NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3214 E University Ave Des Moines, IA 50317

Accent Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $169,000 - $195,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,795 Sq Ft
$102/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 11, 2017

Last sale price $66,000 $37 Per Sq Ft

Est. 178% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,257/month

48 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.35 Acre Lot
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room

About This Home

As of October 2017

3 bedroom classic with almost 1,800 SF of living space. Large lot, Fireplace, Formal dining room. Large master suite upstairs. The home will need some TLC and is priced accordingly. Add your own updates and build equity quickly!!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robert Luce

Iowa Realty Valley West Listed on: 08/24/2017

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Adams

RE/MAX Revolution

RE/MAX Revolution

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1914

Lot Details

  • 0.35 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 110x139

Parking

  • Gravel Driveway

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,795 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 06005543000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1914

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 40.67
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 36.77
  • Year Built: 1914
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1075
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1795
  • Total Sq Ft: 1795

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel

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: 0.3510
  • Lot S F: 15290
  • Lot Size: 110X139
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 06005543000000
  • Zoning: Resid

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: 2450.00
  • Net Taxes: 2450.00
  • Tax Year: 2017

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 24, 2017
Closed on
Oct 11, 2017
Sold by
Secretary Oh Hud
Bought by
Swift Properties Llc
Seller's Agent
Robert Luce
Iowa Realty Valley West
Buyer's Agent
Michael Adams
RE/MAX Revolution
List Price
$73,000
Sold Price
$66,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,000
-9.59%
Total Days on Market
48
Current Estimated Value
$183,295

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$117,295
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.30%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 10, 2014
Sold by
Bank Of America Na
Bought by
Secretary Of Hud

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 27, 2014
Sold by
Jones Michael L and Jones Kathy L
Bought by
Bank Of America Na

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 2011
Sold by
3214 E University Ave Trust and Smith Nathan
Bought by
Jones Michael and Jones Kathy

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 3, 2009
Sold by
Jones Michael and Jones Kathy
Bought by
3214 E University Ave Trust and Smith Nathan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 14, 2005
Sold by
Jones Michael L and Jones Kathy
Bought by
Jones Michael and Jones Kathy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$89,500
Interest Rate
8.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Swift Properties Llc -- None Available
Secretary Of Hud -- None Available
Bank Of America Na $175,173 None Available
Jones Michael -- None Available
3214 E University Ave Trust -- None Available
Jones Michael -- Mortgage Information Service
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Swift Properties Llc $123,750
Previous Owner Jones Michael L $15,724
Previous Owner Jones Kathy L $107,843
Previous Owner Jones Michael $89,500
Previous Owner Jones Michael L $76,946
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/11/2017 10/11/17 Sold $66,000 -9.6% $37 / Sq Ft
09/11/2017 09/11/17 Pending -- -- --
08/24/2017 08/24/17 For Sale $73,000 -- $41 / 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 $2,772 $140,900 $28,800 $112,100
2023 $2,674 $140,900 $28,800 $112,100
2022 $2,654 $113,500 $24,000 $89,500
2021 $2,566 $113,500 $24,000 $89,500
2020 $2,666 $102,800 $21,900 $80,900
2019 $2,572 $102,800 $21,900 $80,900
2018 $2,546 $95,700 $19,300 $76,400
2017 $2,999 $95,700 $19,300 $76,400
2016 $2,893 $90,600 $18,200 $72,400
2015 $2,388 $90,600 $18,200 $72,400
2014 $2,440 $91,800 $18,300 $73,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • R

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Robert Luce

    Iowa Realty Valley West

  • Michael Adams

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Michael Adams

    RE/MAX

    (515) 401-7199

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  • Sheena Foster

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2017

    Sheena Foster

    RE/MAX

    (515) 401-8398

    3 in this area

    188 Total Sales

    Sheena Foster
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 546577

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 060-05543000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50317 Accent

3214 E University Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 3214 E University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317 since 24 August 2017 and is currently estimated at $183,295, approximately $102 per square foot. This property was built in 1914. 3214 E University Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Stowe Elementary School, Goodrell Middle School, and East High School.

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