NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3875 E 38th St Des Moines, IA 50317

Capitol Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $203,000 - $222,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,092 Sq Ft
$193/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 21, 2022

Last sale price $175,000 $160 Per Sq Ft

Est. 21% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,483/month

63 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Ranch Style House
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Carpet

About This Home

As of January 2022

All brick ranch located on close to 1/2 acre lot! Open kitchen with updated cabinets with pull out drawers. 3 bedrooms and full bath on the upper floor. Lower level features living room, laundry and 3/4 bath and oversized 2 car garage. Great outdoor space featuring a covered patio and fully fenced yard. Gutter toppers were recently installed.All information obtained from seller and public records.

Last Listed By

Benjamin Van Zee

RE/MAX Precision Listed on: 11/19/2021

RE/MAX Precision

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,036

Year Built

  • Built in 1965

Lot Details

  • 0.37 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 70x230
  • Vinyl Fence
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Property is zoned N2B

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,092 Sq Ft Home
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Carpet
  • Finished Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 06007664004000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,036

Year Built

Built in 1965

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 160.26
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 160.26
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1965
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Smoke Detector
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished, Walkout
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1092
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 308
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1092
  • Total Sq Ft: 1092

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Fence Type: Chain Link, Shared, Vinyl
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Attached

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: 0.3700
  • Lot S F: 16100
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 70X230
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 06007664004000
  • Zoning: N2B

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: 4036.00
  • Net Taxes: 3807.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 19, 2021
Closed on
Jan 20, 2022
Sold by
Carney and Deborah
Bought by
Horsch Cole R
Seller's Agent
Benjamin Van Zee
RE/MAX Precision
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth McKinney
Iowa Realty Altoona
List Price
$175,000
Sold Price
$175,000
Total Days on Market
63
Current Estimated Value
$211,264

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$36,264
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.33%
Original Mortgage
$171,830
Outstanding Balance
$161,737
Interest Rate
3.22%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$52,921

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 7, 2002
Sold by
Kinsey John
Bought by
Carney Norm and Carney Deborah

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$95,000
Interest Rate
6.34%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 14, 2001
Sold by
Smith Gerald K
Bought by
Kinsey John

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$110,000
Interest Rate
7.23%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 17, 1998
Sold by
Smith Dolores J
Bought by
Smith Gerald K

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
Horsch Cole R $175,000 None Listed On Document
Carney Norm $118,500 --
Kinsey John $116,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Horsch Cole R $14,758
Open Horsch Cole R $171,830
Previous Owner Carney Deborah $87,500
Previous Owner Carney Norman $100,000
Previous Owner Carney Norm $95,000
Previous Owner Kinsey John $110,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/21/2022 01/21/22 Sold $175,000 0.0% $160 / Sq Ft
01/21/2022 01/21/22 Pending -- -- --
11/19/2021 11/19/21 For Sale $175,000 -- $160 / 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 $3,670 $186,600 $33,100 $153,500
2023 $3,582 $186,600 $33,100 $153,500
2022 $3,346 $152,000 $27,900 $124,100
2021 $3,264 $152,000 $27,900 $124,100
2020 $3,386 $139,400 $25,500 $113,900
2019 $3,144 $139,400 $25,500 $113,900
2018 $3,106 $125,500 $22,500 $103,000
2017 $2,936 $125,500 $22,500 $103,000
2016 $2,856 $117,100 $20,700 $96,400
2015 $2,856 $117,100 $20,700 $96,400
2014 $3,060 $123,900 $21,500 $102,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Benjamin Van Zee

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Benjamin Van Zee

    RE/MAX

    (515) 971-6132

    1 in this area

    162 Total Sales

    Benjamin Van Zee
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    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Elizabeth McKinney

    Iowa Realty Altoona

    (515) 419-9672

    1 in this area

    30 Total Sales

    Elizabeth McKinney
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 641955

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 060-07664004000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50317 Capitol Heights

3875 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA

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This home is located at 3875 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 since 19 November 2021 and is currently estimated at $211,264, approximately $193 per square foot. This property was built in 1965. 3875 E 38th St is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Brubaker Elementary School, Goodrell Middle School, and North High School.

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