NOT LISTED FOR SALE

The Plaza 300 Walnut St Unit 704 Des Moines, IA 50309

Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $285,000 - $328,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,420 Sq Ft
$216/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 28, 2014

Last sale price $198,000 $139 Per Sq Ft

Est. 55% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,705/month

122 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of February 2014

Beautiful 2 bedroom 2 bath Plaza condo in downtown Des Moines. Attached to Des Moines easy access skywalk system. This unit has a completely updated kitchen, newer flooring and fresh paint. Unit also includes access to the pool, workout center, tanning bed, and much more! One underground parking space also included!! Great for entertaining or just a quiet simple evening alone! Easy to show.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bradley Johnson

Keller Williams Legacy Group Listed on: 10/29/2013

Keller Williams Legacy Group

Co-Listed By

Darin Justice

Keller Williams Ankeny Metro

Last Buyer's Agent

Scott Wendl

RE/MAX Precision

RE/MAX Precision

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Year Built

  • Built in 1985

HOA Fees

  • $577 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Metal Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,420 Sq Ft Home
  • Dining Area
  • Tile Flooring

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Home Security

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessible Doors
  • Accessible Ramps

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 02002520001299

Community Details

Amenities

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

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Recreation Facilities

Pet Policy

  • Breed Restrictions

Security

  • Security Service
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Year Built

Built in 1985

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$577 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Condo-Townhome
  • Style: Apartment Style
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 151.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 139.00
  • Unit: 704
  • Year Built: 1985
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cable TV, Drapes/Curtains (Part), Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Other Rooms: Pantry
  • Handicap Features: Doors, Ramp
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1420
  • Total Sq Ft: 1420

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick
  • Roof: Metal
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Maple

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 1 Attached

Utilities

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

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities: Community Center, Community Laundry, Exercise Room, Extra Storage, Pet Restrictions, Sauna, Community Swimming Pool, Tennis

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 577.0000
  • 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

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 02002520001299
  • Zoning: C-3

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 4959.00
  • Net Taxes: 4730.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 300WALNUTST704POLKDESMOINE50309

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 29, 2013
Closed on
Feb 25, 2014
Sold by
Buzzard Mark D and Buzzard Leticia M
Bought by
Carol Wendl 2009 Revocable Trust and Wendl Carol
Seller's Agent
Bradley Johnson
Keller Williams Legacy Group
Buyer's Agent
Scott Wendl
RE/MAX Precision
List Price
$215,000
Sold Price
$198,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$17,000
-7.91%
Current Estimated Value
$307,116

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$109,116
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.02%
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
Carol Wendl 2009 Revocable Trust $198,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Buzzard Mark D $160,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/28/2014 02/28/14 Sold $198,000 -7.9% $139 / Sq Ft
02/28/2014 02/28/14 Pending -- -- --
10/29/2013 10/29/13 For Sale $215,000 -- $151 / 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 $5,010 $272,200 $18,500 $253,700
2023 $5,924 $272,200 $18,500 $253,700
2022 $5,876 $260,200 $17,700 $242,500
2021 $5,742 $260,200 $17,700 $242,500
2020 $5,960 $238,700 $16,200 $222,500
2019 $5,602 $238,700 $16,200 $222,500
2018 $5,540 $217,000 $14,700 $202,300
2017 $5,118 $217,000 $14,700 $202,300
2016 $4,986 $189,200 $12,800 $176,400
2015 $4,986 $189,200 $12,800 $176,400
2014 $4,066 $171,100 $11,600 $159,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • B

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Bradley Johnson

    Keller Williams Legacy Group

    (515) 480-4386

    2 in this area

    119 Total Sales

    Bradley Johnson
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  • D

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2014

    Darin Justice

    Keller Williams Ankeny Metro

  • Scott Wendl

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Scott Wendl

    RE/MAX

    (515) 249-9225

    1 in this area

    262 Total Sales

    Scott Wendl
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About The Plaza

Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 426893

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 020-02520001299

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50309 Downtown Des Moines

300 Walnut St Unit 704, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 300 Walnut St Unit 704, Des Moines, IA 50309 since 29 October 2013 and is currently estimated at $307,116, approximately $216 per square foot. This property was built in 1985. 300 Walnut St Unit 704 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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