NOT LISTED FOR SALE

302 Watrous Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

Watrous Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $190,000 - $223,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
947 Sq Ft
$220/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 05, 2017

Last sale price $150,000 $158 Per Sq Ft

Est. 39% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,443/month

52 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.73 Acre Lot
  • No HOA
  • Bungalow
  • Wood Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of October 2017

Not a drive-by! This home has a huge park-like back yard with privacy. Also, lots of driveway and parking space to turn around for front exit to Watrous. 2 ++ car garage with room for a workshop and another storage area behind the garage. Nice covered deck in the back. Enclosed back porch area makes a nice mudroom. Updated mechanicals, 1 full and 3/4 bath, 3 bedroom. Very well cared-for home.

Last Listed By

Jennifer Farrell

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 08/14/2017

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,368

Year Built

  • Built in 1942

Lot Details

  • 0.73 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 100x317

Parking

  • Gravel Driveway

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 947 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 12004915000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,368

Year Built

Built in 1942

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 160.51
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 158.39
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1942
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Hardwood Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished, Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 502
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 200
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 947
  • Total Sq Ft: 947

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air, Heat Pump

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.7280
  • Lot S F: 31700
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 100X317
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 12004915000000
  • Zoning: RES

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 2368.00
  • Net Taxes: 2368.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 14, 2017
Closed on
Oct 3, 2017
Sold by
Scheftner Mark A and Scheftner Jacquilyn L
Bought by
Mon Mi Ai Kyae and Htaw Min Ei Noon
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Farrell
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Seth Walker
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$152,000
Sold Price
$150,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,000
-1.32%
Total Days on Market
52
Current Estimated Value
$208,038

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$58,038
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.34%
Original Mortgage
$3,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,545
Interest Rate
3.78%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second
Estimated Equity
$204,855

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 3, 1999
Sold by
Scheftner Mark and Scheftner Jacquilyn
Bought by
Scheftner Mark and Scheftner Jacquilyn

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$67,500
Interest Rate
6.78%

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
Mon Mi Ai Kyae $150,000 None Available
Scheftner Mark -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Mon Mi Ai Kyae $3,000
Open Mon Mi Ai Kyae $141,000
Closed Scheftner Mark $55,000
Previous Owner Scheftner Mark $73,500
Previous Owner Scheftner Mark $69,300
Previous Owner Scheftner Mark $67,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/05/2017 10/05/17 Sold $150,000 -1.3% $158 / Sq Ft
10/05/2017 10/05/17 Pending -- -- --
08/14/2017 08/14/17 For Sale $152,000 -- $161 / 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 $3,410 $183,800 $47,700 $136,100
2023 $3,202 $183,800 $47,700 $136,100
2022 $3,174 $144,700 $39,300 $105,400
2021 $3,176 $144,700 $39,300 $105,400
2020 $3,294 $135,900 $36,700 $99,200
2019 $2,732 $135,900 $36,700 $99,200
2018 $2,700 $110,200 $32,100 $78,100
2017 $2,436 $110,200 $32,100 $78,100
2016 $2,368 $98,600 $29,700 $68,900
2015 $2,368 $98,600 $29,700 $68,900
2014 $2,266 $97,400 $28,800 $68,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jennifer Farrell

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Jennifer Farrell

    RE/MAX

    (515) 779-7500

    3 in this area

    395 Total Sales

    Jennifer Farrell
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  • Seth Walker

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Seth Walker

    RE/MAX

    (515) 577-3728

    1 in this area

    542 Total Sales

    Seth Walker
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 545977

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 120-04915000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Watrous Heights

302 Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA

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This home is located at 302 Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 14 August 2017 and is currently estimated at $208,038, approximately $219 per square foot. This property was built in 1942. 302 Watrous Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including South Union Elementary School, Brody Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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