$1,175,000
SOLD JUN 13, 2025
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,441 Sq Ft
1.02 Acres

Recently Sold

$481 Per Sq Ft

22% Below List Price

84 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • 1.02 Acre Lot
  • Ranch Style House
  • Mud Room

About This Home

As of June 2025

Experience an unparalleled luxury living experience at this meticulously updated Southern Hills walkout ranch on a 1.023 acre estate. The exceptional design encompasses a perfect blend of sophistication, comfort, and impeccable craftsmanship. Features include a long list of luxury living spaces and high-end amenities*Classic brick exterior and hip roof*Grand open floor plan with soaring ceilings & expansive wall of windows*Extensive remodeling*Designer lighting & high-end finishes*Kitchen remodel includes custom cabinetry and trim, premium appliances, quartz countertops, pantry* Custom built laundry and mudroom*Walkout lower level designed for entertainment & relaxation include bar remodel, indoor/outdoor bar with built in cabinets with rolled steel and soapstone countertops*Lower level walks out to the addition of an outdoor entertaining space including a 20x40 heated saltwater pool, hot tub, awning and professionally landscaped grounds *Complete primary suite remodel includes walk-in tiled shower, soaking tub, double vanities*Heated 4-car garage*Heated driveway*Newer exterior and interior paint*New roof 2019*Every detail of this home has been thoughtfully designed and curated for seamless indoor-outdoor living, ultimate comfort, and effortless luxury. Contact us today for a private tour of this breathtaking estate!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Stephanie Thomas

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 02/12/2025

RE/MAX Concepts

Last Buyer's Agent

Stephanie Thomas

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 02/12/2025

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,785

Year Built

  • Built in 1999

Lot Details

  • 1.02 Acre Lot
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Irregular Lot

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,441 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Mud Room
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Finished Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Oven
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 4 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered patio or porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Radiant Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01004725030000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,785

Year Built

Built in 1999

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 532.57
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 481.36
  • Year Built: 1999
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Direct Vent Gas
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished, Walkout
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 2432
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 2000
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas, Eat In Kitchen, Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: 1st Floor, Lower Level
  • Other Rooms: Mud Room, Pantry
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, See Remarks, Stove, Wall Oven, Washer, Wine Fridge
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2441
  • Total Sq Ft: 2441

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Covered Patio, Deck, Hot Tub
  • Fence Type: Chain Link
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Pool: Inground, Heated
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Asphalt
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 1070
  • Garage: 4 Attached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 4

Utilities

  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air, Hot Water, Radiant, See Remarks

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.0230
  • Lot S F: 44550
  • Lot Shape: Irregular
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01004725030000
  • 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: 16785.00
  • Net Taxes: 16578.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 28, 2023
Sold by
Paulsen David R and Paulsen Daphne C
Bought by
David R Paulsen Revocable Trust and Daphne C Paulsen Revocable Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 25, 2021
Sold by
Christensen Daphne
Bought by
Paulsen David R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$548,250
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 11, 2018
Closed on
Jul 14, 2018
Sold by
Watters Joyce L and Watters Herry
Bought by
Paulsen David R and Christensen Daplane
Seller's Agent
OUTSIDE AGENT
OTHER
Buyer's Agent
Christopher Tursi
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$660,000
Sold Price
$660,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.40%
Original Mortgage
$594,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 6, 2005
Sold by
Watters Jerry L
Bought by
Watters Joyce L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 1998
Sold by
Miller William A and Miller William A
Bought by
Watters Jerry L and Watters Joyce L
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $660,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Deed $18,625 --
Warranty Deed $55,875 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $548,250 New Conventional
Previous Owner $594,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $250,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/13/2025 06/13/25 Sold $1,175,000 -9.6% $481 / Sq Ft
05/07/2025 05/07/25 Pending -- -- --
04/02/2025 04/02/25 Price Changed $1,300,000 -1.9% $533 / Sq Ft
03/25/2025 03/25/25 Price Changed $1,325,000 -1.9% $543 / Sq Ft
03/07/2025 03/07/25 Price Changed $1,350,000 -5.3% $553 / Sq Ft
02/28/2025 02/28/25 Price Changed $1,425,000 -5.0% $584 / Sq Ft
02/12/2025 02/12/25 For Sale $1,500,000 +27.7% $615 / Sq Ft
02/12/2025 02/12/25 Off Market $1,175,000 -- --
07/16/2018 07/16/18 Sold $660,000 0.0% $270 / Sq Ft
07/16/2018 07/16/18 Pending -- -- --
04/11/2018 04/11/18 For Sale $660,000 -- $270 / 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 $16,192 $833,600 $122,700 $710,900
2023 $16,132 $833,600 $122,700 $710,900
2022 $15,318 $693,400 $105,000 $588,400
2021 $15,294 $663,900 $105,000 $558,900
2020 $15,884 $621,500 $98,100 $523,400
2019 $15,526 $621,500 $98,100 $523,400
2018 $15,362 $586,200 $89,900 $496,300
2017 $14,432 $586,200 $89,900 $496,300
2016 $14,056 $542,100 $75,600 $466,500
2015 $14,056 $542,100 $75,600 $466,500
2014 $13,790 $527,700 $74,400 $453,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 711830

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-04725030000