$141,000
SOLD MAY 1, 2012

516 Valhigh Rd West Des Moines, IA 50265

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,613 Sq Ft
7,203 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$87 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

43 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Valley High School Rated A
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of August 2018

Charming, light & airy 1.5 Story home in the heart of West Des Moines. Gorgeous sunroom with southern exposure features fireplace and access to large deck. Mature & modern landscaping surrounds the partially fenced back yard making for a wonderful space to relax and entertain. Hardwood floors run through the main level highlighting an open floor plan with family room, spacious kitchen and dining area, 2 large bedrooms, updated full bath with new fixtures, new floor tile and tile surround. Super spacious master retreat upstairs has tons of windows for natural light and a newly updated 3/4 bath. Other great features of this home include brand new windows throughout, newer light fixtures, lower level rec space and a large 2.5 car garage.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rebecca Hansen

LPT Realty, LLC Listed on: 03/19/2012

LPT Realty, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Melanee Stanbrough

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,910

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 7,203 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 58 x 124

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,613 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Dining Area
  • Partial Basement
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 32003312000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,910

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 89.00
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 87.00
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Hardwood Floors, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 2nd Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 940
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 400
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Other Rooms: See Remarks
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1613
  • Total Sq Ft: 1613

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint, Pine

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Detached

Utilities

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

Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1650
  • Lot S F: 7203
  • Lot Size: 58 x 124
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 32003312000000
  • Zoning: RES

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 2910.00
  • Net Taxes: 2910.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 516VALHIGHRDPOLKWESTDESM50265
  • Tax Year: 2011

MLS Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 26, 2021
Sold by
Thompson Cara A
Bought by
Kersey Jacob A and Kersey Jennifer M
Current Estimated Value
$280,923

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$216,015
Outstanding Balance
$197,270
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$95,217

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 19, 2018
Closed on
Aug 27, 2018
Sold by
Sommer Andy J and Sommer Jillian L
Bought by
Gregory Cara
Seller's Agent
Melanee Stanbrough
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Buyer's Agent
Aaron Ackerlund
Keller Williams Realty GDM
List Price
$194,900
Sold Price
$196,500
Premium/Discount to List
$1,600
0.82%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.83%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 19, 2012
Closed on
Apr 24, 2012
Sold by
Wilson Mark L and Wilson Heather
Bought by
Sommer Andy J and Sommer Jillian L
Seller's Agent
Rebecca Hansen
LPT Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Melanee Stanbrough
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
List Price
$143,000
Sold Price
$141,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,000
-1.4%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.38%
Original Mortgage
$133,950
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 19, 1999
Sold by
Hatch James M and Hatch Doris M
Bought by
Wilson Mark L and Wilson Heather L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,700
Interest Rate
7.88%
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $220,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $196,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $140,500 Itc
Warranty Deed $103,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $216,015 FHA
Previous Owner $133,950 New Conventional
Previous Owner $29,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $100,700 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/29/2018 08/29/18 Sold $196,500 +0.8% $122 / Sq Ft
08/29/2018 08/29/18 Pending -- -- --
06/19/2018 06/19/18 For Sale $194,900 +38.2% $121 / Sq Ft
05/01/2012 05/01/12 Sold $141,000 -1.4% $87 / Sq Ft
05/01/2012 05/01/12 Pending -- -- --
03/19/2012 03/19/12 For Sale $143,000 -- $89 / 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 $4,236 $267,300 $58,500 $208,800
2023 $4,258 $267,300 $58,500 $208,800
2022 $4,208 $220,500 $50,500 $170,000
2021 $4,024 $220,500 $50,500 $170,000
2020 $3,964 $200,700 $45,900 $154,800
2019 $3,576 $200,700 $45,900 $154,800
2018 $3,580 $183,100 $41,000 $142,100
2017 $3,440 $183,100 $41,000 $142,100
2016 $3,362 $171,300 $37,900 $133,400
2015 $3,362 $171,300 $37,900 $133,400
2014 $3,306 $166,800 $36,100 $130,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 397845

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 320-03312000000