbey Robertson

Century 21 Signature

Century 21 Signature

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1915

Lot Details

  • 0.63 Acre Lot
  • Property has an invisible fence for dogs
  • Irregular Lot
  • Street paved with bricks

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 4,389 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Family Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Radiant Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 02002034000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1915

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Three Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 181.13
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 163.93
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1915
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: 2nd Flr Laundry, Drapes/Curtains, Hardwood Floors, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1761
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen, Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: 1st Floor, Rec. Room
  • Other Rooms: Pantry, Sun Room
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 4389
  • Total Sq Ft: 4389

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick, Frame
  • Exterior Features: Covered Patio, Invisible Pet Fence
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Brick, Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 506
  • Garage: 2 Detached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air, Heat Pump, Radiant

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.6340
  • Lot S F: 27615
  • Lot Shape: Irregular
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 02002034000000
  • Zoning: Res

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: 18029.00
  • Net Taxes: 17801.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 22, 2024
Sold by
Tracie L Benzmiller Revocable Living Tru and James A Benzmiller Revocable Living Trus
Bought by
Elizabeth B Burnett Revocable Trust and Burnett
Current Estimated Value
$974,094

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Outstanding Balance
$199,140
Interest Rate
5.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$737,926

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 30, 2023
Sold by
Nelson Melinda Ann
Bought by
Nelson John Benjamin

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 23, 2014
Closed on
Oct 20, 2015
Sold by
Peterson Timothy G and Peterson Angela M
Bought by
Nelson John Benjamin and Nelson Melinda Ann
Seller's Agent
Rick Wanamaker
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth Sarcone
Keller Williams Realty GDM
List Price
$625,000
Sold Price
$535,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$90,000
-14.4%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.89%
Original Mortgage
$91,250
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 3, 2011
Sold by
Weichert Relocation Resources Inc
Bought by
Peterson Timothy G and Peterson Angela M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$376,000
Interest Rate
4.02%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 8, 2011
Sold by
Lacoursiere Paul and Lacoursiere Karen
Bought by
Weichert Relocation Resources Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 29, 2010
Sold by
National Residential Nominee Services In
Bought by
Lacoursiere Paul and Lacoursiere Karen

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$360,000
Interest Rate
4.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 22, 2009
Sold by
Hansell Jordan B and Hansell Silvia J
Bought by
National Residential Nominee Services In

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 5, 2007
Sold by
Jessen Klark Alex and Jessen Anita Walker
Bought by
Hansell Jordan B and Hansell Silvia J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$0
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Elizabeth B Burnett Revocable Trust $853,000 None Listed On Document
Elizabeth B Burnett Revocable Trust $853,000 None Listed On Document
Nelson John Benjamin -- --
Nelson John Benjamin $535,000 None Available
Peterson Timothy G $469,500 None Available
Weichert Relocation Resources Inc $469,500 None Available
Lacoursiere Paul $459,500 Itc
National Residential Nominee Services In $570,500 Itc
Hansell Jordan B $504,500 Itc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Elizabeth B Burnett Revocable Trust $200,000
Closed Elizabeth B Burnett Revocable Trust $200,000
Previous Owner Tracie L Benzmillr Revocable L $419,500
Previous Owner Nelson John Benjamin $75,000
Previous Owner Nelson John Benjamin $573,750
Previous Owner Nelson Melinda A $504,800
Previous Owner Nelson John Benjamin $91,250
Previous Owner Nelson John Benjamin $417,000
Previous Owner Peterson Timothy G $376,000
Previous Owner Lacoursiere Paul $360,000
Previous Owner Hansell Jordan B $0
Previous Owner Hansell Jordan B $130,000
Previous Owner Jessen Klark Alex $155,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/01/2023 06/01/23 Sold $719,500 -9.5% $164 / Sq Ft
04/13/2023 04/13/23 Pending -- -- --
03/03/2023 03/03/23 Price Changed $795,000 -0.5% $181 / Sq Ft
02/09/2023 02/09/23 For Sale $799,000 +49.3% $182 / Sq Ft
10/22/2015 10/22/15 Sold $535,000 -14.4% $112 / Sq Ft
09/22/2015 09/22/15 Pending -- -- --
12/23/2014 12/23/14 For Sale $625,000 -- $131 / 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 $16,922 $860,200 $127,500 $732,700
2023 $16,468 $860,200 $127,500 $732,700
2022 $16,340 $707,600 $109,900 $597,700
2021 $15,372 $707,600 $109,900 $597,700
2020 $15,964 $624,600 $96,700 $527,900
2019 $14,982 $624,600 $96,700 $527,900
2018 $14,826 $566,000 $85,600 $480,400
2017 $14,840 $566,000 $85,600 $480,400
2016 $14,684 $557,200 $82,900 $474,300
2015 $14,684 $557,200 $82,900 $474,300
2014 $12,592 $473,900 $77,900 $396,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 667348

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 020-02034000000