$180,000
SOLD MAR 11, 2019

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

Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
785 Sq Ft
$433/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$229 Per Sq Ft

30 Days on Market

About This Home

As of February 2023

This home is located at 300 Walnut St Unit 1301, Des Moines, IA 50309 and is currently priced at $180,000, approximately $229 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.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

OUTSIDE AGENT

OTHER Listed on: 01/30/2019

Last Buyer's Agent

Sarah Pesek

BHHS First Realty Westown

BHHS First Realty Westown

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,948

Year Built

  • Built in 1985

HOA Fees

  • $433 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • 785 Sq Ft Home

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Community Details

  • Knapp Properties Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 02002520001354

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,948

Year Built

Built in 1985

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$433 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Condo-Townhome
  • Style: Apartment Style
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 229.30
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 229.30
  • Unit: 1301
  • Year Built: 1985
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 785
  • Total Sq Ft: 785

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 433.1500
  • Association Fee Term: Month
  • Association Fee: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • HOA Name: The Plaza
  • Management Firm: Knapp Properties

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: C-3

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 2948.00
  • Net Taxes: 2948.00
  • Tax Year: 2018

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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $180,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $122,000 Itc
Warranty Deed $86,500 --
Warranty Deed $78,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $60,000 New Conventional
Open $162,000 New Conventional
Closed $162,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $119,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $122,500 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $62,250 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $40,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
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

    5,767 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: 575838

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 and is currently priced at $180,000, approximately $229 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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