NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3944 E 8th St Des Moines, IA 50316

Highland Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $167,000 - $180,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
748 Sq Ft
$232/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 16, 2019

Last sale price $133,900 $179 Per Sq Ft

Est. 30% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,142/month

55 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Family Room
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 1-minute walk to Belle M Turner Park

About This Home

As of May 2019

Check out this hidden gem! This VERY well cared for 2 bedroom ranch has it all. Updated bath, eat in kitchen & partial finished lower level with extra living space, tons of storage, and an office area. 4 season porch attached to large 2 car garage on a HUGE CORNER LOT with privacy fencing. This home will be great for hosting and enjoying outdoor activities with friends and family

Last Listed By

Daniel West

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 03/22/2019

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,632

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 9,711 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 83x117
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Vinyl Fence

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 748 Sq Ft Home
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Family Room
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 11003516000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,632

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 173.66
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 179.01
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Laminate Floors, Smoke Detector
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 748
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 748
  • Total Sq Ft: 748

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Fully Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Vinyl
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Detached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 2

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: 0.2230
  • Lot S F: 9711
  • Lot Size: 83X117
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 11003516000000
  • Zoning: RES

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: 2632.00
  • Net Taxes: 2400.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 22, 2019
Closed on
May 15, 2019
Sold by
Kasper Kathryn L
Bought by
Hokanson Jacob and Lee Cassie
Seller's Agent
Daniel West
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Rachel Scheib
RE/MAX Precision
List Price
$129,900
Sold Price
$133,900
Premium/Discount to List
$4,000
3.08%
Total Days on Market
55
Current Estimated Value
$173,831

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$39,931
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.28%
Original Mortgage
$13,390
Outstanding Balance
$9,335
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$162,754

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 24, 1997
Sold by
Kasper Michael Joseph

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
Hokanson Jacob $134,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Hokanson Jacob $13,390
Open Hokanson Jacob $118,965
Previous Owner Kasper Kathryn L $90,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/16/2019 05/16/19 Sold $133,900 +3.1% $179 / Sq Ft
05/16/2019 05/16/19 Pending -- -- --
03/22/2019 03/22/19 For Sale $129,900 -- $174 / 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 $2,632 $144,300 $30,000 $114,300
2023 $2,666 $144,300 $30,000 $114,300
2022 $2,644 $122,000 $26,300 $95,700
2021 $2,486 $122,000 $26,300 $95,700
2020 $2,576 $108,200 $23,200 $85,000
2019 $2,428 $108,200 $23,200 $85,000
2018 $2,400 $98,900 $20,900 $78,000
2017 $2,340 $98,900 $20,900 $78,000
2016 $2,274 $95,000 $19,700 $75,300
2015 $2,274 $95,000 $19,700 $75,300
2014 $2,160 $90,000 $18,300 $71,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Daniel West

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Daniel West

    RE/MAX

    (515) 238-2242

    1 in this area

    278 Total Sales

    Daniel West
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  • Rachel Scheib

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Rachel Scheib

    RE/MAX

    (515) 238-1420

    121 Total Sales

    Rachel Scheib
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 578365

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 110-03516000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50313 Highland Park

3944 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 3944 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 since 22 March 2019 and is currently estimated at $173,831, approximately $232 per square foot. This property was built in 1954. 3944 E 8th 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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