2909 78th St Urbandale, IA 50322
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,142
Sq Ft
9,500
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Ranch Style House
- No HOA
- Dining Area
- Valley High School Rated A
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 3-minute walk to South Karen Acres Park
About This Home
As of August 2025Plenty of space in this 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car garage, Urbandale ranch. Quiet neighborhood with mature trees and only a couple blocks from Karen Acres Elementary, with plenty of walking trails nearby. Master bed has a half bath and walk in closet. All three bedrooms up with a good sized finished area in basement with a non conforming bedroom. New carpet in 2025, new roof in 2025. Garage that is actually big enough to fit 2 cars in and more. Large deck overlooking a fully fenced backyard.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,796
Year Built
- Built in 1971
Lot Details
- 9,500 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 76x125
- Wood Fence
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,142 Sq Ft Home
- Dining Area
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 31201591069000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 30, 2025
Closed on
Aug 4, 2025
Sold by
Dohl Melisa A and Dalrymple James
Bought by
Vogt Darren and Vogt Kirsten
Seller's Agent
Shane Guely
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Marceen Peters
RE/MAX Precision
List Price
$245,000
Sold Price
$245,000
Views
97
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.20%
Original Mortgage
$196,000
Outstanding Balance
$196,000
Interest Rate
6.77%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$50,828
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 19, 2017
Closed on
Jan 8, 2018
Sold by
Schleisman Elizabeth E
Bought by
Dohl Melisa A
Seller's Agent
June Mackay
Stevens Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jordan Johnson
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$195,000
Sold Price
$193,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,000
-1.03%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.20%
Original Mortgage
$188,500
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
VA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 21, 2003
Sold by
Stodgel Douglas A and Stodgel Paulette A
Bought by
Schleisman Elizabeth E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$127,500
Interest Rate
8.09%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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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 | $245,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $245,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $193,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $149,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $196,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $196,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $230,000 | Construction | |
| Previous Owner | $211,500 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $204,697 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $205,000 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $188,500 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $128,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $12,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $6,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $129,200 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $127,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/05/2025 08/05/25 | Sold | $245,000 | 0.0% | $215 / Sq Ft |
| 07/02/2025 07/02/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/30/2025 06/30/25 | For Sale | $245,000 | +26.9% | $215 / Sq Ft |
| 01/09/2018 01/09/18 | Sold | $193,000 | -1.0% | $169 / Sq Ft |
| 12/07/2017 12/07/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/19/2017 11/19/17 | For Sale | $195,000 | -- | $171 / 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 | -- | $239,900 | $53,500 | $186,400 |
| 2023 | $3,482 | $239,900 | $53,500 | $186,400 |
| 2022 | $3,482 | $199,700 | $46,200 | $153,500 |
| 2021 | $3,406 | $199,700 | $46,200 | $153,500 |
| 2020 | $3,350 | $185,500 | $42,700 | $142,800 |
| 2019 | $3,150 | $185,500 | $42,700 | $142,800 |
| 2018 | $3,096 | $167,300 | $37,800 | $129,500 |
| 2017 | $2,870 | $167,300 | $37,800 | $129,500 |
| 2016 | $2,796 | $152,100 | $33,900 | $118,200 |
| 2015 | $2,796 | $152,100 | $33,900 | $118,200 |
| 2014 | $2,580 | $144,800 | $32,000 | $112,800 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Shane Guely
Seller's Agent in 2025
Shane Guely
RE/MAX
(515) 961-6720
17 in this area
160 Total Sales
-
Marceen Peters
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Marceen Peters
RE/MAX
(515) 778-3014
14 in this area
222 Total Sales
-
June Mackay
Seller's Agent in 2018
June Mackay
Stevens Realty
(515) 306-1118
14 in this area
120 Total Sales
-
Jordan Johnson
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Jordan Johnson
RE/MAX
(515) 205-4640
15 Total Sales
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 721304
APN: 312-01591069000
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