NOT LISTED FOR SALE

4501 SW 5th St Des Moines, IA 50315

Watrous Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $164,000 - $208,297

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,372 Sq Ft
$135/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 07, 2022

Last sale price $148,000 $108 Per Sq Ft

Est. 25% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,335/month

55 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Bungalow
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of January 2022

This 3 bedroom 2+ bath home has over 1372 sq ft on the main level and potential for finish in the basement. Situated on a corner lot with a 3 car detached garage and private courtyard setting in the backyard, there is a ton of potential. Current owners have owned this home for 50+ years. New furnace, A/C and Hot Water heater in 2020 and the roof is estimated to be 5 years old. This home needs some TLC. All information obtained from Seller and public records.

Last Listed By

Angela Meek

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 11/12/2021

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1948

Lot Details

  • 10,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60x175
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Property is zoned N3A

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,372 Sq Ft Home
  • Dining Area
  • Laundry on main level
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 12003217000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1948

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 109.26
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 107.87
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Cable TV, Carpeting, Hardwood Floors, Laminate Floors, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 659
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1372
  • Total Sq Ft: 1372

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Fence Type: Chain Link
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Pine

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 720
  • Garage: 3 Detached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 3

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: 0.2410
  • Lot S F: 10500
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 60X175
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 12003217000000
  • 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: 3911.35
  • Net Taxes: 3683.05
  • Tax Year: 2021

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 12, 2021
Closed on
Jan 6, 2022
Sold by
Joyce E Hoffman Revocable Trust
Bought by
Harden Charles C and Harden Marilyn
Seller's Agent
Angela Meek
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Junior Ibarra
Keller Williams Realty GDM
List Price
$149,900
Sold Price
$148,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,900
-1.27%
Total Days on Market
55
Current Estimated Value
$185,574

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$37,574
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.74%
Original Mortgage
$133,200
Outstanding Balance
$124,732
Interest Rate
3.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$65,566

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 18, 2013
Sold by
Hoffman Joyce E
Bought by
Hoffman Joyce E

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Harden Charles C $148,000 None Listed On Document
Hoffman Joyce E -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Harden Charles C $133,200
Closed Harden Charles C $133,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/07/2022 01/07/22 Sold $148,000 -1.3% $108 / Sq Ft
01/06/2022 01/06/22 Pending -- -- --
11/12/2021 11/12/21 For Sale $149,900 -- $109 / 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 $3,676 $186,900 $32,800 $154,100
2023 $3,472 $186,900 $32,800 $154,100
2022 $3,236 $147,300 $27,000 $120,300
2021 $3,024 $147,300 $27,000 $120,300
2020 $3,136 $129,800 $23,700 $106,100
2019 $2,918 $129,800 $23,700 $106,100
2018 $2,884 $117,100 $20,800 $96,300
2017 $2,686 $117,100 $20,800 $96,300
2016 $2,610 $107,800 $18,900 $88,900
2015 $2,610 $107,800 $18,900 $88,900
2014 $2,736 $111,700 $19,100 $92,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Angela Meek

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Angela Meek

    RE/MAX

    (515) 577-7729

    3 in this area

    236 Total Sales

    Angela Meek
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  • Junior Ibarra

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Junior Ibarra

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    (515) 988-3227

    13 in this area

    867 Total Sales

    Junior Ibarra
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  • Karla Alaniz

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2022

    Karla Alaniz

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    (515) 897-9027

    3 in this area

    233 Total Sales

    Karla Alaniz
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 641516

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 120-03217000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Watrous Heights

4501 SW 5th St, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 4501 SW 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 12 November 2021 and is currently estimated at $185,574, approximately $135 per square foot. This property was built in 1948. 4501 SW 5th St is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including South Union Elementary School, Brody Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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