$147,500
SOLD AUG 18, 2017
1 Bed
1 Bath
785 Sq Ft
$406/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$188 Per Sq Ft

13% Below List Price

100 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of August 2017

Ever wanted to live in the heart of downtown and get the experience of being in the middle of it all? This unit features large windows with tons of natural light, walk-in closet, french doors, & great views of the river & Capitol. Extra storage is available in the underground heated garage, as well as bicycle storage. Your HOA dues include access to the outdoor pool, indoor hot tub you can use all year round, sauna, exercise room, community room, & basketball & tennis courts. DirecTV, internet, & water are included, owner is responsible for electric only. You also have easy access to the skywalk as it is connected to the building on the 2nd floor.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joni Brooks

Keller Williams Realty GDM Listed on: 05/10/2017

Last Buyer's Agent

Victoria Swanson

LPT Realty, LLC

LPT Realty, LLC

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,126

Year Built

  • Built in 1985

HOA Fees

  • $406 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 785 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Dining Area
  • Laminate Flooring

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Home Security

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessible Doors
  • Accessible Ramps

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Municipal Trash
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 02002520001306

Community Details

Overview

  • Knapp Properties Association, Phone Number (515) 222-5209

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

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,126

Year Built

Built in 1985

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$406 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Condo-Townhome
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 191.08
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 187.90
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Unit: 711
  • Year Built: 1985
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cable TV, Laminate Floors, Smoke Detector
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Handicap Features: Doors, Ramp
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 785
  • Total Sq Ft: 785

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick
  • Street Feature: Concrete, Public Sidewalk
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 1 Attached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Services: Exterior Maint./Bldg., Lawn Care, 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
  • HOA Name: The Plazas Homeowners Assoc
  • Management Firm: Knapp Properties
  • Management Firm Phone: 515-222-5209

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 406.0000
  • 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: 02002520001306
  • Zoning: C-3

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 3126.00
  • Net Taxes: 3126.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 10, 2017
Closed on
Aug 14, 2017
Sold by
Speck Paul
Bought by
Rayman Jan
Seller's Agent
Joni Brooks
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Buyer's Agent
Victoria Swanson
LPT Realty, LLC
List Price
$170,000
Sold Price
$147,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$22,500
-13.24%
Total Days on Market
100
Current Estimated Value
$186,137

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$38,637
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.03%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 3, 2008
Sold by
300 Walnut Llc
Bought by
Cade Peter T

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$125,100
Interest Rate
5.73%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $147,500 None Available
Corporate Deed $138,500 Itc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $104,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $125,100 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/18/2017 08/18/17 Sold $147,500 -13.2% $188 / Sq Ft
08/18/2017 08/18/17 Pending -- -- --
05/10/2017 05/10/17 For Sale $170,000 +30.8% $217 / Sq Ft
06/29/2015 06/29/15 Sold $130,000 -5.1% $166 / Sq Ft
06/26/2015 06/26/15 Pending -- -- --
02/24/2015 02/24/15 For Sale $137,000 +9.6% $175 / Sq Ft
04/22/2014 04/22/14 Sold $125,000 -7.4% $159 / Sq Ft
04/11/2014 04/11/14 Pending -- -- --
10/24/2012 10/24/12 For Sale $135,000 -- $172 / 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 $2,654 $145,400 $10,400 $135,000
2023 $3,066 $145,400 $10,400 $135,000
2022 $3,042 $139,000 $9,900 $129,100
2021 $2,968 $139,000 $9,900 $129,100
2020 $3,078 $127,500 $9,100 $118,400
2019 $2,886 $127,500 $9,100 $118,400
2018 $3,084 $115,900 $8,300 $107,600
2017 $2,732 $115,900 $8,300 $107,600
2016 $2,662 $101,000 $7,200 $93,800
2015 $2,662 $101,000 $7,200 $93,800
2014 $2,110 $91,300 $6,500 $84,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 539293

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 020-02520001306