$325,000
SOLD JUL 14, 2022
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,399 Sq Ft
$690/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$232 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

89 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Sauna
  • Tennis Courts
  • Basketball Court
  • Community Pool
  • 1-minute walk to Cowles Commons

About This Home

As of April 2024

Ideal Location – 14th floor luxury condominium on the skywalk. This upscale condo is in the heart of downtown Des Moines and comes with two balconies with amazing views. Included in purchase price for this unit is a reserved climate-controlled and secured private parking space specifically for condo 1402 (G-67). Updates include cabinets, patio doors, windows and appliances. This well-maintained condo is priced to sell. The Plaza high-rise features a rooftop outdoor pool, plus a fitness center with indoor year-round sauna, cardio, weights, and community room. Also, AC, heat, Internet, cable, water are all included in the low monthly HOA dues!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dale Engelken

United Real Estate Profess Listed on: 02/04/2022

United Real Estate Profess

Last Buyer's Agent

Sheena Foster

RE/MAX Hilltop

RE/MAX Hilltop

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,102

Year Built

  • Built in 1985

HOA Fees

  • $690 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Metal Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,399 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Basketball Court
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Municipal Trash
  • Internet Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 02002520001364

Community Details

Overview

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

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,102

Year Built

Built in 1985

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$690 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Condo-Townhome
  • Style: Apartment Style
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 242.32
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 232.31
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Unit: 1402
  • Year Built: 1985
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cable TV
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1399
  • Total Sq Ft: 1399

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Basketball Court, Covered Patio
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Metal
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: 1 Attached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas
  • Services: Cable, Exterior Maint./Bldg., Internet, 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 HOA
  • Management Firm: Knapp Properties
  • Management Firm Phone: 515-280-9332

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 690.0000
  • 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: 02002520001364
  • Zoning: Res

Rental Info

  • Rent Restriction Description: No dogs unless emotional support animal. Up to 2 cats. No smoking building. Home can not be leased out as short-term rental - minimum 1 year lease.

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 8102.00
  • Net Taxes: 8102.00
  • Tax Year: 2021

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 4, 2022
Closed on
Jul 12, 2022
Sold by
Bandstra Alice F
Bought by
Mathison Tonya and Mathison David
Seller's Agent
Dale Engelken
United Real Estate Profess
Buyer's Agent
Sheena Foster
RE/MAX Hilltop
List Price
$349,000
Sold Price
$325,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,000
-6.88%
Current Estimated Value
$313,366

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$11,634
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.16%
Original Mortgage
$308,750
Outstanding Balance
$294,592
Interest Rate
5.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$18,774

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 15, 2016
Sold by
Richardson Gary L
Bought by
Bandstra Alice F and Richardson Alice F

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 14, 2012
Sold by
Mccauley Jerry M and Mccauley Arlys F
Bought by
Richardson Alice F

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 1, 2008
Sold by
Richardson Gary L and Richardson Alice F
Bought by
Richardson Alice F

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 14, 2002
Sold by
Varenhorst Donald H and Varenhorst Gail M
Bought by
Mccauley Jerry M and Mccauley Arlys F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$128,000
Interest Rate
6.95%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 2, 1997
Sold by
Rosenberg Steven J
Bought by
Varenhorst Donald H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$119,225
Interest Rate
7.54%
Source: Public Records

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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 $325,000 None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $249,500 Itc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $159,500 --
Warranty Deed $122,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $308,750 New Conventional
Previous Owner $55,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $220,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $128,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $119,225 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/15/2024 04/15/24 Sold $315,000 -4.5% $225 / Sq Ft
03/07/2024 03/07/24 Pending -- -- --
02/14/2024 02/14/24 Price Changed $330,000 -2.9% $236 / Sq Ft
11/08/2023 11/08/23 Price Changed $340,000 -5.6% $243 / Sq Ft
10/11/2023 10/11/23 For Sale $360,000 +10.8% $257 / Sq Ft
07/14/2022 07/14/22 Sold $325,000 -4.1% $232 / Sq Ft
05/04/2022 05/04/22 Pending -- -- --
03/15/2022 03/15/22 Price Changed $339,000 -2.9% $242 / Sq Ft
02/04/2022 02/04/22 For Sale $349,000 -- $249 / 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 $6,562 $344,000 $18,500 $325,500
2023 $7,752 $344,000 $18,500 $325,500
2022 $7,692 $328,900 $17,700 $311,200
2021 $7,528 $328,900 $17,700 $311,200
2020 $7,822 $301,700 $16,200 $285,500
2019 $7,370 $301,700 $16,200 $285,500
2018 $7,294 $274,200 $14,700 $259,500
2017 $6,464 $274,200 $14,700 $259,500
2016 $6,298 $239,000 $12,800 $226,200
2015 $6,298 $239,000 $12,800 $226,200
2014 $5,742 $216,100 $11,600 $204,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 644811

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 020-02520001364