$280,000
SOLD OCT 20, 2021

4544 Wistful Vista Dr West Des Moines, IA 50265

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,474 Sq Ft
0.25 Acres

Recently Sold

$190 Per Sq Ft

41 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Jordan Creek Elementary School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of January 2025

Wonderful three-bedroom split level home with a huge fenced backyard! Super West Des Moines location, near
library, neighborhood playground, football stadium, restaurants, and shopping. Owner has done all the expensive
updates for you: roof, furnace and central air! Vaulted front living room leads into the eat-in kitchen with
stainless steel appliances, stone floor, tile backsplash and plenty of counter space. Step down into the cozy family
room with fireplace. Half bath with laundry is also on this level. Upstairs features two bedrooms, hall full bath
and master bedroom with a walk-in closet and private ¾ bath. Easy access from the kitchen to the large two-level
deck. Jordan Creek Elementary, Stilwell Junior High, Valley High. Extra features: plantation shutters and
irrigation system and basketball hoop.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michelle Price

Realty ONE Group Impact Listed on: 09/09/2021

Realty ONE Group Impact

Last Buyer's Agent

Chris Kew

RE/MAX Precision

RE/MAX Precision

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,750

Year Built

  • Built in 2000

Lot Details

  • 0.25 Acre Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Wood Fence
  • Irrigation
  • Property is zoned PUD

Home Design

  • Split Level Home
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,474 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 32000780166000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,750

Year Built

Built in 2000

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Split Level
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 189.89
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 189.96
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 2000
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 2nd Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 384
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1474
  • Total Sq Ft: 1474

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fully Fenced Yard, Irrigation
  • Fence Type: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Attached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2500
  • Lot S F: 10872
  • Lot Size: 55
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 32000780166000
  • Zoning: PUD

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: 4750.00
  • Net Taxes: 4576.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 14, 2024
Closed on
Jan 18, 2025
Sold by
Ramos David and Ramos Brandi M
Bought by
Shirley Vanessa
Seller's Agent
Chris Kew
RE/MAX Precision
Buyer's Agent
Donald Easton
Keller Williams Realty GDM
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$320,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-1.54%
Views
84
Current Estimated Value
$327,814

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$7,814
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.17%
Original Mortgage
$304,000
Outstanding Balance
$302,360
Interest Rate
6.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$25,454

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 9, 2021
Closed on
Oct 14, 2021
Sold by
Epperly Lisa A
Bought by
Ramos David and Ramos Brandi M
Seller's Agent
Michelle Price
Realty ONE Group Impact
Buyer's Agent
Chris Kew
RE/MAX Precision
List Price
$279,900
Sold Price
$280,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.04%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.18%
Original Mortgage
$286,440
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 20, 2011
Sold by
Epperly Clint J
Bought by
Epperly Lisa A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 5, 2010
Sold by
Burns Christopher A and Burns Bobbi Lee
Bought by
Epperly Lisa A and Epperly Clint J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$166,250
Interest Rate
5.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 22, 2005
Sold by
Miranda Wendy A and Miranda Euclides
Bought by
Burns Christopher A and Burns Bobbi Lee

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$125,000
Interest Rate
5.71%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 14, 2002
Sold by
Miranda Wendy A and Miranda Euclides
Bought by
Miranda Euclides and Miranda Wendy A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$132,000
Interest Rate
6.69%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 2, 2000
Sold by
Jerrys Homes Inc
Bought by
Helenthal Wendy A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$168,313
Interest Rate
8.37%
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
Warranty Deed $320,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $320,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $280,000 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $174,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $179,500 --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Corporate Deed $163,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $304,000 New Conventional
Closed $304,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $286,440 VA
Previous Owner $195,925 New Conventional
Previous Owner $150,999 New Conventional
Previous Owner $37,500 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $166,250 New Conventional
Previous Owner $45,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $125,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $132,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $168,313 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/23/2025 01/23/25 Sold $320,000 0.0% $217 / Sq Ft
12/16/2024 12/16/24 Pending -- -- --
12/11/2024 12/11/24 Price Changed $320,000 -1.5% $217 / Sq Ft
11/14/2024 11/14/24 For Sale $325,000 +16.1% $220 / Sq Ft
10/20/2021 10/20/21 Sold $280,000 0.0% $190 / Sq Ft
10/20/2021 10/20/21 Pending -- -- --
09/09/2021 09/09/21 For Sale $279,900 -- $190 / 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 $4,438 $290,500 $67,500 $223,000
2023 $4,362 $290,500 $67,500 $223,000
2022 $4,310 $234,800 $55,200 $179,600
2021 $4,238 $234,800 $55,200 $179,600
2020 $4,170 $219,900 $51,600 $168,300
2019 $3,850 $219,900 $51,600 $168,300
2018 $3,856 $196,500 $45,200 $151,300
2017 $3,792 $196,500 $45,200 $151,300
2016 $3,706 $187,900 $42,700 $145,200
2015 $3,706 $187,900 $42,700 $145,200
2014 $3,460 $174,100 $39,100 $135,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 637200

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 320-00780166000