$89,717
SOLD MAY 15, 2014

The Plaza 300 Walnut St Unit 1604 Des Moines, IA 50309

Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
673 Sq Ft
$237/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$133 Per Sq Ft

9% Below List Price

154 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Ranch Style House
  • Community Pool
  • Gated Community
  • Sauna
  • 1-minute walk to Cowles Commons

About This Home

As of April 2020

Everything has been beautifully updated in this 16th floor condo! Super spectacular views of the river, stadium and Court District from the spacious balcony that will soon be home to your grill & friends! Located in the heart of downtown this property has premier access to 3 miles of skywalk connecting you to virtually everything downtown.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tina Johnson

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 12/06/2013

Last Buyer's Agent

Joy Briggs

LPT Realty, LLC

LPT Realty, LLC

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,145

Year Built

  • Built in 1985

HOA Fees

  • $237 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Metal Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 673 Sq Ft Home
  • Shades
  • Dining Area
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Home Security

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessible Ramps

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 02002520001382

Community Details

Amenities

  • Sauna
  • Community Center
  • Laundry Facilities

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts

Pet Policy

  • Breed Restrictions

Security

  • Gated Community
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,145

Year Built

Built in 1985

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$237 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Condo-Townhome
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 147.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 133.00
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Unit: 1604
  • Year Built: 1985
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cable TV, Carpeting, Fire Alarm, Shades/Shutters, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas, Eat In Kitchen
  • Other Rooms: See Remarks
  • Handicap Features: Ramp, See Remarks
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 673
  • Total Sq Ft: 673

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Metal
  • Trim: Oak

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Electric Forced Air, Heat Pump

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities: Community Center, Community Laundry, Exercise Room, Gated Community, Pet Restrictions, Sauna, See Remarks, Community Swimming Pool, Tennis

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 236.8200
  • Association Fee Term: Month

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

  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 02002520001382
  • Zoning: RES

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 2145.00
  • Net Taxes: 1918.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 300WALNUTST1604POLKDESMOINE50309
  • Tax Year: 2014

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 6, 2013
Closed on
May 9, 2014
Sold by
Christianson Clinton J and Christianson Sally R
Bought by
Briggs Alexandra J
Seller's Agent
Tina Johnson
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Joy Briggs
LPT Realty, LLC
List Price
$99,000
Sold Price
$89,717
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,283
-9.38%
Current Estimated Value
$164,295

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$74,578
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.44%
Original Mortgage
$85,231
Outstanding Balance
$66,142
Interest Rate
4.28%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$114,494

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 3, 2012
Sold by
Christianson Clinton R and Christianson Sally R
Bought by
Christianson Clinton R

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 11, 2004
Sold by
Horbach Richard J
Bought by
Christianson Clinton J and Christianson Sally R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$70,000
Interest Rate
5.91%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 12, 1999
Sold by
Walsh Michael D and Walsh Anastasia M
Bought by
Horbach Richard J

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
6.42%
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 $90,000 None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $69,500 --
Warranty Deed $49,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $85,231 New Conventional
Previous Owner $70,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $40,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/01/2020 04/01/20 Sold $141,500 -2.4% $210 / Sq Ft
04/01/2020 04/01/20 Pending -- -- --
01/24/2020 01/24/20 For Sale $145,000 +61.6% $215 / Sq Ft
05/15/2014 05/15/14 Sold $89,717 -9.4% $133 / Sq Ft
05/09/2014 05/09/14 Pending -- -- --
12/06/2013 12/06/13 For Sale $99,000 -- $147 / 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 $2,634 $133,900 $8,800 $125,100
2023 $3,016 $133,900 $8,800 $125,100
2022 $2,994 $128,000 $8,400 $119,600
2021 $2,930 $128,000 $8,400 $119,600
2020 $2,816 $117,400 $7,700 $109,700
2019 $2,638 $117,400 $7,700 $109,700
2018 $2,606 $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

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Joy Briggs

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Joy Briggs

    LPT Realty, LLC

    (515) 975-3602

    19 Total Sales

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    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Cathie Beals

    Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

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  • L

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Larry Beals

    Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

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  • Tina Johnson

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Tina Johnson

    RE/MAX

    (515) 314-5701

    5 in this area

    199 Total Sales

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About The Plaza

Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 428291

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 020-02520001382

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50309 Downtown Des Moines

300 Walnut St Unit 1604, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 300 Walnut St Unit 1604, Des Moines, IA 50309 and is currently priced at $89,717, approximately $133 per square foot. This property was built in 1985. 300 Walnut St Unit 1604 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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