NOT LISTED FOR SALE

The Plaza 300 Walnut St Unit 1606 Des Moines, IA 50309

Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $160,000 - $189,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
680 Sq Ft
$249/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 20, 2024

Last sale price $165,000 $243 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,515/month

24 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Basketball Court
  • Shades
  • Central Air
  • In Ground Pool
  • Home Security System
  • 1-minute walk to Cowles Commons

About This Home

As of May 2024

Life in The Plaza is downtown Des Moines living at it's best. In the heart of downtown at 3rd and Walnut, you will love the breathtaking views from the 16th floor in this completely updated condo. Recent updates: (2022) luxury vinyl plank flooring, new bath fixtures, breakfast bar, painted cabinetry, fresh paint. Enjoy an active lifestyle with private tennis courts, outdoor pool, workout room and sundeck. Gather with neighbors in the community room, for fun events. Dues cover internet, water, heating/cooling, trash, secure entry and amenities. (everything except electricity). The Plaza is a secure building with skywalk access so you can easily enjoy the Civic Center, Court Avenue, Wells Fargo Arena, and more! All information obtained from Seller and public records.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kris Mehmen

RE/MAX Precision Listed on: 01/30/2024

RE/MAX Precision

Last Buyer's Agent

Michelle Renken

RE/MAX Concepts

RE/MAX Concepts

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,762

Year Built

  • Built in 1985

HOA Fees

  • $411 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • No Driveway

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 680 Sq Ft Home
  • Shades
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Basketball Court

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 02002520001384

Community Details

Overview

  • Knapp Properties Association, Phone Number (515) 223-4000

Security

  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,762

Year Built

Built in 1985

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$411 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Condo-Townhome
  • Style: Apartment Style
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 250.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 242.65
  • Unit: 1606
  • Year Built: 1985
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Fire Alarm, Security System, See Remarks, Shades/Shutters, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Dining Room: See Remarks
  • Other Rooms: See Remarks
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 680
  • Total Sq Ft: 680

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Basketball Court
  • Foundation: See Remarks
  • Pool: Inground
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: None

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 411.0000
  • Association Fee Term: Month
  • Association Fee: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • HOA Name: Knapp Properties
  • Management Firm: Knapp Properties
  • Management Firm Phone: (515) 223-4000

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: 02002520001384
  • Zoning: DX1

Rental Info

  • Rent Restriction Description: No dogs unless emotional support animal. Up to two cats. No smoking building. home cannot be leased out as short-term rental. Minimum 1 yr. lease. Pet restrictions. Rent restrictions.

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 2761.98
  • Net Taxes: 2552.82

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 2, 2025
Sold by
Invictus Property Management Llc
Bought by
Swift Properties Llc
Current Estimated Value
$169,489

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$68,500
Outstanding Balance
$68,324
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$104,954

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 30, 2021
Closed on
Jun 30, 2022
Sold by
Iowa Rentals Llc
Bought by
Schouten Loryn
Seller's Agent
Dale Engelken
United Real Estate Profess
Buyer's Agent
OUTSIDE AGENT
OTHER
List Price
$179,000
Sold Price
$150,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,000
-16.2%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.51%
Original Mortgage
$90,000
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 30, 2021
Closed on
Jun 24, 2022
Sold by
Iowa Rentals Llc
Bought by
Schouten Loryn
Seller's Agent
Dale Engelken
United Real Estate Profess
Buyer's Agent
OUTSIDE AGENT
OTHER
List Price
$179,000
Sold Price
$150,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,000
-16.2%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$90,000
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 2, 2012
Sold by
Kincaid Charles Robert
Bought by
Iowa Rentals Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 12, 2007
Sold by
Kincaid C Robert and Kincaid Charles Robert
Bought by
The C Robert Kincaid Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$88,800
Interest Rate
6.02%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 30, 2006
Sold by
Suliveres Franklyn and Suliveres Myrian X
Bought by
Kincaid Charles Robert

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$88,800
Interest Rate
6.02%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 1, 2005
Sold by
Carr Mary Lorraine
Bought by
Suliveres Franklyn

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$116,500
Interest Rate
7.5%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 24, 1998
Sold by
Mitchell James L
Bought by
Jess James D and Jess Janice E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
6.99%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Swift Properties Llc $190,000 None Listed On Document
Schouten Loryn $150,000 Dentons Davis Brown Pc
Schouten Loryn $150,000 Dentons Davis Brown Pc
Iowa Rentals Llc -- None Available
The C Robert Kincaid Trust -- None Available
Kincaid Charles Robert $110,500 Itc
Suliveres Franklyn $116,000 Itc
Suliveres Franklyn $116,500 --
Jess James D $49,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Swift Properties Llc $68,500
Previous Owner Schouten Loryn $90,000
Previous Owner Schouten Loryn $90,000
Previous Owner Kincaid Charles Robert $88,800
Previous Owner Suliveres Franklyn $116,500
Previous Owner Jess James D $150,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/20/2024 05/20/24 Sold $165,000 -2.9% $243 / Sq Ft
02/23/2024 02/23/24 Pending -- -- --
01/30/2024 01/30/24 For Sale $170,000 +13.3% $250 / Sq Ft
06/17/2022 06/17/22 Sold $150,000 -6.3% $221 / Sq Ft
04/29/2022 04/29/22 Pending -- -- --
02/16/2022 02/16/22 Price Changed $160,000 -8.6% $235 / Sq Ft
01/04/2022 01/04/22 Price Changed $175,000 -2.2% $257 / Sq Ft
11/03/2021 11/03/21 For Sale $179,000 +19.3% $263 / Sq Ft
10/30/2021 10/30/21 Off Market $150,000 -- --
09/04/2021 09/04/21 Price Changed $179,000 -3.2% $263 / Sq Ft
08/17/2021 08/17/21 Price Changed $185,000 -1.9% $272 / Sq Ft
07/30/2021 07/30/21 For Sale $188,500 -- $277 / 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 $2,512 $138,200 $9,000 $129,200
2023 $2,904 $138,200 $9,000 $129,200
2022 $3,090 $132,100 $8,600 $123,500
2021 $3,024 $132,100 $8,600 $123,500
2020 $3,142 $121,200 $7,900 $113,300
2019 $2,962 $121,200 $7,900 $113,300
2018 $2,932 $110,200 $7,200 $103,000
2017 $2,600 $110,200 $7,200 $103,000
2016 $2,532 $96,100 $6,300 $89,800
2015 $2,532 $96,100 $6,300 $89,800
2014 $2,336 $87,900 $5,700 $82,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Kris Mehmen

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Kris Mehmen

    RE/MAX

    (515) 339-1238

    1 in this area

    78 Total Sales

    Kris Mehmen
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  • Michelle Renken

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Michelle Renken

    RE/MAX

    (515) 979-0857

    2 in this area

    175 Total Sales

    Michelle Renken
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    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Dale Engelken

    United Real Estate Profess

    (515) 491-3863

    19 in this area

    34 Total Sales

    Dale Engelken
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    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    OUTSIDE AGENT

    OTHER

    17 in this area

    5,738 Total Sales

    OUTSIDE AGENT
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About The Plaza

Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 688416

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 020-02520001384

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50309 Downtown Des Moines

300 Walnut St Unit 1606, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 300 Walnut St Unit 1606, Des Moines, IA 50309 since 30 January 2024 and is currently estimated at $169,489, approximately $249 per square foot. This property was built in 1985. 300 Walnut St Unit 1606 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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