NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3907 Cornell St Des Moines, IA 50313

Highland Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $140,000 - $192,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
672 Sq Ft
$238/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 27, 2017

Last sale price $115,000 $171 Per Sq Ft

Est. 39% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,114/month

61 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of February 2017

This house has it all. So many upgrades from completely tiled shower, new cabinets with all kitchen appliances new and stay. Finished basement that has been waterproofed and has a double headed shower with heated towel bars. Newer washer and dryer that stay as well. So much pride of ownership inside and out! Furnace/air/water heater/water softener all new within the year. Fenced yard. Square footage is based on polk county assessors page, actual house is larger with an add on the back of the house of approximately 100 sq foot.

Last Listed By

Gwen Norland

Platinum Realty LLC Listed on: 12/08/2016

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,708

Year Built

  • Built in 1942

Lot Details

  • 7,825 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 55x141
  • Irregular Lot

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 672 Sq Ft Home
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Mud Room
  • Family Room
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 07002483000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,708

Year Built

Built in 1942

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 170.98
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 171.13
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1942
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Drapes/Curtains, Hardwood Floors, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 575
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Other Rooms: Mud Room
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 672
  • Total Sq Ft: 672

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Frame
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak, Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 1 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: 0.1800
  • Lot S F: 7825
  • Lot Shape: Irregular
  • Lot Size: 55X141
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 07002483000000
  • Zoning: RES

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: 1708.00
  • Net Taxes: 1708.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 8, 2016
Closed on
Feb 6, 2017
Sold by
Thomas Mary Elizabeth
Bought by
Rifas Marlene and Tran Michael
Seller's Agent
Gwen Norland
Platinum Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Julio Calvo
RE/MAX Precision
List Price
$114,900
Sold Price
$115,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.09%
Total Days on Market
61
Current Estimated Value
$159,851

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$44,851
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.41%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 15, 2000
Sold by
Thomas Donald Ray
Bought by
Thomas Mary Elizabeth

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 20, 1998
Sold by
Baner Terrill M and Baner Janice L
Bought by
Thomas Donald R and Thomas Mary E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$63,335
Interest Rate
7.03%

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
Rifas Marlene -- None Available
Thomas Mary Elizabeth -- --
Thomas Donald R $53,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Rifas Marlene $111,000
Closed Rifas Marlene $110,371
Previous Owner Thomas Mary Elizabeth $76,975
Previous Owner Thomas Mary Elizabeth $81,400
Previous Owner Thomas Mary Elizabeth $106,000
Previous Owner Thomas Mary Elizabeth $20,000
Previous Owner Thomas Donald R $63,335
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/27/2017 02/27/17 Sold $115,000 +0.1% $171 / Sq Ft
02/07/2017 02/07/17 Pending -- -- --
12/08/2016 12/08/16 For Sale $114,900 -- $171 / 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 $2,632 $144,300 $30,000 $114,300
2023 $2,484 $144,300 $30,000 $114,300
2022 $2,464 $114,300 $24,500 $89,800
2021 $2,284 $114,300 $24,500 $89,800
2020 $2,366 $100,100 $21,400 $78,700
2019 $1,918 $100,100 $21,400 $78,700
2018 $1,894 $79,900 $18,300 $61,600
2017 $1,758 $79,900 $18,300 $61,600
2016 $1,708 $73,500 $16,600 $56,900
2015 $1,708 $73,500 $16,600 $56,900
2014 $1,612 $71,900 $15,900 $56,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • G

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Gwen Norland

    Platinum Realty LLC

  • Julio Calvo

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Julio Calvo

    RE/MAX

    (515) 339-1035

    4 in this area

    102 Total Sales

    Julio Calvo
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 529636

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 070-02483000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50313 Highland Park

3907 Cornell St, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 3907 Cornell St, Des Moines, IA 50313 since 08 December 2016 and is currently estimated at $159,851, approximately $237 per square foot. This property was built in 1942. 3907 Cornell 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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