NOT LISTED FOR SALE

4708 E Merced St Des Moines, IA 50317

Capitol Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $281,000 - $303,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,236 Sq Ft
$233/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 26, 2014

Last sale price $158,000 $128 Per Sq Ft

Est. 82% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,993/month

88 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Tile Flooring
  • Dining Area
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of September 2014

This is a great opportunity to own a 3 bedroom, walk-out ranch, with 2 full baths in Southeast Polk Schools. The home offers a spacious open kitchen overlooking the living room, 1st floor laundry and crown molding. There are many upgrades in the house including new stainless steel appliances, tiled backsplashes in kitchen and baths, 9 foot ceilings on the main level, and a large deck off the back patio door. The basement is ready to be finished with a bathroom stubbed in, and daylight windows, with a slider to the back yard.

Last Listed By

Ernie Huffey

RE/MAX Revolution Listed on: 06/02/2014

RE/MAX Revolution

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $856

Year Built

  • Built in 2007

Lot Details

  • 0.28 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned PUD

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,236 Sq Ft Home
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Dining Area
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 06007934234000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$856

Year Built

Built in 2007

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 133.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 128.00
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 2007
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Tile Floors, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement Description: Unfinished, Walkout
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1200
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1236
  • Total Sq Ft: 1236

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Southeast Polk

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2750
  • Lot S F: 11984
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 06007934234000
  • 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: 856.00
  • Net Taxes: 614.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 4708EMERCEDSTPOLKSEPOLK50317
  • Tax Year: 2013

MLS Schools

  • School District: Southeast Polk

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 28, 2016
Sold by
Bockenstedt Michael and Bockenstedt Lisa
Bought by
Bockenstedt Michael and Bockenstedt Lisa
Total Days on Market
88
Current Estimated Value
$287,887

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$188,977
Interest Rate
3.61%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 2, 2014
Closed on
Sep 8, 2014
Sold by
Huffey Ernest and Huffey Victoria
Bought by
Bockenstedt Michael and Raum Lisa
Seller's Agent
Ernie Huffey
RE/MAX Revolution
Buyer's Agent
Ernie Huffey
RE/MAX Revolution
List Price
$170,000
Sold Price
$158,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,000
-7.06%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.70%
Original Mortgage
$126,400
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 13, 2014
Sold by
Hobson Richard A and Hobson Janice M
Bought by
Huffey Ernest and Huffey Victoria

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 15, 2008
Sold by
Urban Homes Inc
Bought by
Hobson Richard A and Hobson Janice M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$172,296
Interest Rate
6.17%
Mortgage Type
FHA

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
Bockenstedt Michael -- None Available
Bockenstedt Michael $158,000 None Available
Huffey Ernest $110,401 None Available
Hobson Richard A $174,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bockenstedt Michael D $40,000
Closed Bockenstedt Michael D $20,000
Open Bockenstedt Michael D $175,295
Closed Bockenstedt Michael $188,977
Closed Bockenstedt Michael $126,400
Previous Owner Huffey Ernest $350,000
Previous Owner Hobson Richard A $172,296
Previous Owner Urban Homes Inc $150,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/26/2014 09/26/14 Sold $158,000 -7.1% $128 / Sq Ft
08/29/2014 08/29/14 Pending -- -- --
06/02/2014 06/02/14 For Sale $170,000 -- $138 / 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 $4,568 $247,200 $68,400 $178,800
2023 $4,592 $247,200 $68,400 $178,800
2022 $4,534 $205,800 $58,800 $147,000
2021 $4,684 $205,800 $58,800 $147,000
2020 $4,594 $202,200 $57,900 $144,300
2019 $4,310 $202,200 $57,900 $144,300
2018 $4,350 $183,100 $51,400 $131,700
2017 $4,354 $183,100 $51,400 $131,700
2016 $4,314 $169,700 $44,100 $125,600
2015 $4,314 $169,700 $44,100 $125,600
2014 $4,486 $161,300 $41,600 $119,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • E

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Ernie Huffey

    RE/MAX

    7 in this area

    75 Total Sales

    Ernie Huffey
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  • C

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2014

    Christopher Huffey

    RE/MAX

    (515) 669-3743

    3 in this area

    29 Total Sales

    Christopher Huffey
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 437123

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 060-07934234000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50317 Capitol Heights

4708 E Merced St, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 4708 E Merced St, Des Moines, IA 50317 since 02 June 2014 and is currently estimated at $287,887, approximately $232 per square foot. This property was built in 2007. 4708 E Merced St is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Delaware Elementary School, Southeast Polk Spring Creek- 6th Grade, and Southeast Polk Junior High School.

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