NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2801 Capitol Ave Des Moines, IA 50317

Fairground Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $149,000 - $163,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
765 Sq Ft
$204/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 15, 2014

Last sale price $86,500 $113 Per Sq Ft

Est. 81% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,017/month

75 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Shades
  • Bungalow
  • No HOA
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of September 2014

Adorable and Affordable! This well maintained home is sure to please! All appliances are included in the kitchen. You will love the gas stove! Hardwood floors set the stage in the living room leading to the bedrooms. Updated full bath is nearby. Lower level has 3rd bedroom, a 4th non-conforming bedroom and rec room. Laundry and storage area includes a shower. Updates are NEWER furnace, NEWER water heater, NEWER light fixtures, fresh interior paint, newer shingles, roof & gutter/downspouts, security system, plumbing and electric. Nestled on an 85x 147 large double corner lot w/fenced in yard, you will have hours of fun for the kiddos and pets. The handyman will enjoy the LARGE 30x24 garage w/storage above. This includes heat, electric & NEWER doors & opener. Do the math as the house payments will be less than most rents. Home features a HSA home warrant for peace of mind. Is located in Neighborhood Finance area w/10,000 grant available upon approval. Clean, neat and move in condition!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Pennie Carroll

Pennie Carroll & Associates Listed on: 07/02/2014

Last Buyer's Agent

Tracy Adams

Coldwell Banker Mid-America

Coldwell Banker Mid-America

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,917

Year Built

  • Built in 1941

Lot Details

  • 0.29 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 85x146
  • Street paved with bricks

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 765 Sq Ft Home
  • Shades
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Family Room
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Full Bathroom

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 05000767002000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,917

Year Built

Built in 1941

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 118.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 113.00
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cable TV, Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Drapes/Curtains (Part), Hardwood Floors, Laminate Floors, See Remarks, Shades/Shutters, Smoke Detector
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 759
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 300
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Other Rooms: See Remarks
  • Included Items: Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 765
  • Total Sq Ft: 765

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Stone
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Brick, Public Sidewalk
  • Trim: Oak

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: 0.2870
  • Lot S F: 12495
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 85x146
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 05000767002000
  • 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: 1917.00
  • Net Taxes: 1690.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2801CAPITOLAVEPOLKDESMOINE50317

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 24, 2021
Sold by
Anderson Jeffrey W
Bought by
Anderson Jeffrey W and Virden Jennifer A
Total Days on Market
75
Current Estimated Value
$156,430

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$67,500
Outstanding Balance
$61,861
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$94,569

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 2, 2014
Closed on
Sep 15, 2014
Sold by
Pettinger Jane Irene and Wichmann Jane Irene
Bought by
Anderson Jeffrey W
Seller's Agent
Pennie Carroll
Pennie Carroll & Associates
Buyer's Agent
Tracy Adams
Coldwell Banker Mid-America
List Price
$95,000
Sold Price
$86,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,500
-8.95%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.68%
Original Mortgage
$69,200
Interest Rate
4.11%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 18, 2008
Sold by
Smith Jeffrey T
Bought by
Pettinger Jane Irene

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 10, 2006
Sold by
Greer Steven B
Bought by
Smith Jeffrey T and Pettinger Jane Irene

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$70,000
Interest Rate
6.78%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 24, 2002
Sold by
Sinclair Therese M and Sinclair Frank L
Bought by
Greer Steven B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$58,400
Interest Rate
8.12%
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
Anderson Jeffrey W -- None Available
Anderson Jeffrey W $86,500 None Available
Pettinger Jane Irene -- None Available
Smith Jeffrey T $87,000 None Available
Greer Steven B $72,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Anderson Jeffrey W $30,000
Open Anderson Jeffrey W $67,500
Closed Anderson Jeffrey W $69,200
Previous Owner Smith Jeffrey T $70,000
Previous Owner Greer Steven B $58,400
Closed Greer Steven B $14,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/15/2014 09/15/14 Sold $86,500 -8.9% $113 / Sq Ft
09/15/2014 09/15/14 Pending -- -- --
07/02/2014 07/02/14 For Sale $95,000 -- $124 / 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 $2,238 $124,200 $27,800 $96,400
2023 $2,086 $124,200 $27,800 $96,400
2022 $2,068 $97,400 $22,700 $74,700
2021 $1,814 $97,400 $22,700 $74,700
2020 $1,880 $81,300 $19,900 $61,400
2019 $1,690 $81,300 $19,900 $61,400
2018 $1,668 $71,400 $17,200 $54,200
2017 $1,592 $71,400 $17,200 $54,200
2016 $1,546 $67,400 $16,000 $51,400
2015 $1,546 $67,400 $16,000 $51,400
2014 $1,492 $67,200 $15,600 $51,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Pennie Carroll

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Pennie Carroll

    Pennie Carroll & Associates

    (515) 490-8025

    11 in this area

    1,300 Total Sales

    Pennie Carroll
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  • Tracy Adams

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Tracy Adams

    Coldwell Banker Mid-America

    (515) 360-4374

    2 in this area

    47 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 438930

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 050-00767002000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50317 Fairground

2801 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 2801 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317 since 02 July 2014 and is currently estimated at $156,430, approximately $204 per square foot. This property was built in 1941. 2801 Capitol Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Willard Elementary School, Hoyt Middle School, and East High School.

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