NOT LISTED FOR SALE

515 Benjamin Blvd Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

Estimated Value: $234,000 - $243,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
960 Sq Ft
$248/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 26, 2018

Last sale price $167,500 $174 Per Sq Ft

Est. 42% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,518/month

42 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of November 2018

Well cared for 3 bedroom ranch home with a finished basement and a 2 car garage on almost 1/4 acre in the SEP school district for $175k! The main level features 3 bedrooms, a full updated bathroom, large family room plus an eat-in kitchen. The clean and dry basement is finished with a large rec/family room area, cedar closet plus lots of unfinished storage area and a nice utility room with washer & dryer. All appliances are included. H/E furnace. Fenced backyard & mature trees. SEP schools. Walking distance to park/playground. Easy access to University Ave and the HWY 65 bypass.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ryan Mathews

RE/MAX Revolution Listed on: 10/15/2018

RE/MAX Revolution

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Volquardsen

Local Realty Company

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,860

Year Built

  • Built in 1977

Lot Details

  • 10,010 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 77 x 130
  • Property is zoned R-2

Home Design

  • 960 Sq Ft Home
  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 22100214071000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,860

Year Built

Built in 1977

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 182.29
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 174.48
  • Year Built: 1977
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 960
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 300
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 960
  • Total Sq Ft: 960

Exterior Features

  • 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 Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Southeast Polk

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2300
  • Lot S F: 10010
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 77 X 130
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 22100214071000
  • Zoning: R-2

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: 2860.00
  • Net Taxes: 2860.00
  • Tax Year: 2018

MLS Schools

  • School District: Southeast Polk

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 13, 2025
Sold by
Laitinen Michael J and Knighton Tess S
Bought by
Laitinen Michael J
Current Estimated Value
$238,194

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$28,001
Outstanding Balance
$27,725
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$210,469

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 15, 2018
Closed on
Nov 26, 2018
Sold by
Scrowther Dennis and Scrowther Debra
Bought by
Laitinen Michael J and Knighton Tess S
Seller's Agent
Ryan Mathews
RE/MAX Revolution
Buyer's Agent
Michael Volquardsen
Local Realty Company
List Price
$175,000
Sold Price
$167,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,500
-4.29%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.28%
Original Mortgage
$134,000
Interest Rate
4.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 13, 2007
Sold by
Murphy Jason Patrick and Murphy Cynthia Kay
Bought by
Scrowther Dennis and Scrowther Debra

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$140,750
Interest Rate
6.2%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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
Laitinen Michael J -- Old Republic Title Akron
Laitinen Michael J -- Old Republic Title Akron
Laitinen Michael J $167,500 None Available
Scrowther Dennis $140,500 Itc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Laitinen Michael J $28,001
Closed Laitinen Michael J $28,001
Previous Owner Laitinen Michael J $134,000
Previous Owner Scrowther Dennis $140,750
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/26/2018 11/26/18 Sold $167,500 -4.3% $174 / Sq Ft
11/26/2018 11/26/18 Pending -- -- --
10/15/2018 10/15/18 For Sale $175,000 -- $182 / 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 $3,068 $185,800 $42,000 $143,800
2023 $2,972 $185,800 $42,000 $143,800
2022 $2,934 $152,200 $35,700 $116,500
2021 $3,110 $152,200 $35,700 $116,500
2020 $3,056 $153,000 $36,000 $117,000
2019 $2,852 $153,000 $36,000 $117,000
2018 $2,860 $137,800 $31,800 $106,000
2017 $2,926 $137,800 $31,800 $106,000
2016 $2,912 $128,500 $29,300 $99,200
2015 $2,912 $128,500 $29,300 $99,200
2014 $2,862 $125,600 $28,100 $97,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ryan Mathews

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Ryan Mathews

    RE/MAX

    (515) 202-1019

    19 in this area

    149 Total Sales

    Ryan Mathews
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  • Michael Volquardsen

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Michael Volquardsen

    Local Realty Company

    (515) 494-5733

    1 in this area

    76 Total Sales

    Michael Volquardsen
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 571188

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 221-00214071000

Iowa Polk County Pleasant Hill 50327

515 Benjamin Blvd, Pleasant Hill, IA

This home is located at 515 Benjamin Blvd, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327 since 15 October 2018 and is currently estimated at $238,194, approximately $248 per square foot. This property was built in 1977. 515 Benjamin Blvd is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Four Mile Elementary School, Southeast Polk Spring Creek- 6th Grade, and Southeast Polk Junior High School.

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