$312,000
SOLD JAN 14, 2014
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,727 Sq Ft
$500/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$181 Per Sq Ft

15% Below List Price

516 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Ranch Style House
  • Recreation Facilities
  • Newly Remodeled
  • Wood Flooring
  • 5-minute walk to Cowles Commons

About This Home

As of April 2015

Downtown's premiere executive condominiums! The Liberty Building on the corner of 6th and Grand offers the finest in luxury living. Built in 1923, the architectural gem is now home to some of Des Moines' most glorious condos. Only 7 remain with some opportunity to customize and they all boast open floor plans, tall ceilings, great views and a superior location. Sky walk access, secured parking and all of the amazing amenities offered through the brand new Hyatt Place Hotel. Food and beverage service. Fitness facility, Pool, to name a few! Also enjoy the theater room and additional storage in the finished lower level. Full tax abatement through 2020 and special financing available! Seller to pay buyer's closing costs on offer accepted by year's end.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

B.J. Knapp

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing Listed on: 07/19/2012

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

Co-Listed By

Michael Kenline

Iowa Realty Waukee

Last Buyer's Agent

Benjamin Van Zee

RE/MAX Precision

RE/MAX Precision

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,050

Year Built

  • Built in 1923 | Newly Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 221 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

  • $500 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,727 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Dining Area
  • Home Security System
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Municipal Trash
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 02001420039000

Community Details

Overview

  • Built by Nelson Construction

Amenities

  • Community Center
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Recreation Facilities
  • Fitness Center

Security

  • Security Service
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,050

Year Built

Built in 1923 | Newly Remodeled

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$500 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Condo-Townhome
  • Style: Ranch
  • Homebuilder: Nelson Construction
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 182.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 181.00
  • Termite: New Construction
  • Unit: 1001
  • Year Built: 1923
  • Special Features: NewHome
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Cable TV, Carpeting, Fire Alarm, Hardwood Floors, Security System, Smoke Detector
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas, Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Other Rooms: See Remarks
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1727
  • Total Sq Ft: 1727

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 1 Attached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Electric Forced Air
  • Services: Exterior Maint./Bldg., Insurance, Recreational Facilities, Security Services, Trash Service

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities: Community Center, Exercise Room, Extra Storage

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 500.0000
  • Association Fee Term: Month

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.0050
  • Lot S F: 221
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 02001420039000
  • Zoning: Resid

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

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 4186THAVE1001POLKDESMOINE50309

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 30, 2015
Closed on
Apr 20, 2015
Sold by
Thomas Bret C and Thomas Kris
Bought by
Downing Michael S and Bernreuter Kathleen
Seller's Agent
Leah Topliff
RE/MAX Precision
Buyer's Agent
Meg Nixon
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
List Price
$345,000
Sold Price
$342,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,000
-0.87%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.19%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $342,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $249,600 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/15/2025 07/15/25 Pending -- -- --
07/09/2025 07/09/25 Price Changed $399,900 -7.0% $232 / Sq Ft
05/05/2025 05/05/25 Price Changed $429,900 -2.3% $249 / Sq Ft
02/28/2025 02/28/25 For Sale $440,000 +28.7% $255 / Sq Ft
04/22/2015 04/22/15 Sold $342,000 -0.9% $198 / Sq Ft
04/15/2015 04/15/15 Pending -- -- --
01/30/2015 01/30/15 For Sale $345,000 +10.6% $200 / Sq Ft
01/14/2014 01/14/14 Sold $312,000 -14.5% $181 / Sq Ft
12/17/2013 12/17/13 Pending -- -- --
07/19/2012 07/19/12 For Sale $365,000 -- $211 / 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 $9,050 $460,000 $17,700 $442,300
2023 $9,732 $460,000 $17,700 $442,300
2022 $9,658 $412,900 $15,900 $397,000
2021 $522 $412,900 $15,900 $397,000
2020 $542 $400,800 $15,400 $385,400
2019 $538 $400,800 $15,400 $385,400
2018 $532 $378,100 $14,500 $363,600
2017 $520 $378,100 $14,500 $363,600
2016 $506 $358,300 $13,700 $344,600
2015 $506 $358,300 $13,700 $344,600
2014 $564 $409,500 $15,700 $393,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 404282

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 020-01420039000