NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3845 Colfax Ave Des Moines, IA 50317

Douglas Acres Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $139,000 - $179,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
962 Sq Ft
$165/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 18, 2013

Last sale price $34,000 $35 Per Sq Ft

Est. 367% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,094/month

48 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Bungalow
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 4-minute walk to Sargent Park

About This Home

As of December 2013

This home features 2 bedroom 1 bath on a large lot. Needs work. Sold "AS IS" During the first 15 days, only owner occupant offers or those from a public entity will be considered. This property is eligible under the Freddie Mac First Look Initiative through 8-9-13. Home inspection for buyers knowledge only. Water will NOT be turned on. Purchaser should utilize alternative means to determine plumbing condition such as an air pressure test.

Last Listed By

Bill Carmichael

Realty Xperts Listed on: 07/26/2013

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1918

Lot Details

  • 0.56 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned R1-60

Home Design

  • 962 Sq Ft Home
  • Bungalow
  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Siding

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Additional Features

  • Unfinished Basement

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 06008981000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1918

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 36.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 35.00
  • Year Built: 1918
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 920
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 962
  • Total Sq Ft: 962

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Utilities

  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.5580
  • Lot S F: 24300
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 06008981000000
  • 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: 1629.00
  • Net Taxes: 1454.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 3845COLFAXAVEPOLKDESMOINE50317

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 3, 2013
Sold by
Proctor David F
Bought by
Nationstar Mortgage Llc
Total Days on Market
48
Current Estimated Value
$158,725

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 19, 2013
Sold by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
Bought by
Tolle Rentals Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 16, 2013
Sold by
Nationstar Mortgage Llc
Bought by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 24, 2007
Sold by
Proctor Jes
Bought by
Proctor David Frank

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 27, 2006
Sold by
Mckeever Roger E
Bought by
Proctor David F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$72,000
Interest Rate
6.36%

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
Nationstar Mortgage Llc $97,369 None Available
Tolle Rentals Llc $34,000 Servicelink
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation -- None Available
Proctor David Frank -- None Available
Proctor David F $71,500 Itc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Tolle Rentals Llc $54,000
Previous Owner Proctor David F $10,000
Previous Owner Proctor David F $72,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/18/2013 12/18/13 Sold $34,000 -2.6% $35 / Sq Ft
09/12/2013 09/12/13 Pending -- -- --
07/26/2013 07/26/13 For Sale $34,900 -- $36 / 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 $2,510 $127,600 $33,300 $94,300
2023 $2,588 $127,600 $33,300 $94,300
2022 $2,568 $109,800 $29,300 $80,500
2021 $2,502 $109,800 $29,300 $80,500
2020 $2,600 $100,300 $27,000 $73,300
2019 $2,304 $100,300 $27,000 $73,300
2018 $2,280 $85,700 $23,000 $62,700
2017 $2,118 $85,700 $23,000 $62,700
2016 $2,064 $78,300 $20,800 $57,500
2015 $2,064 $78,300 $20,800 $57,500
2014 $1,552 $69,500 $18,500 $51,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • B

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Bill Carmichael

    Realty Xperts

  • S

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Stella Lane

    Platinum Realty LLC

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 422228

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 060-08981000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50317 Douglas Acres

3845 Colfax Ave, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 3845 Colfax Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317 since 26 July 2013 and is currently estimated at $158,725, approximately $164 per square foot. This property was built in 1918. 3845 Colfax Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Garton Elementary School, Goodrell Middle School, and North High School.

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