NOT LISTED FOR SALE

The Plaza 300 Walnut St Unit 506 Des Moines, IA 50309

Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $159,000 - $180,943

1 Bed
1 Bath
693 Sq Ft
$247/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 19, 2018

Last sale price $141,000 $203 Per Sq Ft

Est. 21% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,471/month

36 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Recreation Facilities
  • Security Service
  • Sauna
  • Community Center
  • 1-minute walk to Cowles Commons

About This Home

As of September 2018

High rise city living at it's best! The Plaza holds the who's who of Des Moines and offers gorgeous views and maintenance free living. This 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom unit was updated in 2015 with new flooring, granite and a back splash in the kitchen, new refrigerator and built in shelving. This particular unit only shares a wall on 1 side and it's close to laundry and the elevator. Unit comes with a one car garage and extra storage space above.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bryan Curtis

Attain RE Listed on: 07/23/2018

Last Buyer's Agent

Brandy Laiblin

RE/MAX Revolution

RE/MAX Revolution

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,332

Year Built

  • Built in 1985

HOA Fees

  • $360 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • 693 Sq Ft Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Metal Roof

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Home Security

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Municipal Trash
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 02002520001280

Community Details

Overview

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

Amenities

  • Sauna
  • Community Center
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Recreation Facilities

Security

  • Security Service
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,332

Year Built

Built in 1985

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$360 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Condo-Townhome
  • Style: Apartment Style
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 214.29
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 203.46
  • Unit: 506
  • Year Built: 1985
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cable TV, Laminate Floors, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 693
  • Total Sq Ft: 693

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick
  • Foundation: Concrete Block, Poured
  • Roof: Metal
  • Street Feature: Asphalt, Public Sidewalk

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 1 Attached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Electric Forced Air
  • Services: Exterior Maint./Bldg., Recreational Facilities, Security Services, Trash Service, Utilities

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities: Community Center, Community Laundry, Exercise Room, Extra Storage, Sauna
  • HOA Name: Plaza Condo Association
  • Management Firm: Knapp Properties
  • Management Firm Phone: 515-223-4000

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 360.0000
  • 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: 02002520001280
  • Zoning: C-3

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 2332.00
  • Net Taxes: 2332.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 23, 2018
Closed on
Sep 19, 2018
Sold by
Olmstead Kathleen and Combe Marnie
Bought by
Iskander Magdy
Seller's Agent
Bryan Curtis
Attain RE
Buyer's Agent
Brandy Laiblin
RE/MAX Revolution
List Price
$149,900
Sold Price
$141,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,900
-5.94%
Current Estimated Value
$170,986

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$29,986
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.05%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 23, 2003
Sold by
Pumpuni Gloria A
Bought by
Miller Ed A and Miller Helen M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$86,450
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 16, 2002
Sold by
Murray William A and Murray Louise A
Bought by
Pumpuni Gloria A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$65,700
Interest Rate
6.23%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 22, 2000
Sold by
Norton Arthur J
Bought by
Murray William A and Murray Louise A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$64,800
Interest Rate
7.98%
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Iskander Magdy $141,000 None Available
Miller Ed A $90,500 --
Pumpuni Gloria A $72,500 --
Murray William A $71,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Olmsted Kathleen $50,000
Previous Owner Miller Ed A $86,450
Previous Owner Pumpuni Gloria A $65,700
Previous Owner Murray William A $64,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/19/2018 09/19/18 Sold $141,000 -5.9% $203 / Sq Ft
08/28/2018 08/28/18 Pending -- -- --
07/23/2018 07/23/18 For Sale $149,900 +36.5% $216 / Sq Ft
05/19/2015 05/19/15 Sold $109,800 +1.7% $158 / Sq Ft
04/19/2015 04/19/15 Pending -- -- --
03/24/2015 03/24/15 For Sale $108,000 -- $156 / 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 $2,440 $124,000 $9,000 $115,000
2023 $2,792 $124,000 $9,000 $115,000
2022 $2,772 $118,500 $8,600 $109,900
2021 $2,712 $118,500 $8,600 $109,900
2020 $2,818 $108,700 $7,900 $100,800
2019 $2,656 $108,700 $7,900 $100,800
2018 $2,628 $98,800 $7,200 $91,600
2017 $2,332 $98,800 $7,200 $91,600
2016 $2,272 $86,200 $6,300 $79,900
2015 $2,272 $86,200 $6,300 $79,900
2014 $1,994 $77,900 $5,700 $72,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Bryan Curtis

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Bryan Curtis

    Attain RE

    (515) 490-2676

    2 in this area

    301 Total Sales

    Bryan Curtis
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  • Brandy Laiblin

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Brandy Laiblin

    RE/MAX

    (515) 290-2298

    147 Total Sales

    Brandy Laiblin
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  • Brenda Olson

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Brenda Olson

    Realty ONE Group Impact

    (515) 988-7658

    1 in this area

    92 Total Sales

    Brenda Olson
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    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Teddi Grindberg

    Iowa Realty Valley West

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About The Plaza

Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 565872

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 020-02520001280

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50309 Downtown Des Moines

300 Walnut St Unit 506, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 300 Walnut St Unit 506, Des Moines, IA 50309 since 23 July 2018 and is currently estimated at $170,986, approximately $246 per square foot. This property was built in 1985. 300 Walnut St Unit 506 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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