$82,500
$16K PRICE DROP

3940 University Ave Unit 1 Des Moines, IA 50311

Drake Neighborhood

Estimated payment $862/month

Total Views 21,640
2 Beds
1 Bath
882 Sq Ft
$94 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Wood Flooring
  • Central Air
  • Family Room

About This Home

Seller offering $1k closing costs credit, motivated and flexible with terms. This corner unit condo offers two generous bedrooms, a full bathroom, great kitchen, and large living area. Located just blocks from the Drake University campus, this home is walkable to so many amenities from eating to shopping and all the outdoor activities you could want in the Des Moines metro. The HOA and owners within the building are great, monthly dues includes water, heat, trash and insurance along with snow/lawn/exterior maintenance. Recent improvements include: Flooring, paint, kitchen appliances, and multiple fixtures. The home is very easy to show and immediate occupancy is available. Please call an agent today for a private tour or more information about this simple condo that offers incredible quality of life! Seller willing to cover closing costs/etc.

Listing Agent

Cy Phillips

Space Simply

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,521

Year Built

  • Built in 1926

HOA Fees

  • $275 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 882 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 09001049001000

Community Details

Recreation

  • Snow Removal

Additional Features

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,521

Year Built

Built in 1926

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$275 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Condo-Townhome
  • Style: Apartment Style, Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 93.54
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Unit: 1
  • Year Built: 1926
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Cable TV, Carpeting, Hardwood Floors, LVP, See Remarks, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Slab
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas, Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Other Rooms: Pantry, See Remarks
  • Handicap Features: See Remarks
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 882
  • Total Sq Ft: 882

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick, See Remarks
  • Foundation: See Remarks
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Asphalt, Concrete

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Hot Water, Radiant
  • Services: Exterior Maint./Bldg., Lawn Care, See Remarks, Snow Removal

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities: Community Laundry, See Remarks, Snow Removal
  • HOA Name: Casa Vista Apts
  • Management Firm: self

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 275.0000
  • Association Fee Term: Month
  • Association Fee: Yes

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 09001049001000
  • Zoning: R

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 1521.00
  • Net Taxes: 1521.00
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $1,496 $76,090 $15,000 $61,090
2023 $1,602 $79,200 $15,000 $64,200
2022 $1,590 $71,100 $13,500 $57,600
2021 $1,628 $71,100 $13,500 $57,600
2020 $1,690 $65,200 $12,400 $52,800
2019 $1,770 $65,200 $12,400 $52,800
2018 $1,752 $69,000 $11,300 $57,700
2017 $1,750 $69,000 $11,300 $57,700
2016 $1,704 $64,700 $10,600 $54,100
2015 $1,704 $64,700 $10,600 $54,100
2014 $1,720 $64,700 $10,600 $54,100
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/15/2025 04/15/25 For Sale $82,500 0.0% $94 / Sq Ft
04/02/2025 04/02/25 Pending -- -- --
03/03/2025 03/03/25 Price Changed $82,500 -2.9% $94 / Sq Ft
02/12/2025 02/12/25 Price Changed $85,000 -4.5% $96 / Sq Ft
01/29/2025 01/29/25 Price Changed $89,000 -3.3% $101 / Sq Ft
01/08/2025 01/08/25 Price Changed $92,000 -2.6% $104 / Sq Ft
12/16/2024 12/16/24 Price Changed $94,500 -1.6% $107 / Sq Ft
12/02/2024 12/02/24 Price Changed $96,000 -0.5% $109 / Sq Ft
11/12/2024 11/12/24 Price Changed $96,500 -1.5% $109 / Sq Ft
10/31/2024 10/31/24 For Sale $98,000 +69.0% $111 / Sq Ft
06/28/2017 06/28/17 Sold $58,000 -11.5% $67 / Sq Ft
03/31/2017 03/31/17 Pending -- -- --
11/03/2016 11/03/16 For Sale $65,500 -- $76 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $58,000 None Available
Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Contract Of Sale $65,000 None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Contract Of Sale $64,970 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Deed $75,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $55,000 None Available
Contract Of Sale $28,500 None Available
Special Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $59,500 --
Warranty Deed $40,500 --
Warranty Deed $40,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $46,400 New Conventional
Previous Owner $48,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner -- No Value Available
Previous Owner $55,000 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Previous Owner $26,000 Seller Take Back
Previous Owner $9,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $56,900 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $42,230 No Value Available
Previous Owner $32,800 No Value Available
Closed $0 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 706880

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 090-01049001000