NOT LISTED FOR SALE

4040 Amherst St Des Moines, IA 50313

Highland Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $192,000 - $211,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,213 Sq Ft
$165/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 28, 2017

Last sale price $131,000 $108 Per Sq Ft

Est. 53% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,402/month

36 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Shades
  • Dining Area
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 4-minute walk to Belle M Turner Park

About This Home

As of July 2017

Welcome Home! Excellent North side location with easy access to the interstate. This move in ready, cheaper than rent, nicely updated 1.5 story has 1,213 sf. There are 2 bedrooms on the main level with the third bedroom located in the finished attic. There is a large freshly painted family room, dining area and kitchen as well! Looking for the perfect starter home? This is it!

Last Listed By

Staci Allen

Realty One Group Impact Listed on: 06/22/2017

Realty One Group Impact

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,795

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 6,650 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x133
  • Property is zoned R1-60

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,213 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Shades
  • Dining Area
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

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 07003213000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,795

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 107.17
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 108.00
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Hardwood Floors, Laminate Floors, Shades/Shutters, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 888
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1213
  • Total Sq Ft: 1213

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

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: 0.1530
  • Lot S F: 6650
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 50X133
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 07003213000000
  • Zoning: R1-60

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: 2795.00
  • Net Taxes: 2266.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 22, 2017
Closed on
Jul 27, 2017
Sold by
Anderson Timothy and Anderson Nichole
Bought by
Lillebo Angela and Frette Lori
Seller's Agent
Staci Allen
Realty One Group Impact
Buyer's Agent
Teresa Hein
BHHS First Realty Westown
List Price
$130,000
Sold Price
$131,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,000
0.77%
Total Days on Market
36
Current Estimated Value
$199,908

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$68,908
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.55%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 11, 2007
Sold by
Vaux Donald and Hesseltine Donna
Bought by
Anderson Timothy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$11,915
Interest Rate
6.18%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

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
Lillebo Angela $131,000 None Available
Anderson Timothy $99,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lillebo Angela $123,600
Closed Lillebo Angela $124,040
Previous Owner Anderson Timothy M $11,915
Previous Owner Anderson Timothy $97,942
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/28/2017 07/28/17 Sold $131,000 +0.8% $108 / Sq Ft
06/28/2017 06/28/17 Pending -- -- --
06/22/2017 06/22/17 For Sale $130,000 -- $107 / 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 $3,394 $172,500 $25,500 $147,000
2023 $3,152 $172,500 $25,500 $147,000
2022 $3,128 $133,700 $20,800 $112,900
2021 $2,934 $133,700 $20,800 $112,900
2020 $3,048 $117,600 $18,200 $99,400
2019 $2,752 $117,600 $18,200 $99,400
2018 $2,492 $102,400 $15,600 $86,800
2017 $2,330 $102,400 $15,600 $86,800
2016 $2,266 $94,700 $14,100 $80,600
2015 $2,266 $94,700 $14,100 $80,600
2014 $2,284 $94,700 $13,800 $80,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • S

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Staci Allen

    Realty One Group Impact

    (518) 238-4917

    2 in this area

    25 Total Sales

    Staci Allen
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  • Tom Miller

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2017

    Tom Miller

    EXP Realty, LLC

    (515) 729-2362

    106 Total Sales

    Tom Miller
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  • T

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Teresa Hein

    BHHS First Realty Westown

  • Angela Glasgow

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2017

    Angela Glasgow

    Realty ONE Group Impact

    (515) 240-1681

    79 Total Sales

    Angela Glasgow
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 542445

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 070-03213000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50313 Highland Park

4040 Amherst St, Des Moines, IA

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This home is located at 4040 Amherst St, Des Moines, IA 50313 since 22 June 2017 and is currently estimated at $199,908, approximately $164 per square foot. This property was built in 1956. 4040 Amherst 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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