NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3218 E 26th St Des Moines, IA 50317

Fairmont Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $127,000 - $228,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
912 Sq Ft
$217/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 31, 2015

Last sale price $135,000 $148 Per Sq Ft

Est. 47% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,388/month

42 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Family Room Downstairs

About This Home

As of July 2015

Adorable ranch in a great east side neighborhood. 3 bedroom, updated kitchen, granite counters, beautiful hard wood floors, newer roof and heating/cooling systems. The basement is finished with a living room and cozy fireplace. You will love the oversized 2 car garage out back, the covered deck, outside bar and gorgeous underground pool. The home is super clean, well maintained and ready for your family!

Last Listed By

Susan Sheldahl

Realty One Group Impact Listed on: 06/18/2015

Realty One Group Impact

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,962

Year Built

  • Built in 1959

Lot Details

  • 7,500

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 912 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Dining Area
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • 7,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 06003403103000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,962

Year Built

Built in 1959

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 151.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 148.03
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Hardwood Floors, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 912
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 350
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Family Room: 1st Floor, Lower Level
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 912
  • Total Sq Ft: 912

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Detached

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: 0.1720
  • Lot S F: 7500
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 06003403103000
  • 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: 2962.00
  • Net Taxes: 2962.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 3218E26THSTPOLKDESMOINE50317

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 18, 2025
Sold by
Prine Brandon and Prine Rebecca
Bought by
Green Mt Llc
Total Days on Market
42
Current Estimated Value
$198,128

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 23, 2025
Sold by
Mercer Charles W
Bought by
Mercer Deborah L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 7, 2025
Sold by
Green Mt Llc
Bought by
Systematic Investment Partners Llc

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 18, 2015
Closed on
Jul 31, 2015
Sold by
Baker Tyler H and Baker Kathleen
Bought by
Mercer Charles W and Mercer Deborah L
Seller's Agent
Susan Sheldahl
Realty One Group Impact
Buyer's Agent
Susan Sheldahl
Realty One Group Impact
List Price
$138,000
Sold Price
$135,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,000
-2.17%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.95%
Original Mortgage
$115,000
Interest Rate
4.08%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 21, 2010
Sold by
Baker John R
Bought by
Baker Tyler H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$118,712
Interest Rate
5.12%
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
Green Mt Llc $120,000 None Listed On Document
Systematic Investment Partners Llc $140,000 None Listed On Document
Green Mt Llc $112,500 None Listed On Document
Mercer Charles W $135,000 Attorney
Baker Tyler H $129,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Baker Tyler H $115,000
Previous Owner Baker Tyler H $118,712
Previous Owner Baker John R $207,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/31/2015 07/31/15 Sold $135,000 -2.2% $148 / Sq Ft
07/30/2015 07/30/15 Pending -- -- --
06/18/2015 06/18/15 For Sale $138,000 -- $151 / 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 $3,482 $187,500 $32,600 $154,900
2023 $3,628 $187,500 $32,600 $154,900
2022 $3,598 $162,800 $29,100 $133,700
2021 $3,484 $162,800 $29,100 $133,700
2020 $3,614 $148,200 $26,400 $121,800
2019 $3,248 $148,200 $26,400 $121,800
2018 $3,210 $129,400 $22,600 $106,800
2017 $3,004 $129,400 $22,600 $106,800
2016 $2,922 $119,600 $20,600 $99,000
2015 $2,922 $119,600 $20,600 $99,000
2014 $3,080 $124,600 $20,600 $104,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Susan Sheldahl

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Susan Sheldahl

    Realty One Group Impact

    (515) 419-1620

    1 in this area

    308 Total Sales

    Susan Sheldahl
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 456734

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 060-03403103000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50317 Fairmont Park

3218 E 26th St, Des Moines, IA

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This home is located at 3218 E 26th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 since 18 June 2015 and is currently estimated at $198,128, approximately $217 per square foot. This property was built in 1959. 3218 E 26th St is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Garton Elementary School, Goodrell Middle School, and North High School.

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