$209,000
SOLD OCT 5, 2012
1 Bed
1.5 Baths
1,094 Sq Ft
221 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$191 Per Sq Ft

74 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Wood Flooring
  • Community Pool
  • Ranch Style House
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • 5-minute walk to Cowles Commons

About This Home

As of December 2022

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 5 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!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Kenline

Iowa Realty Waukee Listed on: 07/23/2012

Iowa Realty Waukee

Co-Listed By

B.J. Knapp

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

Last Buyer's Agent

Roger Lemons

Iowa Realty Valley West

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,558

Year Built

  • Built in 1923

Lot Details

  • 221 Sq Ft Lot

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,094 Sq Ft Home
  • Dining Area
  • Home Security System
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Primary Bedroom on Main

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 02001420040000

Community Details

Overview

  • Built by Nelson Construction

Amenities

  • Community Center
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Recreation Facilities
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool

Security

  • Security Service
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,558

Year Built

Built in 1923

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Condo-Townhome
  • Style: Ranch
  • Homebuilder: Nelson Construction
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 191.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 191.00
  • Unit: 1002
  • Year Built: 1923
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Cable TV, Carpeting, Fire Alarm, Hardwood Floors, Security System, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas, Eat In Kitchen
  • Other Rooms: See Remarks
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1094
  • Total Sq Ft: 1094

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, See Remarks, Trash Service

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities: Community Center, Exercise Room, Extra Storage, See Remarks, Community Swimming Pool

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Term: Month

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.0050
  • Lot S F: 221
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 02001420040000
  • Zoning: R

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: 4186THAVE1002POLKDESMOINE50309

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 10, 2023
Sold by
Palmer Heather and Palmer Scott
Bought by
Heather L Palmer And Scott T Dwyer Revocable and Palmer
Current Estimated Value
$310,869

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 6, 2022
Closed on
Nov 14, 2022
Sold by
Weitz Sarah
Bought by
Palmer Heather and Dwyer Scott A
Seller's Agent
Tina Johnson
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Julie Moore
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$315,000
Sold Price
$315,000
Views
15

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.20%
Original Mortgage
$283,500
Interest Rate
5.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 10, 2015
Closed on
Feb 24, 2016
Sold by
Garner Ellen Brekke and Newgren Ellen B
Bought by
Klammer Sarah Weitz
Seller's Agent
Mike Bray
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Buyer's Agent
Jamie Smith
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
List Price
$229,500
Sold Price
$240,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,500
4.58%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.10%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 5, 2015
Sold by
Newgren Michael D
Bought by
Garnor Bllen Brekke and Newgren

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 2, 2015
Sold by
Newgren Michael D and Newgren Ellen B
Bought by
Newgren Ellen B

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 23, 2012
Closed on
Oct 4, 2012
Sold by
Liberty Building Development Group Llc
Bought by
Newgren Michael and Newgren Ellen
Seller's Agent
Michael Kenline
Iowa Realty Waukee
Buyer's Agent
Roger Lemons
Iowa Realty Valley West
List Price
$209,000
Sold Price
$209,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.51%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $315,000 --
Warranty Deed $240,000 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $209,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $283,500 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/01/2022 12/01/22 Sold $315,000 0.0% $288 / Sq Ft
10/09/2022 10/09/22 Pending -- -- --
10/06/2022 10/06/22 For Sale $315,000 +31.3% $288 / Sq Ft
03/01/2016 03/01/16 Sold $240,000 +4.6% $219 / Sq Ft
03/01/2016 03/01/16 Pending -- -- --
11/10/2015 11/10/15 For Sale $229,500 +9.8% $210 / Sq Ft
10/05/2012 10/05/12 Sold $209,000 0.0% $191 / Sq Ft
09/05/2012 09/05/12 Pending -- -- --
07/23/2012 07/23/12 For Sale $209,000 -- $191 / 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 $5,558 $293,000 $11,400 $281,600
2023 $6,198 $293,000 $11,400 $281,600
2022 $6,152 $263,000 $10,200 $252,800
2021 $330 $263,000 $10,200 $252,800
2020 $344 $255,300 $9,900 $245,400
2019 $340 $255,300 $9,900 $245,400
2018 $336 $240,800 $9,300 $231,500
2017 $328 $240,800 $9,300 $231,500
2016 $90 $228,200 $8,800 $219,400
2015 $90 $228,200 $8,800 $219,400
2014 $124 $260,700 $10,000 $250,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 404474

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 020-01420040000