NOT LISTED FOR SALE

4843 Observatory Rd Des Moines, IA 50311

Waveland Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $154,000 - $685,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,623 Sq Ft
$309/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 21, 2018

Last sale price $459,900 $283 Per Sq Ft

Est. 9% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,107/month

295 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Ranch Style House
  • 1 Fireplace
  • 1-minute walk to McCollum-Waveland Tennis Complex

About This Home

As of November 2018

3 bedroom, 3 bath Bi-attached walkout ranch backing up to woods and bird sanctuary. 2810 sq ft of finish, 1623 on the main floor. Great room vaulted and very open plan w/hardwood floors thru out first flr with carpet in the master suite. Stone fireplace from floor to ceiling. Assoc. allows up to 3 pets. $100 Assoc dues for lawn care and snow removal.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Diane Todd Brown

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing Listed on: 01/24/2018

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

Last Buyer's Agent

Sue Price

Realty ONE Group Impact

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $130

Year Built

  • Built in 2018

Lot Details

  • 5,946

HOA Fees

  • $100 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Roof
  • Metal Siding
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,623 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Screen For Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Finished Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • 5,946 Sq Ft Lot
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0900709000103

Community Details

Overview

  • Evergreen Homes Of Ia Llc Association
  • Built by Evergreen Homes of IA., LLC

Recreation

  • Snow Removal

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$130

Year Built

Built in 2018

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$100 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Homebuilder: Evergreen Homes of IA., LLC
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 283.36
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 283.36
  • Year Built: 2018
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Carpeting, Fireplace Screen, Hardwood Floors, Smoke Detector
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished, Walkout
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1623
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 1187
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen, Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: Rec. Room
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1623
  • Total Sq Ft: 1623

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Frame, Metal Siding, Stone
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle, Metal
  • Street Feature: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Attached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air
  • Services: Lawn Care, Snow Removal

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities: Pet Restrictions
  • HOA Name: Waveland Park Villas
  • Management Firm: Evergreen Homes of IA LLC

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 100.0000
  • Association Fee Term: Month
  • Association Fee: Yes

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Lot Info

  • Lot S F: 5946
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0900709000103
  • Zoning: R-1

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 130.00
  • Net Taxes: 130.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 24, 2018
Closed on
Nov 21, 2018
Sold by
Evergreen Homes Of Iowa Llc
Bought by
Mcfarland Patricia J
Seller's Agent
Diane Todd Brown
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Buyer's Agent
Sue Price
Realty ONE Group Impact
List Price
$459,900
Sold Price
$459,900
Total Days on Market
295
Current Estimated Value
$501,787

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$41,887
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.93%
Source: Public Records

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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
Mcfarland Patricia J $622,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/21/2018 11/21/18 Sold $459,900 0.0% $283 / Sq Ft
11/15/2018 11/15/18 Pending -- -- --
01/24/2018 01/24/18 For Sale $459,900 -- $283 / 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 $2,412 $269,100 $74,400 $194,700
2023 $1,850 $677,100 $86,400 $590,700
2022 $1,834 $631,400 $78,400 $553,000
2021 $15,534 $631,400 $78,400 $553,000
2020 $15,534 $608,000 $80,000 $528,000
2019 $138 $608,000 $80,000 $528,000
2018 $136 $5,140 $5,140 $0
2017 $140 $5,140 $5,140 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Diane Todd Brown

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Diane Todd Brown

    Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

    (515) 556-7653

    87 Total Sales

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    Buyer's Agent in 2018

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 553958

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 09007090000103

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50311 Waveland Park

4843 Observatory Rd, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 4843 Observatory Rd, Des Moines, IA 50311 since 24 January 2018 and is currently estimated at $501,787, approximately $309 per square foot. This property was built in 2018. 4843 Observatory Rd is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Hubbell Elementary, Merrill Middle School, and Roosevelt High School.

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