NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3609 E 8th St Des Moines, IA 50316

Highland Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $161,000 - $185,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
865 Sq Ft
$199/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 27, 2018

Last sale price $119,900 $139 Per Sq Ft

Est. 43% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,163/month

57 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring
  • Screened Porch
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of September 2018

Great home in desirable neighborhood. Close to downtown, the interstate, and public transportation! Huge 20 X 13 living room with hardwood floor. Formal dining with hardwood floor. Vintage kitchen with gas range and Bosch refrigerator. Cute breakfast area! Two bedrooms with hardwood floors. Updated bath with ceramic tile tub surround, ceramic tile floor, and tub/shower combination. Great rear porch measures 22' X 8'6" with awning windows and screens! Newer high efficiency furnace and central air. 24 X 24 detached garage. Concrete drive. Quick possession!

Last Listed By

Susan Mears

LPT Realty, LLC Listed on: 07/26/2018

LPT Realty, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,934

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 7,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x140
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Property is zoned R1-60

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 865 Sq Ft Home
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Dining Area
  • Screened Porch
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 11001095000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,934

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 138.61
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 138.61
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Drapes/Curtains, Hardwood Floors, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors, Vinyl Floors, See Reserved Items
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 865
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas, Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: None
  • Included Items: Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 865
  • Total Sq Ft: 865

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Exterior Features: Screened Porch
  • Fence Type: Chain Link
  • Foundation: Tile
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • 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: 0.1610
  • Lot S F: 7000
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 50X140
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 11001095000000
  • 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: 1934.00
  • Net Taxes: 1704.00
  • Tax Year: 2017

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 26, 2018
Closed on
Sep 17, 2018
Sold by
Bunnell Shannon L
Bought by
Mendoza Yadira and Mendoza Olga
Seller's Agent
Susan Mears
LPT Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Jim Siebersma
RE/MAX Precision
List Price
$119,900
Sold Price
$119,900
Total Days on Market
57
Current Estimated Value
$171,933

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$52,033
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.53%
Original Mortgage
$116,303
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 20, 2003
Sold by
Knudsen Allan
Bought by
Bunnell Shannon L

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
Mendoza Yadira $120,000 None Available
Bunnell Shannon L $81,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Mendoza Olga L $160,000
Closed Mendoza Yadira $45,500
Closed Mendoza Yadira $116,303
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/27/2018 09/27/18 Sold $119,900 0.0% $139 / Sq Ft
09/21/2018 09/21/18 Pending -- -- --
07/26/2018 07/26/18 For Sale $119,900 -- $139 / 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 $3,008 $163,400 $28,600 $134,800
2023 $2,788 $163,400 $28,600 $134,800
2022 $2,766 $127,200 $23,000 $104,200
2021 $2,578 $127,200 $23,000 $104,200
2020 $2,672 $111,900 $20,200 $91,700
2019 $1,896 $111,900 $20,200 $91,700
2018 $1,872 $79,100 $17,900 $61,200
2017 $1,704 $79,100 $17,900 $61,200
2016 $1,654 $71,500 $16,100 $55,400
2015 $1,654 $71,500 $16,100 $55,400
2014 $1,674 $71,700 $15,900 $55,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • S

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Susan Mears

    LPT Realty, LLC

    (515) 490-5417

    1 in this area

    65 Total Sales

    Susan Mears
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  • Jim Siebersma

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Jim Siebersma

    RE/MAX

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 566344

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 110-01095000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50316 Highland Park

3609 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 3609 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 since 26 July 2018 and is currently estimated at $171,933, approximately $198 per square foot. This property was built in 1925. 3609 E 8th St is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Madison Elementary School, Harding Middle School, and North High School.

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