NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $258,000 - $281,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,359 Sq Ft
$200/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 15, 2020

Last sale price $205,000 $151 Per Sq Ft

Est. 33% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,817/month

50 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Deck
  • No HOA
  • Valley High School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • Shades

About This Home

As of May 2020

This home is located at 505 18th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265 since 26 March 2020 and is currently estimated at $272,370, approximately $200 per square foot. This property was built in 1951. 505 18th St is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Hillside Elementary School, Stilwell Junior High School, and Valley Southwoods Freshman High School.

Last Listed By

OUTSIDE AGENT

OTHER Listed on: 03/26/2020

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,218

Year Built

  • Built in 1951

Lot Details

  • 10,623 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60x180
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Wood Fence

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,359 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Shades
  • Family Room
  • Dining Area
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Gas

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 32004001000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,218

Year Built

Built in 1951

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Architecture: Cape Cod
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 150.85
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 150.85
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, Shades/Shutters, Smoke Detector, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished, Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 937
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 400
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1359
  • Total Sq Ft: 1359

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fully Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Wood
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Detached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2440
  • Lot S F: 10623
  • Lot Size: 60X180
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 32004001000000
  • Zoning: Res

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: 3218.00
  • Net Taxes: 3218.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 26, 2020
Closed on
May 14, 2020
Sold by
Davis Haylie and Steffensmeier Kurt
Bought by
Field Benjamin and Field Emily
Seller's Agent
OUTSIDE AGENT
OTHER
Buyer's Agent
Richard Hudnut
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$205,000
Sold Price
$205,000
Total Days on Market
50
Current Estimated Value
$272,370

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$67,370
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.03%
Original Mortgage
$201,286
Interest Rate
3.3%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 29, 2010
Sold by
Ensley Travis and Ensley Tiffany
Bought by
Press Gregory and Press Bambi

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$159,556
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 14, 2005
Sold by
Petersen Daniel J and Petersen Shannon R
Bought by
Ensley Travis and Ensley Tiffany

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$154,000
Interest Rate
6.37%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 12, 1999
Sold by
Sciorrotta Samuel C and Sciorrotta Susan F
Bought by
Petersen Daniel J and Petersen Shannon R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$107,587
Interest Rate
7.9%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 17, 1999
Sold by
Mccleary Barbara Yvonne
Bought by
Sciorotta Samuel C and Sciorotta Susan F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$97,850
Interest Rate
6.85%

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
Field Benjamin $205,000 None Available
Press Gregory $162,000 None Available
Ensley Travis $153,500 --
Petersen Daniel J $113,000 --
Sciorotta Samuel C $102,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Field Benjamin $20,000
Closed Field Benjamin $8,289
Closed Field Benjamin $10,000
Open Field Ben $200,000
Closed Field Benjamin $201,286
Previous Owner Press Gregory $159,556
Previous Owner Ensley Travis $154,000
Previous Owner Petersen Daniel J $107,587
Previous Owner Sciorotta Samuel C $97,850
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/15/2020 05/15/20 Sold $205,000 0.0% $151 / Sq Ft
05/15/2020 05/15/20 Pending -- -- --
03/26/2020 03/26/20 For Sale $205,000 +22.0% $151 / Sq Ft
06/02/2015 06/02/15 Sold $168,000 -2.3% $124 / Sq Ft
06/02/2015 06/02/15 Pending -- -- --
04/01/2015 04/01/15 For Sale $172,000 -- $127 / 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 $3,604 $237,800 $63,600 $174,200
2023 $3,636 $237,800 $63,600 $174,200
2022 $3,592 $197,200 $55,100 $142,100
2021 $3,422 $197,200 $55,100 $142,100
2020 $3,366 $179,200 $50,000 $129,200
2019 $3,218 $179,200 $50,000 $129,200
2018 $3,222 $165,600 $45,300 $120,300
2017 $3,088 $165,600 $45,300 $120,300
2016 $3,016 $154,600 $41,800 $112,800
2015 $3,016 $154,600 $41,800 $112,800
2014 $2,840 $149,000 $39,500 $109,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 602127

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 320-04001000000