$283,000
SOLD MAR 2, 2022

344 S 48th St West Des Moines, IA 50265

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,476 Sq Ft
8,973 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$192 Per Sq Ft

5% Above List Price

20 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • No HOA
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Jordan Creek Elementary School Rated A-
  • Shades
  • Outdoor Storage

About This Home

As of March 2022

Here is the home you've been looking for! A West Des Monies two story conveniently located close to bike and walking trails, schools, and all the amenities Mills Civic Pkwy has to offer. This 3 bedroom, 3 bath home has a second floor laundry area, an open kitchen, dining and living room, featuring a wood burning fireplace and an extra storage/pantry space. The lower level offers approximately 550 sq ft of finish for an additional family room, office or recreation room. When warmer weather is here, you'll enjoy sitting on your deck overlooking the corner, fenced in lot which is lined with beautiful perennials. Storing all of your outdoor equipment in the backyard shed will free up space in the garage. A new water heater and a radon mitigation system are updates you don't have to worry about! Schedule your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lindsay Reid

Keller Williams Realty GDM Listed on: 02/10/2022

Keller Williams Realty GDM

Last Buyer's Agent

Stephanie Wright

RE/MAX Precision

RE/MAX Precision

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,494

Year Built

  • Built in 1995

Lot Details

  • 8,973 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Wood Fence
  • Irregular Lot

Home Design

  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,476 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Shades
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Dining Area
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Play Equipment

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 32004116598322

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,494

Year Built

Built in 1995

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Two Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 182.86
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 191.73
  • Year Built: 1995
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Wood
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: 2nd Flr Laundry, Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Laminate Floors, Shades/Shutters, See Remarks
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 720
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas, Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor, Lower Level
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1476
  • Total Sq Ft: 1476

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Children’s Play Set, Deck, Exterior Storage Shed, Fully Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 420
  • 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: West Des Moines

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2060
  • Lot S F: 8973
  • Lot Shape: Irregular
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 32004116598322
  • Zoning: R

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: 4494.39
  • Net Taxes: 4320.44

MLS Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 3, 2024
Sold by
Faust Jim and Faust James R
Bought by
James R Faust Revocable Trust and Faust
Current Estimated Value
$330,879

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 10, 2022
Closed on
Mar 1, 2022
Sold by
Houston Chelsey J and Houston Daniel J
Bought by
Faust Jim
Seller's Agent
Lindsay Reid
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Buyer's Agent
Stephanie Wright
RE/MAX Precision
List Price
$269,900
Sold Price
$283,000
Premium/Discount to List
$13,100
4.85%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.08%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 27, 2012
Closed on
Jun 20, 2012
Sold by
Streit Andrew and Streit Peggy J
Bought by
Houston Chelsey and Houston Jr Daniel J
Seller's Agent
Mary Kay Mickelson
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Buyer's Agent
Mary Kay Mickelson
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
List Price
$188,000
Sold Price
$180,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,000
-4.26%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.78%
Original Mortgage
$137,500
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 3, 2001
Sold by
Rae David C and Rae Jessica M Caverly
Bought by
Streit Andrew and Streit Peggy J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$136,000
Interest Rate
6.68%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $283,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $179,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $150,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $137,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $19,820 Unknown
Previous Owner $142,150 Unknown
Previous Owner $18,380 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $136,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/02/2022 03/02/22 Sold $283,000 +4.9% $192 / Sq Ft
03/02/2022 03/02/22 Pending -- -- --
02/10/2022 02/10/22 For Sale $269,900 +49.9% $183 / Sq Ft
06/22/2012 06/22/12 Sold $180,000 -4.3% $122 / Sq Ft
06/22/2012 06/22/12 Pending -- -- --
03/27/2012 03/27/12 For Sale $188,000 -- $127 / 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 $4,592 $289,700 $63,900 $225,800
2023 $4,470 $289,700 $63,900 $225,800
2022 $4,246 $231,500 $52,200 $179,300
2021 $4,200 $231,500 $52,200 $179,300
2020 $4,132 $218,000 $48,800 $169,200
2019 $3,890 $218,000 $48,800 $169,200
2018 $3,894 $198,400 $43,500 $154,900
2017 $3,588 $198,400 $43,500 $154,900
2016 $3,506 $178,300 $38,800 $139,500
2015 $3,506 $178,300 $38,800 $139,500
2014 $3,354 $165,400 $35,000 $130,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 645499

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 320-04116598322