NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3020 Thornton Ave Des Moines, IA 50321

Southwestern Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $294,000 - $339,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,808 Sq Ft
$176/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 04, 2016

Last sale price $183,000 $101 Per Sq Ft

Est. 73% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,195/month

159 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1 Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • No HOA
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Family Room

About This Home

As of November 2016

Same owner for 30+ years. Traditional two story floor plan with vaulted living room with full chase brick fireplace. Newer flooring on main level with sliders to beautiful back yard with extended decking area. All bedrooms on second floor with walk in attic that is wonderful for easy access storage. Finished rec room down with daylight window that would be 4th bedroom if needed. Covered from porch, Reed Davisson resale!!

Last Listed By

Matt Maro

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 05/20/2016

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,913

Year Built

  • Built in 1977

Lot Details

  • 0.27 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 89x130

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,808 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Finished Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01001775026000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,913

Year Built

Built in 1977

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Two Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 105.09
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 101.22
  • Year Built: 1977
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 2nd Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Daylight Window, Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 720
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 460
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen, Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1808
  • Total Sq Ft: 1808

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick, Frame
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Attached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2680
  • Lot S F: 11687
  • Lot Size: 89X130
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01001775026000
  • Zoning: R

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: 3913.00
  • Net Taxes: 3913.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 20, 2016
Closed on
Oct 27, 2016
Sold by
Runge Gary L and Runge Donna J
Bought by
Watts Susan J and Watts Cory E
Seller's Agent
Matt Maro
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Matt Maro
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$210,000
Sold Price
$183,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$27,000
-12.86%
Total Days on Market
159
Current Estimated Value
$317,497

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$134,497
Original Mortgage
$179,685
Outstanding Balance
$147,735
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

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
Watts Susan J $183,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Watts Susan J $179,685
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/04/2016 11/04/16 Sold $183,000 -12.9% $101 / Sq Ft
10/26/2016 10/26/16 Pending -- -- --
05/20/2016 05/20/16 For Sale $210,000 -- $116 / 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 $5,222 $275,900 $49,100 $226,800
2023 $4,862 $275,900 $49,100 $226,800
2022 $4,824 $215,200 $39,500 $175,700
2021 $4,822 $215,200 $39,500 $175,700
2020 $5,004 $201,800 $37,300 $164,500
2019 $4,654 $201,800 $37,300 $164,500
2018 $4,602 $181,700 $32,400 $149,300
2017 $3,996 $181,700 $32,400 $149,300
2016 $3,890 $156,300 $28,700 $127,600
2015 $3,890 $156,300 $28,700 $127,600
2014 $3,948 $157,300 $28,500 $128,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Matt Maro

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    Matt Maro

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 517961

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-01775026000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50321 Southwestern Hills

3020 Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 3020 Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321 since 20 May 2016 and is currently estimated at $317,497, approximately $175 per square foot. This property was built in 1977. 3020 Thornton Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Jefferson Elementary School, Brody Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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