NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3503 S Union St Des Moines, IA 50315

Indianola Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $133,000 - $154,765

1 Bed
1 Bath
740 Sq Ft
$191/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 22, 2015

Last sale price $71,000 $96 Per Sq Ft

Est. 99% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $997/month

53 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.65 Acre Lot
  • No HOA
  • Tile Flooring
  • Mud Room
  • Bungalow
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of May 2015

UPDATES UPDATES UPDATES! A 2nd bedroom has been added by the seller, the bathroom completely re-done, many new windows, new carpet, and updated electrical and plumbing! Don't stop there! New flooring and walls in the mud room/laundry room, newer exterior doors, newer deck and patio, sliding glass door new last year, newer roof, siding and gutters. PLUS an oversized two car garage and almost 2/3 of an acre!! There is even a vaulted ceiling and a loft. The DRY basement would be great for a shop and/or storage. This is a wonderful home at a wonderful price!!!

Last Listed By

Jason Henness

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 03/30/2015

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1936

Lot Details

  • 0.65 Acre Lot
  • Irregular Lot
  • Property is zoned R1-70

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 740 Sq Ft Home
  • Mud Room
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Gravel Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01003943001000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1936

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 93.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 96.00
  • Year Built: 1936
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 268
  • Other Rooms: Mud Room
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 740
  • Total Sq Ft: 740

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel
  • Garage: 2 Detached

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: 0.6490
  • Qualifier Acres: More or Less
  • Lot S F: 28280
  • Lot Shape: Irregular
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01003943001000
  • Zoning: R1-70

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: 1958.00
  • Net Taxes: 1730.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 3503SUNIONSTPOLKDESMOINE50315

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 11, 2011
Sold by
Citimortgage Inc
Bought by
Kephart Gary A
Total Days on Market
53
Current Estimated Value
$141,191

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 15, 2011
Sold by
Vanessen Timothy J and Van Essen Timothy Joe
Bought by
Citimortgage Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 7, 2004
Sold by
Wood Kerry and Wood Bil
Bought by
Vanessen Timothy Joe

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$72,136
Interest Rate
5.77%
Mortgage Type
FHA

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
Kephart Gary A $22,500 None Available
Citimortgage Inc $31,389 None Available
Vanessen Timothy Joe $73,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Davis Rodney L $20,000
Open Davis Rodney L $69,714
Previous Owner Vanessen Timothy J $83,516
Previous Owner Vanessen Timothy Joe $72,136
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/22/2015 05/22/15 Sold $71,000 +2.9% $96 / Sq Ft
05/22/2015 05/22/15 Pending -- -- --
03/30/2015 03/30/15 For Sale $69,000 -- $93 / 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 $2,488 $126,500 $42,900 $83,600
2023 $2,502 $126,500 $42,900 $83,600
2022 $2,484 $106,200 $37,100 $69,100
2021 $2,374 $106,200 $37,100 $69,100
2020 $2,466 $95,100 $33,100 $62,000
2019 $2,228 $95,100 $33,100 $62,000
2018 $2,206 $82,900 $28,400 $54,500
2017 $2,072 $82,900 $28,400 $54,500
2016 $2,018 $76,600 $25,900 $50,700
2015 $2,018 $76,600 $25,900 $50,700
2014 $1,802 $76,500 $25,400 $51,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Jason Henness

    RE/MAX

    1 in this area

    31 Total Sales

    Jason Henness
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 451211

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-03943001000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Indianola Hills

3503 S Union St, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 3503 S Union St, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 30 March 2015 and is currently estimated at $141,191, approximately $190 per square foot. This property was built in 1936. 3503 S Union St is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Howe Elementary School, Weeks Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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