NOT LISTED FOR SALE

4136 E Seneca Ave Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $159,000 - $174,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
864 Sq Ft
$192/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: October 10, 2025

Last sale price $164,500 $190 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,119 / mo

43 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Family Room
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Wood Fence

About This Home

As of October 2025

This charming three-bedroom ranch home offers comfort and convenience in a newly remodeled space. Inside you'll find a bright family room with durable LVP flooring and a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Outside, the fenced-in backyard provides privacy and space for pets, play or gardening. A one car detached garage adds extra storage and parking. This move-in ready home blends style, function and a welcoming layout.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jill Bassman

Bassman Real Estate Listed on: 08/11/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Lee Scroggins

Iowa Realty Waukee

Iowa Realty Waukee

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,952

Year Built

  • Built in 1961

Lot Details

  • 7,605 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 65x117
  • Wood Fence
  • Property is zoned N3A

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 864 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 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 06000849117000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,952

Year Built

Built in 1961

Lot Details

7,605 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 190.86
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 190.39
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Carpeting, Laminate Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Slab
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 864
  • Total Sq Ft: 864

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Fence Type: Wood
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 1 Detached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 1

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1750
  • Lot S F: 7605
  • Lot Size: 65X117
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 06000849117000
  • Zoning: N3A

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: 2951.68
  • Net Taxes: 2951.68

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 11, 2025
Closed on
Oct 6, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jill Bassman
Bassman Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Lee Scroggins
Iowa Realty Waukee
List Price
$175,000
Sold Price
$164,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,500
-6%
Views
135
Current Estimated Value
$166,296

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,796
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.48%
Original Mortgage
$158,976
Outstanding Balance
$158,976
Interest Rate
6.56%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$7,320

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 21, 2025
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$106,800
Interest Rate
6.62%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 4, 2025
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$106,800
Interest Rate
6.62%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 20, 2004
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$64,080
Interest Rate
6.08%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 8, 2003
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$79,000
Interest Rate
10.41%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 20, 1999
Sold by
Bought by
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

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$164,500 None Listed On Document
$115,000 None Listed On Document
$115,000 None Listed On Document
$95,000 None Listed On Document
$95,000 None Listed On Document
$80,000 --
$78,500 --
-- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $158,976
Previous Owner $106,800
Previous Owner $64,080
Previous Owner $79,000
Closed $16,020
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/10/2025 10/10/25 Sold $164,500 -0.2% $190 / Sq Ft
09/23/2025 09/23/25 Pending -- -- --
09/04/2025 09/04/25 Price Changed $164,900 -3.0% $191 / Sq Ft
08/21/2025 08/21/25 Price Changed $170,000 -2.9% $197 / Sq Ft
08/11/2025 08/11/25 For Sale $175,000 -- $203 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History

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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
2025 $2,714 $156,400 $40,800 $115,600
2024 $2,714 $138,000 $35,600 $102,400
2023 $2,664 $138,000 $35,600 $102,400
2022 $2,642 $113,000 $29,700 $83,300
2021 $2,626 $113,000 $29,700 $83,300
2020 $2,728 $105,200 $27,600 $77,600
2019 $2,484 $105,200 $27,600 $77,600
2018 $2,458 $92,400 $23,800 $68,600
2017 $2,328 $92,400 $23,800 $68,600
2016 $2,268 $86,100 $21,900 $64,200
2015 $2,268 $86,100 $21,900 $64,200
2014 $2,122 $82,900 $20,600 $62,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Jill Bassman

    Bassman Real Estate

    (515) 988-5983

    1 in this area

    23 Total Sales

    Jill Bassman
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    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Lee Scroggins

    Iowa Realty Waukee

    (515) 971-3851

    1 in this area

    16 Total Sales

    Lee Scroggins
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 724057

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 060-00849117000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50317 Sheridan Gardens

4136 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA

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