NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $169,000 - $258,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,036 Sq Ft
$209/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: April 17, 2025

Last sale price $277,000 $267 Per Sq Ft

Est. 22% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,410 / mo

95 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of April 2025

New Life Designs is bringing “Spruce Cottage” back to life. This historic Craftsman home has undergone extensive renovations, including a repaired foundation, new roof, new siding, updated plumbing, and updated wiring. The updated sitting area, living room, spacious dining room, and kitchen have been thoughtfully redesigned to maintain character of the original Craftsman design, blended seamlessly with today’s modern amenities. Every inch of this home has been remodeled, with a finished basement that includes a cozy recreation area, an additional bedroom and a 3/4 bathroom, providing added space and flexibility. This home has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a one-car garage, as well as a private backyard perfect for relaxing or entertaining outdoors. Enjoy the gorgeous front porch, ideal for morning coffee or unwinding in the evening. The beautifully landscaped yard enhances the home’s curb appeal and provides a serene, welcoming atmosphere.
Finally, Spruce Cottage is nestled in the heart of Des Moines’ Highland Park and Oak Park neighborhoods, where you’ll have everything you need right at your doorstep. Enjoy the convenience of nearby shops, dining, and the vibrant 6th Ave corridor. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or looking for a move-in-ready home, "Spruce Cottage" offers the ideal balance of location, style, and comfort.
And - ask about the tax abatement!
Don’t miss out on this opportunity - schedule your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nora Crosthwaite

Realty ONE Group Impact Listed on: 12/12/2024

Realty ONE Group Impact

Co-Listed By

Julia Stender

Realty ONE Group Impact

Last Buyer's Agent

Dakotah Reed

Iowa Realty Ankeny

Iowa Realty Ankeny

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,754

Year Built

  • Built in 1906

Lot Details

  • 6,600 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x132
  • Wood Fence
  • Property is zoned N5

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 1,036 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Window Egress
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 07003791000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,754

Year Built

Built in 1906

Lot Details

6,600 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 265.35
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 267.37
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1906
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Hardwood Floors, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Egress Windows, Partial Finished
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: 1st Floor, Lower Level
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1036
  • Total Sq Ft: 1036

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 1 Attached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1520
  • Lot S F: 6600
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 50X132
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 07003791000000
  • Zoning: N5

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: 2754.00
  • Net Taxes: 2754.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 12, 2024
Closed on
Apr 13, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Nora Crosthwaite
Realty ONE Group Impact
Buyer's Agent
Dakotah Reed
Iowa Realty Ankeny
List Price
$277,900
Sold Price
$277,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$900
-0.32%
Views
89
Current Estimated Value
$216,483

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$60,517
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-17.52%
Original Mortgage
$282,955
Interest Rate
0.0663%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 7, 2024
Closed on
May 29, 2024
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
OUTSIDE AGENT
OTHER
Buyer's Agent
Nora Crosthwaite
Realty ONE Group Impact
List Price
$125,000
Sold Price
$125,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
152.25%
Original Mortgage
$174,400
Interest Rate
0.0709%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 28, 2021
Closed on
Apr 15, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Gabriel Kinser
Century 21 Signature
Buyer's Agent
Heather Knittel
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
List Price
$149,000
Sold Price
$143,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,000
-4.03%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.22%
Original Mortgage
$128,700
Interest Rate
0.0305%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 29, 2020
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 19, 2017
Closed on
Nov 27, 2017
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Brett Fine
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Jenifer Brown
Iowa Realty Ankeny
List Price
$79,900
Sold Price
$82,400
Premium/Discount to List
$2,500
3.13%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.80%
Original Mortgage
$79,928
Interest Rate
0.0388%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 30, 2016
Closed on
Dec 27, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Sonny Walker
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Brett Fine
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$68,000
Sold Price
$50,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$17,500
-25.74%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
70.27%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 16, 2010
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$277,000 None Listed On Document
$125,000 None Listed On Document
$143,000 None Available
$90,000 None Available
$82,500 None Available
$50,500 None Available
-- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $282,955
Previous Owner $174,400
Previous Owner $128,700
Previous Owner $79,928
Previous Owner $50,000
Previous Owner $39,834
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/17/2025 04/17/25 Sold $277,000 +0.8% $267 / Sq Ft
03/17/2025 03/17/25 Pending -- -- --
03/03/2025 03/03/25 Price Changed $274,900 -1.1% $265 / Sq Ft
03/03/2025 03/03/25 For Sale $277,900 0.0% $268 / Sq Ft
02/20/2025 02/20/25 Pending -- -- --
01/30/2025 01/30/25 Price Changed $277,900 -2.5% $268 / Sq Ft
01/15/2025 01/15/25 Price Changed $284,900 -1.7% $275 / Sq Ft
12/12/2024 12/12/24 For Sale $289,900 +131.9% $280 / Sq Ft
06/06/2024 06/06/24 Sold $125,000 0.0% $121 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/07/2024 05/07/24 Pending -- -- --
05/07/2024 05/07/24 For Sale $125,000 -12.6% $121 / Sq Ft
04/23/2021 04/23/21 Sold $143,000 -4.0% $138 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/16/2021 04/16/21 Pending -- -- --
02/28/2021 02/28/21 For Sale $149,000 +80.8% $144 / Sq Ft
11/30/2017 11/30/17 Sold $82,400 +3.1% $73 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/30/2017 11/30/17 Pending -- -- --
10/19/2017 10/19/17 For Sale $79,900 +58.2% $71 / Sq Ft
12/28/2016 12/28/16 Sold $50,500 -25.7% $45 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/28/2016 12/28/16 Pending -- -- --
09/30/2016 09/30/16 For Sale $68,000 -- $60 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History

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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 $2,754 $222,700 $29,200 $193,500
2024 $2,754 $150,500 $25,400 $125,100
2023 $2,626 $150,500 $25,400 $125,100
2022 $2,074 $120,300 $21,400 $98,900
2021 $2,164 $97,600 $21,400 $76,200
2020 $2,248 $86,700 $19,200 $67,500
2019 $2,220 $86,700 $19,200 $67,500
2018 $1,466 $82,600 $17,400 $65,200
2017 $1,884 $55,100 $17,400 $37,700
2016 $1,830 $78,200 $15,700 $62,500
2015 $1,830 $78,200 $15,700 $62,500
2014 $1,772 $78,100 $15,500 $62,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 708886

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 070-03791000000

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