NOT LISTED FOR SALE

331 56th St Des Moines, IA 50312

Westwood Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $229,000 - $260,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,144 Sq Ft
$218/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 30, 2019

Last sale price $170,000 $149 Per Sq Ft

Est. 47% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,663/month

196 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Gas Log Fireplace

About This Home

As of December 2019

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! This cozy 3 bedroom home offers gas fireplace, sunny dining area, and hardwood floors throughout. Outside, find a fenced back yard and deck plus a 2 car attached garage. All appliances stay. This home is within easy walking distance of Hanawalt Elementary and Merrill Middle Schools, and is close to the bike trails.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Stephanie Asklof

BHHS First Realty Westown Listed on: 06/07/2019

Last Buyer's Agent

Helen Turner

BHHS First Realty Westown

BHHS First Realty Westown

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1921

Lot Details

  • 7,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x150
  • Property is Fully Fenced

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,144 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Unfinished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 09002916000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1921

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Two Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 157.34
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 148.60
  • Year Built: 1921
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 572
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1144
  • Total Sq Ft: 1144

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fully Fenced Yard
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Asphalt
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Attached

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
  • Lot Size: 50X150
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 09002916000000
  • Zoning: Res

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: 4731.00
  • Net Taxes: 4731.00
  • Tax Year: 2019

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 20, 2025
Sold by
Schweitzer Chase Edwin
Bought by
Schweitzer Sydney and Jurgensmeier Evan
Current Estimated Value
$249,305

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$12,000
Outstanding Balance
$10,887
Interest Rate
6.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$238,418

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 7, 2019
Closed on
Dec 27, 2019
Sold by
Nassif Kristen S
Bought by
Schweltzer Chase Edwin
Seller's Agent
Stephanie Asklof
BHHS First Realty Westown
Buyer's Agent
Helen Turner
BHHS First Realty Westown
List Price
$209,900
Sold Price
$170,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,900
-19.01%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.94%
Original Mortgage
$164,900
Interest Rate
2.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 2018
Sold by
Nassif Kristen S and Estate Of Kenneth A Johnson
Bought by
Nassif Kristen S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 21, 2010
Sold by
Pearce Robert G and Pearce Mary H
Bought by
Johnsen Kenneth A

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 3, 2005
Sold by
Kayser Dean J and Kayser Muriel M
Bought by
Pearce Robert G and Pearce Mary H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
6.05%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 12, 2003
Sold by
Lovell Eric J and Lovell Michelle Marie
Bought by
Kayser Dean J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$115,650
Interest Rate
5.08%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 30, 2000
Sold by
Herold Sarah E
Bought by
Lovell Eric J and Koch Michelle M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$107,255
Interest Rate
7.62%
Source: Public Records

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
Schweitzer Sydney $240,000 None Listed On Document
Schweitzer Sydney $240,000 None Listed On Document
Schweltzer Chase Edwin $170,000 None Available
Nassif Kristen S -- None Available
Johnsen Kenneth A $137,000 None Available
Pearce Robert G $124,500 --
Kayser Dean J $128,000 --
Lovell Eric J $112,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Schweitzer Sydney $12,000
Closed Schweitzer Sydney $12,000
Open Schweitzer Sydney $232,800
Closed Schweitzer Sydney $232,800
Previous Owner Schweitzer Chase Edwin $71,000
Previous Owner Schweltzer Chase Edwin $164,900
Previous Owner Pearce Robert G $28,000
Previous Owner Pearce Robert G $100,000
Previous Owner Kayser Dean J $115,650
Previous Owner Lovell Eric J $107,255
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/30/2019 12/30/19 Sold $170,000 -19.0% $149 / Sq Ft
12/20/2019 12/20/19 Pending -- -- --
06/07/2019 06/07/19 For Sale $209,900 -- $183 / 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 $4,024 $215,000 $58,500 $156,500
2023 $4,234 $215,000 $58,500 $156,500
2022 $4,200 $188,500 $51,800 $136,700
2021 $4,122 $188,500 $51,800 $136,700
2020 $4,506 $173,800 $47,600 $126,200
2019 $4,206 $173,800 $47,600 $126,200
2018 $4,164 $156,500 $41,900 $114,600
2017 $3,892 $156,500 $41,900 $114,600
2016 $3,792 $143,900 $38,100 $105,800
2015 $3,792 $143,900 $38,100 $105,800
2014 $3,452 $134,800 $35,000 $99,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • S

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Stephanie Asklof

    BHHS First Realty Westown

  • Helen Turner

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Helen Turner

    BHHS First Realty Westown

    (515) 681-5319

    55 Total Sales

    Helen Turner
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 584323

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 090-02916000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50312 Westwood

331 56th St, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 331 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50312 since 07 June 2019 and is currently estimated at $249,305, approximately $217 per square foot. This property was built in 1921. 331 56th St is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Hanawalt Elementary School, Merrill Middle School, and Roosevelt High School.

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