3218 SW 2nd St Des Moines, IA 50315
Watrous Heights Neighborhood
3
Beds
1
Bath
960
Sq Ft
10,696
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Ranch Style House
- No HOA
- Eat-In Kitchen
- 1 Fireplace
- Shades
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
As of February 2022Affordable and Adorable! This ranch, with nearly 1,000 finished sqft makes a great empty nester home, rental or a home for a first time buyer. Step inside to NEW carpet and NEW designer paint color complemented with white trim. Bayed window in the living room gives lots of natural light and views of quiet neighborhood with mature trees. Eat-in kitchen includes newer appliances and tons of cabinet and counter space with built in desk area. Three bedrooms provide excellent closet space. New flooring and vanity are in the updated full bathroom. Chores are easier in the first floor laundry room complete with washer, dryer and sink. Oversized detached garage is great for storage and has an overhang protecting that patio. Location is just a few blocks off of Park Avenue and near schools, park, and bus route. Make this gem your Home Sweet Home!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,256
Year Built
- Built in 1956
Lot Details
- 10,696 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 81x145
- Property is zoned R1-60
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Slab Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
Interior Spaces
- 960 Sq Ft Home
- 1 Fireplace
- Shades
- Family Room
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Stove
Flooring
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
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
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 3, 2021
Closed on
Feb 16, 2022
Sold by
Kay Putney Savanna and Kay Travis
Bought by
Smith Presha and Smith Debbie
Seller's Agent
AJ Anderson
LPT Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Brady Kluender
Century 21 Signature
List Price
$137,500
Sold Price
$138,350
Premium/Discount to List
$850
0.62%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.08%
Original Mortgage
$135,843
Outstanding Balance
$126,858
Interest Rate
3.55%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$36,812
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 24, 2017
Closed on
Sep 12, 2017
Sold by
Gns Investments Lc
Bought by
Fuller Savanna
Seller's Agent
Pennie Carroll
Pennie Carroll & Associates
Buyer's Agent
Jim Kinley
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$99,500
Sold Price
$99,500
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.72%
Original Mortgage
$97,697
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 15, 2009
Sold by
Gns Investments Lc
Bought by
Martin Kimberly
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 8, 2008
Sold by
Hud
Bought by
Gns Investments Lc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$72,000
Interest Rate
6.41%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 18, 2007
Sold by
Wells Fargo Bank Na
Bought by
Hud
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 29, 2007
Sold by
Allen Jacqueline A and Allen Randy L
Bought by
Wells Fargo Bank Na
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 23, 2004
Sold by
Krukow Nancy C
Bought by
Allen Jacqueline A
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/21/2025 07/21/25 | Price Changed | $175,000 | -2.7% | $182 / Sq Ft |
| 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®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Zineta Imamovic
Seller's Agent in 2025
Zineta Imamovic
Realty ONE Group Impact
(515) 556-6854
88 Total Sales
-
AJ Anderson
Seller's Agent in 2022
AJ Anderson
LPT Realty, LLC
(515) 202-6173
1 in this area
231 Total Sales
-
Connie Anderson
C
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Connie Anderson
LPT Realty, LLC
(760) 579-2269
1 in this area
83 Total Sales
-
B
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Brady Kluender
Century 21 Signature
-
Pennie Carroll
Seller's Agent in 2017
Pennie Carroll
Pennie Carroll & Associates
(515) 490-8025
1,273 Total Sales
-
Jim Kinley
J
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Jim Kinley
RE/MAX
20 Total Sales
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 544583
APN: 010-05902000000
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