3224 SW 2nd St Des Moines, IA 50315
Watrous Heights NeighborhoodEstimated payment $1,355/month
Highlights
- Deck
- No HOA
- Family Room
- Ranch Style House
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Dining Area
About This Home
Welcome home to this beautifully updated 3 bed, 1 bath ranch on Des Moines’ south side! Over $38,000 in recent upgrades - including a new roof, furnace, A/C, water heater, siding, gutters, and more - mean you can move right in with peace of mind. Enjoy a bright, open layout with an updated kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops. The updated bathroom, spacious bedrooms, and extensive other updates make this home truly turnkey. Outside, the large yard with an open deck is perfect for entertaining! Plus, there's a detached garage for parking or storage. Conveniently located near schools, parks, shopping, downtown, and more! All the work is done - just unpack and enjoy!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,314
Year Built
- Built in 1956
Lot Details
- 9,120 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 66x138
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Slab Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,260 Sq Ft Home
- Family Room
- Dining Area
- Laminate Flooring
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Laundry on main level
Kitchen
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
Additional Features
- Deck
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 01005903000000
Map
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,248 | $182,800 | $34,600 | $148,200 |
| 2024 | $3,248 | $165,100 | $30,900 | $134,200 |
| 2023 | $3,260 | $165,100 | $30,900 | $134,200 |
| 2022 | $3,234 | $138,300 | $26,700 | $111,600 |
| 2021 | $3,082 | $138,300 | $26,700 | $111,600 |
| 2020 | $3,202 | $123,500 | $23,700 | $99,800 |
| 2019 | $2,902 | $123,500 | $23,700 | $99,800 |
| 2018 | $2,874 | $108,000 | $20,400 | $87,600 |
| 2017 | $2,708 | $108,000 | $20,400 | $87,600 |
| 2016 | $2,408 | $100,100 | $18,600 | $81,500 |
| 2015 | $2,408 | $100,100 | $18,600 | $81,500 |
| 2014 | $2,460 | $101,300 | $18,500 | $82,800 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/05/2025 11/05/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/03/2025 11/03/25 | Price Changed | $205,000 | -2.4% | $163 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/14/2025 10/14/25 | Price Changed | $210,000 | -2.3% | $167 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/22/2025 09/22/25 | Price Changed | $215,000 | -2.3% | $171 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/10/2025 09/10/25 | For Sale | $220,000 | +18.3% | $175 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/28/2023 07/28/23 | Sold | $186,000 | +3.4% | $148 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/10/2023 07/10/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/05/2023 07/05/23 | For Sale | $179,900 | +83.6% | $143 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/04/2015 09/04/15 | Sold | $98,000 | -2.0% | $78 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/04/2015 09/04/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/31/2015 07/31/15 | For Sale | $100,000 | -- | $79 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $186,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $186,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $98,000 | Attorney | |
| Warranty Deed | $107,500 | None Available |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $139,500 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $139,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $79,772 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $86,400 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 725877
APN: 010-05903000000
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