$198,000
SOLD JUN 16, 2025
2 Beds
1 Bath
800 Sq Ft
9,960 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$248 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

26 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of June 2025

This well kept ranch home is tucked into the Douglas Acres neighborhood on the northeast side of Des Moines. Sitting on nearly a quarter-acre lot, it offers a comfortable layout with two bedrooms on the main floor and a third bedroom in the basement with an egress window. There's a full bathroom upstairs and a bath downstairs for added convenience.The kitchen has room for a table and includes stainless steel appliances. Vinyl windows throughout help bring in natural light, and the HVAC system and water heater were both updated about eight years ago. Over the years, the home has seen a number of updates.Outside, you'll find mature trees, established landscaping, and plenty of space to enjoy the outdoors. A 2-car detached garage and 20x10 shed offer extra storage or room for hobbies.Located close to grocery stores, restaurants, parks, and more! This home offers a quiet setting with everyday amenities just minutes away.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Erika Scovel

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 04/17/2025

RE/MAX Concepts

Last Buyer's Agent

Justin Marshall

RE/MAX Results

RE/MAX Results

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,602

Year Built

  • Built in 1952

Lot Details

  • 9,960 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60x166
  • Property is zoned N1B

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 800 Sq Ft Home
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Window Egress

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

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 06001652000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,602

Year Built

Built in 1952

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 256.25
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 247.50
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Egress Windows, Finished, Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 800
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 800
  • Total Sq Ft: 800

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 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: 0.2290
  • Lot S F: 9960
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 60X166
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 06001652000000
  • Zoning: N1B

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: 2602.16
  • Net Taxes: 2396.28

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 18, 2018
Sold by
Grochala Joseph K and Palmer Fr Frank S
Bought by
Grochala Peter J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$12,778
Outstanding Balance
$9,554
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$174,760

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 13, 2002
Sold by
Fetters Andrew A and Robb Robyn M
Bought by
Fetters Andrew A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 9, 2000
Sold by
Bankers Trust Company Of California Na
Bought by
Wing Robert L and Wing Arlene M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 24, 1999
Sold by
Va
Bought by
Bankers Trust Company Of California Na

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 29, 1999
Sold by
Va
Bought by
Wing Robert L and Wing Arlene M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$56,025
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 17, 1998
Sold by
Estes Richard Lee and Estes Valerie L
Bought by
Va

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$56,025
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 28, 1998
Sold by
Rice Bob E and Mcpherson Michelle Kay
Bought by
Reliestar Mtg Corp and Washington Square Mtg Company
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $160,000 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Warranty Deed $62,000 --
Warranty Deed -- --
Contract Of Sale $62,250 --
Sheriffs Deed $55,920 --
Sheriffs Deed $79,073 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $12,778 New Conventional
Previous Owner $59,202 New Conventional
Previous Owner $56,025 VA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Sold $198,000 -3.4% $248 / Sq Ft
05/13/2025 05/13/25 Pending -- -- --
04/17/2025 04/17/25 For Sale $205,000 -- $256 / 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 $2,294 $134,100 $29,300 $104,800
2023 $2,462 $134,100 $29,300 $104,800
2022 $2,440 $113,300 $25,600 $87,700
2021 $2,470 $113,300 $25,600 $87,700
2020 $2,562 $107,600 $24,200 $83,400
2019 $2,244 $107,600 $24,200 $83,400
2018 $2,216 $92,000 $20,200 $71,800
2017 $2,206 $92,000 $20,200 $71,800
2016 $2,144 $90,100 $19,500 $70,600
2015 $2,144 $90,100 $19,500 $70,600
2014 $2,106 $88,000 $18,600 $69,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 716027

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 060-01652000000