440 Simms Ave Council Bluffs, IA 51503
East View Loop Neighborhood
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,544
Sq Ft
0.55
Acres
Highlights
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Skylights
- Wooded Lot
- No HOA
- 2 Car Attached Garage
About This Home
As of July 2020This lovely 3 bedrooms, 3 bath home sits on a beautiful, wooded lot close to schools, shopping, groceries and hospitals. Open concept kitchen and living areas boast park like views, and access to a spacious deck. Three bedrooms, two bath areas and laundry room round out the main floor. The walkout lower level offers a large family room with fireplace and tons of natural light, a flex space to use as an office or non conforming bedroom, and a full bath area. There is also an exercise area and plenty of storage. Off this level there is a generous patio space with lots of privacy.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
The Johnson Group
Heartland Properties Listed on: 06/04/2020
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,356
Year Built
- Built in 1997
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 83 x 83 x 287 x287
- Wooded Lot
Home Design
- Frame Construction
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Central Vacuum
- Built-In Features
- Woodwork
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room
- Dining Room
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Snack Bar or Counter
- Built-In or Custom Kitchen Cabinets
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 3 Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Washer and Dryer Hookup
Partially Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Fireplace in Basement
- Recreation or Family Area in Basement
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
Schools
- Hoover Elementary School
- Gerald W Kirn Middle School
- Abraham Lincoln High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Humidifier
- Gas Available
- Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 4, 2020
Closed on
Jul 20, 2020
Sold by
Christiansen Brant S and Christiansen Heldi J
Bought by
Collett Stephanie L
Seller's Agent
The Johnson Group
Heartland Properties
Buyer's Agent
Jason James
Heartland Properties
List Price
$239,900
Sold Price
$250,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,100
4.21%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.97%
Original Mortgage
$220,000
Outstanding Balance
$196,727
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$153,597
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 2, 2007
Sold by
Hammitt Robin
Bought by
Christiansen Brant S and Christiansen Heidi J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$141,600
Interest Rate
6.49%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $250,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $177,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $220,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $186,487 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $191,207 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $10,000 | Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $141,600 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $35,400 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $160,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/12/2025 07/12/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/10/2025 07/10/25 | For Sale | $389,000 | +55.6% | $175 / Sq Ft |
| 07/22/2020 07/22/20 | Sold | $250,000 | +4.2% | $98 / Sq Ft |
| 06/06/2020 06/06/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/04/2020 06/04/20 | For Sale | $239,900 | -- | $94 / Sq Ft |
Source: Southwest Iowa Association of Realtors®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $6,142 | $308,100 | $44,400 | $263,700 |
| 2023 | $6,142 | $308,100 | $44,400 | $263,700 |
| 2022 | $5,966 | $254,300 | $43,800 | $210,500 |
| 2021 | $8,221 | $254,300 | $43,800 | $210,500 |
| 2020 | $4,480 | $189,200 | $32,500 | $156,700 |
| 2019 | $4,356 | $189,200 | $32,500 | $156,700 |
| 2018 | $4,268 | $177,932 | $32,419 | $145,513 |
| 2017 | $4,268 | $177,932 | $32,419 | $145,513 |
| 2015 | $4,220 | $177,932 | $32,419 | $145,513 |
| 2014 | $4,226 | $177,932 | $32,419 | $145,513 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Mark Ciochon
Seller's Agent in 2025
Mark Ciochon
BHHS Ambassador Real Estate
(402) 578-1910
87 Total Sales
-
Anna Van Scoyk
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Anna Van Scoyk
Nebraska Realty
(402) 218-0685
1 in this area
167 Total Sales
-
T
Seller's Agent in 2020
The Johnson Group
Heartland Properties
-
Jason James
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Jason James
Heartland Properties
(800) 856-2743
2 in this area
337 Total Sales
Map
Source: Southwest Iowa Association of Realtors®
MLS Number: 20-1092
APN: 7543-19-477-016
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