NOT LISTED FOR SALE

4031 Colfax Ave Des Moines, IA 50317

Douglas Acres Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $57,000 - $177,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
530 Sq Ft
$215/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 30, 2019

Last sale price $25,000 $47 Per Sq Ft

Est. 355% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $749/month

93 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Bungalow
  • Family Room
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Dining Area

About This Home

As of December 2019

Excellent opportunity to own this home for over $23,000 less than assessed value! Cozy bungalow located on Des Moines NE side just minutes to shopping and freeway access with an easy drive into down town. One bedroom, large living room with dining area and situated on a huge 49 x 493ft lot. This is a Fannie Mae HomePath property. Visit the Fannie Mae website for additional details on this home and others offered by Fannie Mae.

Last Listed By

Diana Pastor

Country Estates Realty Listed on: 08/28/2019

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1937

Lot Details

  • 0.56 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 49x493

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 530 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Dining Area
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Stove

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 06001793000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1937

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 61.32
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 47.17
  • Year Built: 1937
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Slab
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 530
  • Total Sq Ft: 530

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Trim: Paint

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.5550
  • Lot S F: 24157
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 49X493
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 06001793000000
  • Zoning: R

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: 1220.00
  • Net Taxes: 1220.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 11, 2023
Sold by
Williams Ryan and Williams Krystal
Bought by
Toad Haven Property Llc
Total Days on Market
93
Current Estimated Value
$113,764

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 28, 2019
Closed on
Nov 5, 2019
Sold by
Depue David L
Bought by
Ditech Financial Llc
Seller's Agent
Diana Pastor
Country Estates Realty
Buyer's Agent
Krystal Williams
United Real Estate Profess
List Price
$37,500
Sold Price
$25,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,500
-33.33%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
30.63%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 2017
Sold by
Fannie Mae
Bought by
Williams Ryan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 19, 2007
Sold by
Cleary Richard J and Cleary Inez
Bought by
Depue David

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$34,000
Interest Rate
6.19%

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
Toad Haven Property Llc -- None Listed On Document
Ditech Financial Llc $38,400 None Available
Williams Ryan $25,000 Servicelink Llc
Depue David $33,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Depue David $34,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/30/2019 12/30/19 Sold $25,000 -33.3% $47 / Sq Ft
11/29/2019 11/29/19 Pending -- -- --
08/28/2019 08/28/19 For Sale $37,500 -- $71 / 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 $1,418 $72,100 $29,900 $42,200
2023 $1,494 $72,100 $29,900 $42,200
2022 $1,024 $63,400 $26,300 $37,100
2021 $1,018 $43,800 $26,300 $17,500
2020 $1,260 $40,800 $24,200 $16,600
2019 $2,099 $57,400 $24,200 $33,200
2018 $1,220 $54,600 $20,700 $33,900
2017 $1,366 $54,600 $20,700 $33,900
2016 $1,090 $50,100 $18,700 $31,400
2015 $1,090 $50,100 $18,700 $31,400
2014 $1,152 $45,900 $16,900 $29,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • D

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Diana Pastor

    Country Estates Realty

    (515) 710-7100

    58 Total Sales

    Diana Pastor
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  • Krystal Williams

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Krystal Williams

    United Real Estate Profess

    (515) 250-4781

    1 in this area

    49 Total Sales

    Krystal Williams
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 590101

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 060-01793000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50317 Douglas Acres

4031 Colfax Ave, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 4031 Colfax Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317 since 28 August 2019 and is currently estimated at $113,764, approximately $214 per square foot. This property was built in 1937. 4031 Colfax Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Garton Elementary School, Goodrell Middle School, and North High School.

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