NOT LISTED FOR SALE

The Plaza 300 Walnut St Unit 1301 Des Moines, IA 50309

Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $184,000 - $195,541

1 Bed
1 Bath
843 Sq Ft
$223/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 28, 2023

Last sale price $177,500 $211 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,751/month

147 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Sauna
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Heated Pool
  • Community Center
  • 1-minute walk to Cowles Commons

About This Home

As of February 2023

There is no better downtown lifestyle than that offered at the Plaza - enjoy spectacular views from this 13th floor condo, walk with ease through the skywalk to your favorite Broadway shows at the Civic Center, no need to worry about finding parking for the Farmer's Market - you are literally steps away. The Plaza offers the ideal home base to explore all of the fine dining, entertainment, and recreation offered in our fine city. You will love coming home to low maintenance living. Fresh paint and flooring have this home ready to welcome you. You will be able to watch the sun rise over the city with a cup of coffee on your balcony as you relish the beauty of living in the heart of it all! This condo includes a private parking space in the secured parking garage below (#219). Amenities at the Plaza include an outdoor pool, tennis courts, fitness center with sauna, cardio, weights, and a community room for entertaining guests. Utilities included with HOA are water, AC, heat, internet and cable.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sarah Pesek

BHHS First Realty Westown Listed on: 08/24/2022

BHHS First Realty Westown

Last Buyer's Agent

Sandra Gustafson

BHHS First Realty Westown

BHHS First Realty Westown

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,822

Year Built

  • Built in 1985

HOA Fees

  • $444 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • 843 Sq Ft Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Home Security

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Heated Pool
  • Basketball Court
  • Covered Deck

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 02002520001354

Community Details

Overview

  • Knapp Properties Association
  • The community has rules related to renting

Amenities

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

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Recreation Facilities
  • Snow Removal

Pet Policy

  • Breed Restrictions

Security

  • Security Service
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,822

Year Built

Built in 1985

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$444 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Condo-Townhome
  • Style: Apartment Style
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 219.45
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 210.56
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Unit: 1301
  • Year Built: 1985
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cable TV, Smoke Detector
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 843
  • Total Sq Ft: 843

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Basketball Court, Covered Deck, Tennis Court
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Pool: Heated
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 1 Attached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air
  • Services: Cable, Exterior Maint./Bldg., Internet, 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, Rent Restrictions, Sauna, Snow Removal, Tennis
  • HOA Name: The Plaza Condominiums
  • Management Firm: Knapp Properties

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 444.4800
  • 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: 02002520001354
  • Zoning: DX1

Rental Info

  • Rent Restriction Description: Minimum 1 yr lease. Limit on # on units that can be leased at a time. Cxan have up to 2 cats. Dogs only allowed as emotional support animals.

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 3822.00
  • Net Taxes: 3822.00
  • Tax Year: 2021

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 30, 2019
Closed on
Feb 28, 2019
Sold by
Iowa Rentals Llc
Bought by
Brown Michelle I
Seller's Agent
OUTSIDE AGENT
OTHER
Buyer's Agent
Sarah Pesek
BHHS First Realty Westown
List Price
$180,000
Sold Price
$180,000
Current Estimated Value
$188,385

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$8,385
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.73%
Original Mortgage
$162,000
Outstanding Balance
$143,855
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$44,530

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 16, 2005
Sold by
Wehrle Perry A and Wehrle Leann M
Bought by
Pennycooke Colin

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$122,500
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 21, 2000
Sold by
Schmitz Thomas A
Bought by
Wehrle Perry A and Wehrle Leann M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$62,250
Interest Rate
7.83%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 27, 2000
Sold by
Oline Jack F
Bought by
Schmitz Thomas A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$40,000
Interest Rate
7.98%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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
Brown Michelle I $180,000 None Available
Pennycooke Colin $122,000 Itc
Wehrle Perry A $86,500 --
Schmitz Thomas A $78,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Brown Michelle L $60,000
Open Brown Michelle L $162,000
Closed Brown Michelle I $162,000
Previous Owner Iowa Rentals Llc $119,000
Previous Owner Pennycooke Colin $122,500
Previous Owner Wehrle Perry A $62,250
Previous Owner Schmitz Thomas A $40,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/28/2023 02/28/23 Sold $177,500 -4.1% $211 / Sq Ft
01/18/2023 01/18/23 Pending -- -- --
01/10/2023 01/10/23 Price Changed $185,000 -4.9% $219 / Sq Ft
12/06/2022 12/06/22 Price Changed $194,500 -1.8% $231 / Sq Ft
11/21/2022 11/21/22 Price Changed $198,000 -3.9% $235 / Sq Ft
08/24/2022 08/24/22 For Sale $206,000 +14.4% $244 / Sq Ft
03/11/2019 03/11/19 Sold $180,000 0.0% $229 / Sq Ft
03/01/2019 03/01/19 Pending -- -- --
01/30/2019 01/30/19 For Sale $180,000 +51.3% $229 / Sq Ft
10/02/2013 10/02/13 Sold $119,000 -7.8% $152 / Sq Ft
10/02/2013 10/02/13 Pending -- -- --
07/01/2013 07/01/13 For Sale $129,000 -- $164 / 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 $3,086 $156,900 $10,400 $146,500
2023 $3,536 $156,900 $10,400 $146,500
2022 $3,508 $150,000 $9,900 $140,100
2021 $3,434 $150,000 $9,900 $140,100
2020 $3,568 $137,600 $9,100 $128,500
2019 $3,362 $137,600 $9,100 $128,500
2018 $3,328 $125,100 $8,300 $116,800
2017 $2,948 $125,100 $8,300 $116,800
2016 $2,872 $109,000 $7,200 $101,800
2015 $2,872 $109,000 $7,200 $101,800
2014 $2,618 $98,500 $6,500 $92,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Sarah Pesek

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Sarah Pesek

    BHHS First Realty Westown

    (515) 556-7548

    1 in this area

    159 Total Sales

    Sarah Pesek
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  • Sandra Gustafson

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Sandra Gustafson

    BHHS First Realty Westown

    (515) 480-2730

    12 in this area

    121 Total Sales

    Sandra Gustafson
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    Seller's Agent in 2019

    OUTSIDE AGENT

    OTHER

    17 in this area

    5,769 Total Sales

    OUTSIDE AGENT
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  • Tanis Holmquist

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Tanis Holmquist

    RE/MAX

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    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    James Mitchell

    Iowa Realty Beaverdale

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About The Plaza

Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 658929

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 020-02520001354

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50309 Downtown Des Moines

300 Walnut St Unit 1301, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 300 Walnut St Unit 1301, Des Moines, IA 50309 since 24 August 2022 and is currently estimated at $188,385, approximately $223 per square foot. This property was built in 1985. 300 Walnut St Unit 1301 is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Walnut Street School, Callanan Middle School, and Roosevelt High School.

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