NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3940 Bowdoin St Des Moines, IA 50313

Highland Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $210,322 - $237,000

-- Bed
2 Baths
1,408 Sq Ft
$157/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 25, 2017

Last sale price $127,000 $90 Per Sq Ft

Est. 74% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,591/month

51 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2 Kitchens
  • No HOA
  • Storage
  • Ranch Style House
  • Laundry Room
  • Central Air

About This Home

As of August 2017

Invest in this Duplex with current rental certificates. This duplex was built in 1984 and both units have their own attached garage plus a basement. Located in a quiet neighborhood with easy access to the bus line and also near shopping. Each unit has one bedroom and a spacious living room and nice kitchen areas. Big parking area onsite along with an additional driveway leading to another one car garage.

Last Listed By

Linda Westergaard

RE/MAX Precision Listed on: 06/26/2017

RE/MAX Precision

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1984

Lot Details

  • 7,560 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 63x120

Parking

  • 3 Garage Spaces | 2 Attached and 1 Detached

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Cement Board or Planked

Interior Spaces

  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • 1,408 Sq Ft Home
  • Storage
  • Laundry Room
  • 2 Kitchens
  • Unfinished Basement

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Hot Water Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Gross Income $1,225

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 07000767000000

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Year Built

Built in 1984

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Multi-Family
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 95.81
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 90.20
  • Year Built: 1984
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: MultiFamily

Interior Features

  • Disposals: 2
  • Refrigerators: 2
  • Stoves Total: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1408
  • Kitchens: 2
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Storage: Yes
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1408
  • Total Sq Ft: 1408

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Cement Board, Frame
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Paved: Yes
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: 1 Detached, 2 Attached
  • Off Street Parking: Multiple Parking

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Hot Water
  • Separate Meters: Y

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No
  • Manager: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1740
  • Lot S F: 7560
  • Lot Size: 63X120
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 07000767000000
  • Zoning: R1-60

Rental Info

  • Deposit: Yes
  • Furnished: No
  • Landlord Tenant Utilities: Electric Tenant, Gas Tenant, Insurance Landlord, Misc Exp Landlord, Water Landlord

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 3294.00
  • Net Taxes: 3294.00
  • Tax Year: 2017

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 26, 2017
Closed on
Aug 6, 2017
Sold by
Birkenholz James D and Birkenholz Marcia R
Bought by
Black Russell and Black Jean
Seller's Agent
Linda Westergaard
RE/MAX Precision
Buyer's Agent
Teresa Woods
Realty ONE Group Impact
List Price
$134,900
Sold Price
$127,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,900
-5.86%
Total Days on Market
51
Current Estimated Value
$221,331

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$94,331

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 28, 2011
Sold by
Birkenholz Marcia R and Birkenholz Lawrence Leonard
Bought by
Birkenholz James D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 26, 2011
Sold by
Birkenholz Lawrence L and Birkenholz Marcia R
Bought by
Birkenholz Marcia R

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
Black Russell -- None Available
Birkenholz James D -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/25/2017 08/25/17 Sold $127,000 -5.9% $90 / Sq Ft
08/16/2017 08/16/17 Pending -- -- --
06/26/2017 06/26/17 For Sale $134,900 -- $96 / 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 $4,240 $215,500 $29,000 $186,500
2023 $3,906 $215,500 $29,000 $186,500
2022 $3,876 $165,700 $23,700 $142,000
2021 $3,618 $165,700 $23,700 $142,000
2020 $3,760 $145,000 $20,700 $124,300
2019 $3,418 $145,000 $20,700 $124,300
2018 $3,578 $127,200 $17,700 $109,500
2017 $3,380 $134,500 $17,700 $116,800
2016 $3,294 $125,000 $16,100 $108,900
2015 $3,294 $125,000 $16,100 $108,900
2014 $3,548 $133,500 $15,400 $118,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Linda Westergaard

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Linda Westergaard

    RE/MAX

    (515) 988-4288

    2 in this area

    37 Total Sales

    Linda Westergaard
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  • Teresa Woods

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Teresa Woods

    Realty ONE Group Impact

    (515) 979-9016

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 542632

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 070-00767000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50313 Highland Park

3940 Bowdoin St, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 3940 Bowdoin St, Des Moines, IA 50313 since 26 June 2017 and is currently estimated at $221,331, approximately $157 per square foot. This property was built in 1984. 3940 Bowdoin 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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