NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3936 E University Ave Des Moines, IA 50317

Gray's Woods Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $126,000 - $192,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
962 Sq Ft
$164/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 24, 2017

Last sale price $96,000 $100 Per Sq Ft

Est. 64% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,044/month

130 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.85 Acre Lot
  • No HOA
  • Bungalow
  • Wood Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of April 2017

Good size bungalow up high on the hill situated on enormous in town, fenced lot. large kitchen with formal dining area, living room, enclosed front porch and dry basement. Basement has been rebuilt to concrete block at some point and home needs a littl TLC but overall in great shape with newer roof, vinyl siding, and more. Really private setting with tons of parking

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Matt Maro

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 12/15/2016

Last Buyer's Agent

Adam Israel

Weichert, Realtors - 515 Agency

Weichert, Realtors - 515 Agency

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,456

Year Built

  • Built in 1910

Lot Details

  • 0.85 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 124x298
  • Property is zoned R1-60

Parking

  • Gravel Driveway

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Brick Foundation
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 962 Sq Ft Home
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Family Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Stove
  • Unfinished Basement

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 06000699000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,456

Year Built

Built in 1910

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 102.91
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 99.79
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Hardwood Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 962
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 962
  • Total Sq Ft: 962

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation: Brick, Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak, Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel

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: 0.8480
  • Lot S F: 36952
  • Lot Size: 124X298
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 06000699000000
  • 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: 1456.00
  • Net Taxes: 1456.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 15, 2016
Closed on
Mar 16, 2017
Sold by
Hastings Andrew J and Hastings Hannah
Bought by
Garcia Jose
Seller's Agent
Matt Maro
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Adam Israel
Weichert, Realtors - 515 Agency
List Price
$99,000
Sold Price
$96,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,000
-3.03%
Total Days on Market
130
Current Estimated Value
$157,703

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$61,703
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.41%
Original Mortgage
$94,261
Outstanding Balance
$80,303
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$78,730

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 23, 2010
Sold by
Hastings Andrew J
Bought by
Hastings Andrew J and Hastings Jodi

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$74,100
Interest Rate
4.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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
Garcia Jose $96,000 None Available
Hastings Andrew J -- First American Equity Loan S
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Garcia Jose $54,000
Open Garcia Jose $94,261
Previous Owner Hastings Andrew J $74,100
Previous Owner Hastings Andrew J $73,600
Previous Owner Smith Kathleen A $30,870
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/24/2017 04/24/17 Sold $96,000 -3.0% $100 / Sq Ft
03/25/2017 03/25/17 Pending -- -- --
12/15/2016 12/15/16 For Sale $99,000 -- $103 / 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 $1,904 $107,200 $33,500 $73,700
2023 $1,820 $107,200 $33,500 $73,700
2022 $1,804 $86,100 $27,300 $58,800
2021 $1,664 $86,100 $27,300 $58,800
2020 $1,724 $75,300 $24,000 $51,300
2019 $1,572 $75,300 $24,000 $51,300
2018 $1,550 $67,000 $20,900 $46,100
2017 $1,500 $67,000 $20,900 $46,100
2016 $1,456 $64,000 $19,700 $44,300
2015 $1,456 $64,000 $19,700 $44,300
2014 $1,374 $62,600 $18,900 $43,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Matt Maro

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Matt Maro

    RE/MAX

    (515) 779-3469

    332 Total Sales

    Matt Maro
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    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Adam Israel

    Weichert, Realtors - 515 Agency

    (515) 339-9649

    14 Total Sales

    Adam Israel
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 529899

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 060-00699000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50317 Gray's Woods

3936 E University Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 3936 E University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317 since 15 December 2016 and is currently estimated at $157,703, approximately $163 per square foot. This property was built in 1910. 3936 E University Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Stowe Elementary School, Hoyt Middle School, and East High School.

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