NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3920 Forest Ave Des Moines, IA 50311

Drake Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $284,000 - $324,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,793 Sq Ft
$167/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 21, 2015

Last sale price $170,000 $95 Per Sq Ft

Est. 76% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,054/month

59 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of May 2015

4 bedrooms, 2 baths and a 2 car garage! Don't miss this quaint and charming story and a half home located near popular Forestdale/Germania and Beaverdale neighborhoods. Cozy enclosed front porch is a welcoming feature. Living room with fireplace and dining room with beautiful original woodwork and built-ins. 3 bedrooms and updated bath on the main level. Additional bedroom, bath, sitting room, and storage in the upper level. Well-designed kitchen, refrigerator, stove, dishwasher stay. Unfinished lower level with laundry room (washer and dryer stay), and storage areas. 2 car detached garage. Nice landscaping, backyard fencing. Many updates including main level hardwood floors refinished, fireplace and chimney completely rebuilt, radon mitigation system, asphalt driveway, shower unit and plumbing in main floor bathroom. Schools: Perkins Elementary, Merrill Middle School, Roosevelt High School. This home is very well maintained --- move right in!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lori Adrianse

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 03/23/2015

RE/MAX Concepts

Last Buyer's Agent

Steve Clark

VIA Group, REALTORS

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,515

Year Built

  • Built in 1921

Lot Details

  • 6,500 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Cement Board or Planked

Interior Spaces

  • 1,793 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Screen For Fireplace
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 10000033000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,515

Year Built

Built in 1921

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 92.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 95.00
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1921
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Cable TV, Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Fireplace Screen, Hardwood Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1328
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Other Rooms: See Remarks
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1793
  • Total Sq Ft: 1793

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick, Cement Board
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Asphalt
  • Trim: Oak, Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • 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: 0.1490
  • Lot S F: 6500
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10000033000000
  • Zoning: R

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: 3515.00
  • Net Taxes: 3515.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 3920FORESTAVEPOLKDESMOINE50311

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 28, 2021
Sold by
Walker John M
Bought by
Walker John Michael and The John Michael Walker Revoca
Current Estimated Value
$299,720

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 2, 2020
Sold by
Walker John Michael and Walker John M
Bought by
Walker John Michael and The John Michael Walker Revoca

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$147,200
Outstanding Balance
$108,708
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$195,262

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 23, 2015
Closed on
May 20, 2015
Sold by
Bell Patrick
Bought by
Walker John M
Seller's Agent
Lori Adrianse
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Steve Clark
VIA Group, REALTORS
List Price
$165,000
Sold Price
$170,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
3.03%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.93%
Original Mortgage
$161,500
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 8, 2011
Sold by
Lynn Dennis Donald Glen and Lynn Dennis Catherine
Bought by
Bell Patrick
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

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Walker John Michael -- None Available
Walker John M -- None Available
Walker John Michael -- None Available
Walker John M $170,000 None Available
Bell Patrick $142,500 Itc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Walker John M $147,200
Closed Walker John M $147,200
Closed Walker John M $161,500
Previous Owner Bell Patrick $116,000
Previous Owner Bell Patrick A $114,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/21/2015 05/21/15 Sold $170,000 +3.0% $95 / Sq Ft
05/21/2015 05/21/15 Pending -- -- --
03/23/2015 03/23/15 For Sale $165,000 -- $92 / 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 $4,602 $244,400 $40,400 $204,000
2023 $4,564 $244,400 $40,400 $204,000
2022 $4,526 $202,500 $35,700 $166,800
2021 $4,374 $202,500 $35,700 $166,800
2020 $4,540 $183,900 $32,600 $151,300
2019 $4,150 $183,900 $32,600 $151,300
2018 $4,102 $162,900 $28,500 $134,400
2017 $3,738 $162,900 $28,500 $134,400
2016 $3,636 $146,700 $25,600 $121,100
2015 $3,636 $146,700 $25,600 $121,100
2014 $3,560 $134,000 $23,200 $110,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Lori Adrianse

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Lori Adrianse

    RE/MAX

    (515) 556-0515

    98 Total Sales

    Lori Adrianse
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  • Steve Clark

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Steve Clark

    VIA Group, REALTORS

    (515) 975-2775

    4 in this area

    54 Total Sales

    Steve Clark
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 450772

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 100-00033000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50311 Drake

3920 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 3920 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311 since 23 March 2015 and is currently estimated at $299,720, approximately $167 per square foot. This property was built in 1921. 3920 Forest Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Perkins Elementary School, Merrill Middle School, and Roosevelt High School.

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