NOT LISTED FOR SALE

404 Arthur Ave Des Moines, IA 50313

Union Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $136,000 - $143,653

2 Beds
1 Bath
744 Sq Ft
$187/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 28, 2016

Last sale price $86,000 $116 Per Sq Ft

Est. 62% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $973/month

54 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Bungalow
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of October 2016

Curb appeal and priced to sell. This charming ranch home is move in ready! Updated bath with great tile work, Tiled entry and kitchen, refinished hardwood floors, new ceiling fans, newer low maintenance vinyl windows and sliding door that leads to a great deck and back yard retreat! The garage is insulated and a bonus area in the lower level awaits you! At this price point it won’t last long so schedule a showing today! Ask about the possible $10,000 forgivable loan available for improvements.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ronald Short

RE/MAX Precision Listed on: 08/08/2016

RE/MAX Precision

Last Buyer's Agent

Beth Ernst

Keller Williams Realty GDM

Keller Williams Realty GDM

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,009

Year Built

  • Built in 1941

Lot Details

  • 6,550 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x131

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 744 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 07003139000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,009

Year Built

Built in 1941

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 120.83
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 115.59
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Drapes/Curtains (Part), Hardwood Floors, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 744
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 744
  • Total Sq Ft: 744

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Frame
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 1 Detached

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: 0.1500
  • Lot S F: 6550
  • Lot Size: 50X131
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 07003139000000
  • 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: 2009.00
  • Net Taxes: 2009.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 8, 2016
Closed on
Oct 4, 2016
Sold by
Groh Dean K and Groh Laura
Bought by
Kirk Nick
Seller's Agent
Ronald Short
RE/MAX Precision
Buyer's Agent
Beth Ernst
Keller Williams Realty GDM
List Price
$89,900
Sold Price
$86,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,900
-4.34%
Total Days on Market
54
Current Estimated Value
$139,163

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$53,163
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.93%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 17, 2011
Sold by
Rivas Trinidad and Rivas Joseph Thomas
Bought by
Groh Dean K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$51,656
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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
Kirk Nick -- None Available
Groh Dean K $52,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Groh Dean K $51,656
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/28/2016 10/28/16 Sold $86,000 -4.3% $116 / Sq Ft
10/01/2016 10/01/16 Pending -- -- --
08/08/2016 08/08/16 For Sale $89,900 -- $121 / 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 $2,308 $127,800 $25,300 $102,500
2023 $2,142 $127,800 $25,300 $102,500
2022 $2,124 $99,800 $20,200 $79,600
2021 $1,992 $99,800 $20,200 $79,600
2020 $2,064 $88,400 $17,900 $70,500
2019 $1,894 $88,400 $17,900 $70,500
2018 $1,870 $79,000 $15,800 $63,200
2017 $1,766 $79,000 $15,800 $63,200
2016 $1,714 $73,800 $14,400 $59,400
2015 $1,714 $73,800 $14,400 $59,400
2014 $1,708 $75,600 $14,500 $61,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ronald Short

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Ronald Short

    RE/MAX

    (515) 223-9492

    62 Total Sales

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  • Beth Ernst

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Beth Ernst

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    (515) 599-7730

    2 in this area

    531 Total Sales

    Beth Ernst
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 523425

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 070-03139000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50313 Union Park

404 Arthur Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 404 Arthur Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313 since 08 August 2016 and is currently estimated at $139,163, approximately $187 per square foot. This property was built in 1941. 404 Arthur Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Findley Elementary School, Harding Middle School, and North High School.

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