NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3804 Forest Ave Des Moines, IA 50311

Drake Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $248,000 - $516,641

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,504 Sq Ft
$221/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: February 26, 2024

Last sale price $272,000 $181 Per Sq Ft

Est. 22% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,179 / mo

About This Home

Step right up onto the inviting front porch perfect for the upcoming warmer days and then make your way inside this 1500 square foot, 3 Bedroom, 2 Full Bath, two story home! From the entry way you may either make your way up to the second floor of 3 Bedrooms with large closets and a Full bath or make your way to the cozy living room with built-in shelves and electric fireplace. This home has many windows allowing in the warm sunlight and also features new blinds on all the first floor windows. The living room leads to a dining area, kitchen with new appliances, new kitchen sink and faucet, and the den which features a large storage closet, full bath and leads to the back deck that is perfect for summer evenings. The recent addition of the stone patio makes a great entertainment space. The backyard is partially fenced with room for a garden area, has a spacious two car garage, new asphalt driveway, new retaining wall and new roof in 2020. The convenience and walkability to Beaverdale Shopping, Shops on 42nd, Drake University, Witmer Park, Perkins Elementary, and the easy access to I-235 and Downtown area are just some of the Seller’s favorite perks of living in this home. Sellers are also offering a one-year home warranty through First American Home Warranty.

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 18, 2024
Closed on
Feb 22, 2024
Sold by
Erickson Donald L and Erickson Lauren E
Bought by
Smith Joshua L and Smith Charity
Seller's Agent
Shauna Smith
LPT Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
David Charlson
PROmetro Realty
List Price
$272,000
Sold Price
$272,000
Views
4
Current Estimated Value
$332,410

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$60,410
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.32%
Original Mortgage
$227,950
Outstanding Balance
$223,737
Interest Rate
6.66%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$108,673

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 10, 2021
Sold by
Brandt-Erickson Lauren Elizabeth and Erickson Lauren E
Bought by
Erickson Lauren E Brandt and Erickson Donald L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$165,000
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 20, 2017
Sold by
Ahrens Adam R and Ahrens Elizabeth Z
Bought by
Erickson Lauren Elizabeth Brandt

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$138,400
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 6, 2015
Closed on
May 21, 2015
Sold by
Rocksalt Investments Llc
Bought by
Ahrens Adam R and Ahrens Elizabeth Z
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Clark
Century 21 Signature
Buyer's Agent
Kindra Kapsch
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
List Price
$129,900
Sold Price
$127,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,900
-2.23%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.12%
Original Mortgage
$101,600
Interest Rate
2.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 21, 2002
Sold by
Furness Ruth I
Bought by
Marchand Denis and Marchand Christine E T

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$88,000
Interest Rate
6.34%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Smith Joshua L $272,000 None Listed On Document
Smith Joshua L $272,000 None Listed On Document
Erickson Lauren E Brandt -- None Listed On Document
Erickson Lauren Elizabeth Brandt $173,000 None Available
Ahrens Adam R $127,000 None Available
Marchand Denis $109,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Smith Joshua L $227,950
Closed Smith Joshua L $227,950
Previous Owner Erickson Lauren E Brandt $165,000
Previous Owner Erickson Lauren Elizabeth Brandt $138,400
Previous Owner Ahrens Adam R $101,600
Previous Owner Marchand Denis $88,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
02/26/2024 02/26/24 Sold $272,000 0.0% $181 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/20/2024 01/20/24 Pending -- -- --
01/18/2024 01/18/24 For Sale $272,000 +114.2% $181 / Sq Ft
05/22/2015 05/22/15 Sold $127,000 -2.2% $84 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/22/2015 05/22/15 Pending -- -- --
01/06/2015 01/06/15 For Sale $129,900 -- $86 / Sq Ft

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
2025 $4,554 $271,900 $49,000 $222,900
2024 $4,554 $242,000 $43,500 $198,500
2023 $4,586 $242,000 $43,500 $198,500
2022 $4,550 $203,500 $38,400 $165,100
2021 $4,402 $203,500 $38,400 $165,100
2020 $4,568 $185,000 $35,100 $149,900
2019 $3,694 $185,000 $35,100 $149,900
2018 $3,130 $163,900 $30,700 $133,200
2017 $2,818 $135,600 $30,700 $104,900
2016 $2,744 $122,100 $27,500 $94,600
2015 $2,744 $122,100 $27,500 $94,600
2014 -- $123,300 $26,000 $97,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Shauna Smith

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Shauna Smith

    LPT Realty, LLC

    (515) 720-7252

    3 in this area

    77 Total Sales

    Shauna Smith
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  • David Charlson

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    David Charlson

    PROmetro Realty

    (515) 729-0560

    3 in this area

    110 Total Sales

    David Charlson
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  • Jennifer Clark

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Jennifer Clark

    Century 21 Signature

    (515) 208-2255

    174 Total Sales

    Jennifer Clark
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  • A

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015

    Amanda Nagle

    IOWA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®

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  • K

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Kindra Kapsch

    Iowa Realty Beaverdale

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Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50311 Drake

3804 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA

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