3218 SW 2nd St Des Moines, IA 50315
Watrous Heights NeighborhoodEstimated payment $1,222/month
Total Views
977
3
Beds
1
Bath
960
Sq Ft
$187
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Ranch Style House
- No HOA
- Wood Siding
- 1 Fireplace
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
Charming Move-In Ready Ranch! This 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom ranch-style home offers comfortable one-level living with a practical layout and thoughtful features. The bright and inviting living spaces flow seamlessly into a functional kitchen and dedicated laundry room — no stairs, no hassle. Enjoy a spacious backyard perfect for entertaining, gardening, or relaxing, plus a detached garage for extra storage or parking. With its classic charm, convenient layout, and generous yard, this home is ideal for first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone seeking easy, low-maintenance living.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,738
Year Built
- Built in 1956
Lot Details
- 10,696 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 81x145
- Property is zoned N3A
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Block Foundation
- Slab Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 960 Sq Ft Home
- 1 Fireplace
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 01005902000000
Map
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $2,738 | $139,200 | $32,000 | $107,200 |
| 2023 | $2,784 | $139,200 | $32,000 | $107,200 |
| 2022 | $2,552 | $118,100 | $27,700 | $90,400 |
| 2021 | $2,420 | $118,100 | $27,700 | $90,400 |
| 2020 | $2,510 | $105,600 | $24,600 | $81,000 |
| 2019 | $2,252 | $105,600 | $24,600 | $81,000 |
| 2018 | $2,456 | $92,300 | $21,100 | $71,200 |
| 2017 | $2,316 | $92,300 | $21,100 | $71,200 |
| 2016 | $2,256 | $85,600 | $19,400 | $66,200 |
| 2015 | $2,256 | $85,600 | $19,400 | $66,200 |
| 2014 | $1,352 | $86,700 | $19,200 | $67,500 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/08/2025 07/08/25 | For Sale | $179,900 | +30.0% | $187 / Sq Ft |
| 02/17/2022 02/17/22 | Sold | $138,350 | +0.6% | $144 / Sq Ft |
| 02/17/2022 02/17/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/03/2021 12/03/21 | For Sale | $137,500 | +38.2% | $143 / Sq Ft |
| 09/15/2017 09/15/17 | Sold | $99,500 | 0.0% | $104 / Sq Ft |
| 09/08/2017 09/08/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/24/2017 07/24/17 | For Sale | $99,500 | -- | $104 / Sq Ft |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $138,500 | Abendroth Russell Barnett Law | |
| Deed | $99,500 | -- | |
| Contract Of Sale | $96,000 | None Available | |
| Special Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Corporate Deed | $99,500 | None Available | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $99,858 | None Available | |
| Legal Action Court Order | $88,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $135,843 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $97,697 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $97,697 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $72,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $135,843 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 721767
APN: 010-05902000000
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