NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3520 S Union St Des Moines, IA 50315

Watrous Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $105,000 - $122,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
720 Sq Ft
$158/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 17, 2021

Last sale price $102,900 $143 Per Sq Ft

Est. 11% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $820/month

252 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Wood Flooring
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Forced Air Heating System

About This Home

As of September 2021

Livable but does need some work. The interior has been painted and has nice hardwood floors. There is a unique finished shed in the backyard.

Last Listed By

Marlene Thatcher

Keller Williams Realty GDM Listed on: 01/08/2021

Keller Williams Realty GDM

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,224

Year Built

  • Built in 1912

Lot Details

  • 0.38 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 107x152
  • Property is zoned R1-60

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 720 Sq Ft Home
  • Wood Flooring
  • Laundry on main level
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 3 Garage Spaces | 1 Attached and 2 Detached
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Propane

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01000439002000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,224

Year Built

Built in 1912

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 142.92
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 142.92
  • Year Built: 1912
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Hardwood Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 720
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Included Items: Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 720
  • Total Sq Ft: 720

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Storage Shed
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 1 Attached, 2 Detached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air, Propane

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.3750
  • Lot S F: 16355
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 107X152
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01000439002000
  • Zoning: R1-60

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: 2224.00
  • Net Taxes: 2224.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 9, 2024
Sold by
Roberts Luca Joseph
Bought by
Roberts Billy Lee
Total Days on Market
252
Current Estimated Value
$114,045

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$87,625
Outstanding Balance
$87,086
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$26,959

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 3, 2024
Sold by
Bakker Mark A and Bakker Teresa K
Bought by
Roberts Billy Lee and Roberts Luca Joseph

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$87,625
Outstanding Balance
$87,086
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$26,959

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 8, 2021
Closed on
Sep 17, 2021
Sold by
Blue Heeler Properties Lc
Bought by
Roberts Billy Lee and Roberts Luca Joseph
Seller's Agent
Marlene Thatcher
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Buyer's Agent
Marlene Thatcher
Keller Williams Realty GDM
List Price
$119,900
Sold Price
$102,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$17,000
-14.18%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.83%
Original Mortgage
$87,900
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 11, 2020
Sold by
Merrifield Steven E
Bought by
Blue Reeler Properties Lc

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
Roberts Billy Lee -- None Listed On Document
Roberts Billy Lee $103,000 None Listed On Document
Roberts Billy Lee $102,900 None Available
Blue Reeler Properties Lc $63,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Roberts Billy Lee $87,625
Previous Owner Roberts Billy Lee $87,900
Previous Owner Merrifield Steven $58,300
Previous Owner Merrifield Steven $6,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/30/2021 09/30/21 Pending -- -- --
09/17/2021 09/17/21 Sold $102,900 0.0% $143 / Sq Ft
09/03/2021 09/03/21 Price Changed $102,900 -4.6% $143 / Sq Ft
08/15/2021 08/15/21 Price Changed $107,900 -10.0% $150 / Sq Ft
08/06/2021 08/06/21 Price Changed $119,900 0.0% $167 / Sq Ft
08/06/2021 08/06/21 For Sale $119,900 +20.0% $167 / Sq Ft
07/06/2021 07/06/21 Pending -- -- --
05/07/2021 05/07/21 Price Changed $99,900 -7.4% $139 / Sq Ft
04/27/2021 04/27/21 Price Changed $107,900 -13.6% $150 / Sq Ft
01/08/2021 01/08/21 For Sale $124,900 -- $173 / 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 $2,180 $121,300 $34,500 $86,800
2023 $2,136 $121,300 $34,500 $86,800
2022 $2,328 $99,500 $29,800 $69,700
2021 $2,146 $99,500 $29,800 $69,700
2020 $2,224 $94,600 $26,500 $68,100
2019 $1,988 $94,600 $26,500 $68,100
2018 $1,962 $82,500 $22,700 $59,800
2017 $1,828 $82,500 $22,700 $59,800
2016 $1,776 $76,100 $20,800 $55,300
2015 $1,776 $76,100 $20,800 $55,300
2014 $1,726 $76,300 $20,500 $55,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Marlene Thatcher

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    (515) 770-9331

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 620361

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-00439002000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Watrous Heights

3520 S Union St, Des Moines, IA

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This home is located at 3520 S Union St, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 08 January 2021 and is currently estimated at $114,045, approximately $158 per square foot. This property was built in 1912. 3520 S Union St is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Park Avenue Elementary School, Brody Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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