$165,000
SOLD MAY 20, 2024
1 Bed
1 Bath
680 Sq Ft
$411/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$243 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

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

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Last Buyer's Agent

Michelle Renken

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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

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%
Total Days on Market
24
Current Estimated Value
$164,483

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$14,483
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.39%
Original Mortgage
$90,000
Outstanding Balance
$86,581
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$78,741

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
Outstanding Balance
$86,581
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$78,741

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

Map

Range of Values:

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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 $150,000 Dentons Davis Brown Pc
Warranty Deed $150,000 Dentons Davis Brown Pc
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $110,500 Itc
Warranty Deed $116,000 Itc
Contract Of Sale $116,500 --
Warranty Deed $49,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $90,000 New Conventional
Closed $90,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $88,800 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $116,500 Seller Take Back
Previous Owner $150,000 Balloon
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

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

About the Listing Agent

Kris Mehmen

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(515) 339-1238

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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 688416

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 020-02520001384