$157,000
SOLD JUL 9, 2020
1 Bed
1 Bath
673 Sq Ft
$386/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$233 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

66 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Community Pool
  • Deck
  • Sauna
  • 1-minute walk to Cowles Commons

About This Home

As of August 2023

Incredible New Price on Downtown s most desirable and iconic location. The Plaza is located across the street from the Civic Center & just a quick walk to the Farmer s Market, Hy-Vee, and top-rated restaurants. This 12th floor condo faces southeast and has expansive views of the Des Moines River & Principal Park. The open concept floor plan features a bright kitchen with white cabinetry & a breakfast bar that overlooks the living room. Enjoy watching the sun coming up while drinking coffee on your private terrace or the fireworks at dusk after an I-cubs game. The bedroom has French doors & is very roomy & private. You will love all the amenities at the Plaza including a roof top pool, sauna, gym, hot tub, tennis courts & community room. This home includes one parking space in the underground garage. The HOA dues cover heating, air, cable, internet & security. Don t miss the super convenient laundry room that is just steps away from the unit. Bonus! Skywalk access.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gina Swanson

Century 21 Signature Listed on: 05/04/2020

Century 21 Signature

Last Buyer's Agent

Erika Hansen

RE/MAX Real Estate Center

RE/MAX Real Estate Center

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,155

Year Built

  • Built in 1985

HOA Fees

  • $386 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Metal Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 673 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Home Gym

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Basketball Court
  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Municipal Trash
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 02002520001348

Community Details

Overview

  • Knapp Properties Association, Phone Number (515) 280-9332

Amenities

  • Sauna
  • Community Center
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Recreation Facilities
  • Snow Removal

Pet Policy

  • Breed Restrictions

Security

  • Security Service

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,155

Year Built

Built in 1985

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$386 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Condo-Townhome
  • Style: Apartment Style
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 237.59
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 233.28
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Unit: 1204
  • Year Built: 1985
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cable TV, Carpeting, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Other Rooms: Exercise Room
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 673
  • Total Sq Ft: 673

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Basketball Court, Deck, Open Patio, Tennis Court
  • Foundation: Concrete Block, Poured
  • Roof: Metal
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 152
  • Garage: 1 Attached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Electric Forced Air
  • Services: Exterior Maint./Bldg., Lawn Care, Recreational Facilities, Security Services, Snow Removal, Trash Service, Utilities

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities: Community Center, Community Laundry, Community Swimming Pool, Exercise Room, Extra Storage, Pet Restrictions, Sauna, Snow Removal, Tennis
  • HOA Name: The Plaza Condo Assoc.
  • Management Firm: Knapp Properties
  • Management Firm Phone: 515-280-9332

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 386.0000
  • Association Fee Term: Month
  • Association Fee: Yes

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 02002520001348
  • Zoning: C-3

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 3155.00
  • Net Taxes: 3155.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 18, 2023
Closed on
Jul 30, 2023
Sold by
Wise Karen S
Bought by
Le Viet
Seller's Agent
Erika Hansen
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Buyer's Agent
Karoline Benskin
Keller Williams Realty GDM
List Price
$179,900
Sold Price
$175,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-2.72%
Views
43
Current Estimated Value
$168,400

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$6,600
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.74%

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 4, 2020
Closed on
Jul 8, 2020
Sold by
Kelley Patrick and Kelley Mary
Bought by
Wise Karen S
Seller's Agent
Gina Swanson
Century 21 Signature
Buyer's Agent
Erika Hansen
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
List Price
$159,900
Sold Price
$157,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,900
-1.81%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.60%
Original Mortgage
$162,652
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 27, 2016
Sold by
Angela M Essing
Bought by
Kelley Patrick

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$111,920
Interest Rate
3.45%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 22, 2011
Sold by
Helmick Georgia
Bought by
Essing Todd M and Essing 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
$76,000
Interest Rate
4.08%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 29, 2007
Sold by
Berridge Kim C
Bought by
Helmick Georgia

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 21, 2004
Sold by
Burt Charlotte J
Bought by
Berridge Kim C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$95,000
Interest Rate
5.93%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 28, 2002
Sold by
Spencer Ann and Spencer Larry H
Bought by
Burt Charlotte J
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $175,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $157,000 None Available
Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $94,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $102,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $99,500 --
Warranty Deed $108,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $162,652 VA
Previous Owner $111,920 No Value Available
Previous Owner -- No Value Available
Previous Owner $111,920 New Conventional
Previous Owner $76,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $25,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $95,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/04/2023 08/04/23 Sold $175,000 -2.7% $260 / Sq Ft
07/17/2023 07/17/23 Pending -- -- --
06/29/2023 06/29/23 For Sale $179,900 0.0% $267 / Sq Ft
05/22/2023 05/22/23 Pending -- -- --
05/18/2023 05/18/23 For Sale $179,900 +14.6% $267 / Sq Ft
07/09/2020 07/09/20 Sold $157,000 -1.8% $233 / Sq Ft
07/09/2020 07/09/20 Pending -- -- --
05/04/2020 05/04/20 For Sale $159,900 -- $238 / 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 $2,464 $133,900 $8,800 $125,100
2023 $2,936 $133,900 $8,800 $125,100
2022 $2,914 $128,000 $8,400 $119,600
2021 $2,930 $128,000 $8,400 $119,600
2020 $3,044 $117,400 $7,700 $109,700
2019 $2,868 $117,400 $7,700 $109,700
2018 $2,838 $106,700 $7,000 $99,700
2017 $2,516 $106,700 $7,000 $99,700
2016 $2,450 $93,000 $6,100 $86,900
2015 $2,450 $93,000 $6,100 $86,900
2014 $2,234 $84,100 $5,500 $78,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 604323

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 020-02520001348