NOT LISTED FOR SALE

312 Porter Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

South Central DSM Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $216,000 - $234,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,383 Sq Ft
$161/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 18, 2015

Last sale price $128,000 $93 Per Sq Ft

Est. 74% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,567/month

83 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Mud Room
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Dining Area

About This Home

As of November 2015

The best features of a NEW home with the character of an older home, mature trees and an established neighborhood... and a great price. Roof: NEW. Kitchen: NEW. Bath: NEW. Furnace, water heater and A/C: all NEW. Original oak floors in bedrooms and hall are restored and look stellar. New paint and texture on the walls and ceiling. New stainless steel range, fridge, dishwasher and microwave. Porcelain tile floor, glass back splash in Kitchen. Tiled floor, tiled shower, new vanity and tub, brushed nickel fixtures in bath all new. Shored up foundation and drainage system and water proofing in LL by Midwest Basement Systems with transferable warranty. Clean cover in the crawl space. One-car attached garage. Mudroom. 6-foot privacy fence around back yard and new deck. Storage shed in back with overhead garage door & electricity. Add plumbing and you have a man cave. Short walk to library, bus stop and water park. 2 blocks to Mitchell Elem. All that for $132,000. Seriously.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Calvin Woods

Your Choice Realty, LC Listed on: 08/27/2015

Last Buyer's Agent

Mary Eikenberry

Coldwell Banker Mid-America

Coldwell Banker Mid-America

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,995

Year Built

  • Built in 1947

Lot Details

  • 10,425 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 75x139
  • Property is zoned R1-60

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,383 Sq Ft Home
  • Mud Room
  • Dining Area
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 12005557000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,995

Year Built

Built in 1947

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 94.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 92.55
  • Year Built: 1947
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, Laminate Floors, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1383
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Other Rooms: Mud Room
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1383
  • Total Sq Ft: 1383

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 1 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: 0.2390
  • Lot S F: 10425
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 75x139
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 12005557000000
  • Zoning: R1-60

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: 2995.00
  • Net Taxes: 2995.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 27, 2015
Closed on
Nov 17, 2015
Sold by
Mark Ii Investment Corp
Bought by
Lane Arwen Leah
Seller's Agent
Calvin Woods
Your Choice Realty, LC
Buyer's Agent
Mary Eikenberry
Coldwell Banker Mid-America
List Price
$132,000
Sold Price
$128,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-3.03%
Total Days on Market
83
Current Estimated Value
$222,715

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$94,715
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.97%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 5, 2014
Sold by
The Bank Of New York Mellon
Bought by
State Savings Bank

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 22, 2013
Sold by
Skalicky Amber S
Bought by
Bank Of New York Mellon

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 13, 1999
Sold by
Solem Marianne and Solem Judith S
Bought by
Gillispie Karen K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$73,350
Interest Rate
8.21%
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
Lane Arwen Leah $128,000 None Available
State Savings Bank $51,536 None Available
Bank Of New York Mellon $37,398 None Available
Gillispie Karen K $81,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Mark Ii Investment Co $47,600
Previous Owner Gillispie Karen K $73,350
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/18/2015 11/18/15 Sold $128,000 -3.0% $93 / Sq Ft
11/18/2015 11/18/15 Pending -- -- --
08/27/2015 08/27/15 For Sale $132,000 -- $95 / 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 $3,804 $203,800 $32,800 $171,000
2023 $3,634 $203,800 $32,800 $171,000
2022 $3,606 $163,100 $26,900 $136,200
2021 $3,368 $163,100 $26,900 $136,200
2020 $3,494 $143,600 $23,700 $119,900
2019 $3,254 $143,600 $23,700 $119,900
2018 $3,216 $129,600 $20,800 $108,800
2017 $3,139 $129,600 $20,800 $108,800
2016 $2,970 $112,700 $18,900 $93,800
2015 $2,970 $112,700 $18,900 $93,800
2014 $2,904 $113,400 $18,600 $94,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Calvin Woods

    Your Choice Realty, LC

    (515) 202-4083

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  • Mary Eikenberry

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Mary Eikenberry

    Coldwell Banker Mid-America

    (515) 238-5225

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 503009

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 120-05557000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 South Central DSM

312 Porter Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 312 Porter Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 27 August 2015 and is currently estimated at $222,715, approximately $161 per square foot. This property was built in 1947. 312 Porter Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including South Union Elementary School, Mccombs Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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