NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2955 E Washington Ave Des Moines, IA 50317

Accent Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $149,000 - $158,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
672 Sq Ft
$229/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 01, 2021

Last sale price $130,000 $193 Per Sq Ft

Est. 19% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,025/month

48 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of June 2021

24 hour sale

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Pennie Carroll

Pennie Carroll & Associates Listed on: 04/14/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Pennie Carroll

Pennie Carroll & Associates Listed on: 04/14/2021

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,491

Year Built

  • Built in 1942

Lot Details

  • 7,100 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x142
  • Property is zoned N3B

Home Design

  • 672 Sq Ft Home
  • Ranch Style House
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Siding

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

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 06007376000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,491

Year Built

Built in 1942

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Architecture: Traditional
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 193.45
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 193.45
  • Year Built: 1942
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 672
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 336
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 672
  • Total Sq Ft: 672

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

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: 0.1630
  • Lot S F: 7100
  • Lot Size: 50X142
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 06007376000000
  • Zoning: N3B

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: 2491.00
  • Net Taxes: 2262.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 14, 2021
Closed on
May 20, 2021
Sold by
Swalve Michael P
Bought by
Graeve William J
Seller's Agent
Pennie Carroll
Pennie Carroll & Associates
Buyer's Agent
Pennie Carroll
Pennie Carroll & Associates
List Price
$130,000
Sold Price
$130,000
Total Days on Market
48
Current Estimated Value
$154,145

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$24,145
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.40%
Original Mortgage
$127,645
Outstanding Balance
$116,818
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$43,870

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 30, 2017
Sold by
Des Moines Properties Llc
Bought by
Swalve Michael

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 13, 2013
Sold by
Des Moines Properties Llc
Bought by
Swalve Michael P

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$55,000
Interest Rate
4.38%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 3, 2008
Sold by
The Bank Of New York Trust Company Na
Bought by
Leto John

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$38,000
Interest Rate
5.96%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 11, 2000
Sold by
Handy Edwin R and John Donna K
Bought by
Thompson Kevin and Thompson Jill

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$44,400
Interest Rate
10%
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
Graeve William J $130,000 None Available
Swalve Michael -- None Available
Swalve Michael P $50,000 None Available
Leto John $37,000 Servicelink
Thompson Kevin $55,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Graeve William J $127,645
Previous Owner Swalve Michael P $55,000
Previous Owner Leto John A $38,000
Previous Owner Thompson Kevin $78,300
Previous Owner Thompson Kevin $44,400
Closed Thompson Kevin $11,100
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/01/2021 06/01/21 Sold $130,000 0.0% $193 / Sq Ft
06/01/2021 06/01/21 Pending -- -- --
04/14/2021 04/14/21 For Sale $130,000 -- $193 / 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 $2,478 $126,000 $24,100 $101,900
2023 $2,382 $126,000 $24,100 $101,900
2022 $2,194 $101,100 $20,000 $81,100
2021 $1,934 $93,800 $20,000 $73,800
2020 $2,004 $86,100 $18,300 $67,800
2019 $1,872 $86,100 $18,300 $67,800
2018 $1,848 $78,200 $16,100 $62,100
2017 $1,800 $78,200 $16,100 $62,100
2016 $1,720 $75,100 $15,200 $59,900
2015 $1,720 $74,000 $15,200 $58,800
2014 $1,602 $69,200 $14,000 $55,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Pennie Carroll

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Pennie Carroll

    Pennie Carroll & Associates

    (515) 490-8025

    27 in this area

    1,302 Total Sales

    Pennie Carroll
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 626999

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 060-07376000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50317 Accent

2955 E Washington Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 2955 E Washington Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317 since 14 April 2021 and is currently estimated at $154,145, approximately $229 per square foot. This property was built in 1942. 2955 E Washington Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Stowe Elementary School, Goodrell Middle School, and East High School.

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