NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3256 E University Ave Des Moines, IA 50317

Accent Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $132,000 - $173,634

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,350 Sq Ft
$112/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 16, 2022

Last sale price $124,000 $92 Per Sq Ft

Est. 22% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,001/month

6 Days on Market

About This Home

As of November 2022

Check out this three bedroom home right across from the Iowa State Fairgrounds. New furnace and A/C in 2018. Oversized one car garage and an almost third of an acre lot. Plenty of room plus a fully enclosed front porch. Come check out this home today.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ryan Lynch

Keller Williams Realty GDM Listed on: 09/30/2022

Keller Williams Realty GDM

Last Buyer's Agent

Angela Meek

RE/MAX Concepts

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,293

Year Built

  • Built in 1903

Lot Details

  • 0.32 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 100x139
  • Property is zoned N5

Parking

  • Gravel Driveway

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,350 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Stove
  • Unfinished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 06005550000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,293

Year Built

Built in 1903

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 100.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 91.85
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1903
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1000
  • Included Items: Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1350
  • Total Sq Ft: 1350

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: None
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.3190
  • Lot S F: 13900
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 100X139
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 06005550000000
  • Zoning: N5

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: 2293.23
  • Net Taxes: 2293.23

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 30, 2022
Closed on
Nov 15, 2022
Sold by
Jrg Group Llc
Bought by
Martin & Martin Investments Llc
Seller's Agent
Ryan Lynch
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Buyer's Agent
Angela Meek
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$135,000
Sold Price
$124,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$11,000
-8.15%
Total Days on Market
6
Current Estimated Value
$151,159

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$27,159
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.11%
Original Mortgage
$233,250
Outstanding Balance
$227,161
Interest Rate
6.94%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Estimated Equity
-$76,002

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 8, 2018
Sold by
Allen Peggy D
Bought by
Jrg Group Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 3, 2013
Sold by
Estate Of Elizabeth J Allen
Bought by
Allen Richard L and Allen Peggy D
Source: Public Records

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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
Martin & Martin Investments Llc $124,000 --
Jrg Group Llc $40,000 None Available
Allen Richard L -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Martin & Martin Investments Llc $233,250
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/16/2022 11/16/22 Sold $124,000 -8.1% $92 / Sq Ft
10/06/2022 10/06/22 Pending -- -- --
09/30/2022 09/30/22 For Sale $135,000 -- $100 / 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 $2,386 $121,300 $27,900 $93,400
2023 $2,122 $121,300 $27,900 $93,400
2022 $2,104 $90,000 $23,300 $66,700
2021 $2,038 $90,000 $23,300 $66,700
2020 $2,118 $81,700 $21,200 $60,500
2019 $2,104 $81,700 $21,200 $60,500
2018 $2,082 $78,300 $18,700 $59,600
2017 $2,014 $78,300 $18,700 $59,600
2016 $1,964 $74,500 $17,700 $56,800
2015 $1,964 $74,500 $17,700 $56,800
2014 $2,000 $75,300 $17,800 $57,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ryan Lynch

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Ryan Lynch

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    (515) 707-8487

    3 in this area

    120 Total Sales

    Ryan Lynch
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  • Angela Meek

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Angela Meek

    RE/MAX

    (515) 577-7729

    6 in this area

    232 Total Sales

    Angela Meek
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 661173

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 060-05550000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50317 Accent

3256 E University Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 3256 E University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317 since 30 September 2022 and is currently estimated at $151,159, approximately $111 per square foot. This property was built in 1903. 3256 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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