$182,000
SOLD JUL 22, 2015

517 53rd Place West Des Moines, IA 50266

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,220 Sq Ft
6,250 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$149 Per Sq Ft

47 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1 Fireplace
  • No HOA
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Westridge Elementary School Rated A-
  • Shades
  • 1-minute walk to Meadow View Park

About This Home

As of July 2023

Located on a quiet cul de sac, less than a block from Meadow View Park, this darling front to back split level boasts appeal inside and out! The entry and great room are welcoming with two directions of natural light, vaulted ceiling and fireplace. The large eating area and kitchen are open to the great room, just a few steps up! Tile floors in kitchen, lots of cabinets and counter space, and the deck out back spans the back of the home! Three bedrooms up, and the master has a private 3/4 bath, full bath for the kids. There is finish in the daylight lower level too! Tons of storage space. Total square feet of finish is 1,616. The roof was replaced in '07, garage door '07, and several windows have been replaced. New front storm door, newer washer and dryer are included with this home too. The back yard features mature landscaping and a fully fenced yard. Kids can walk to Westridge Elementary. You are close to shopping at West Glen and Jordan Creek Town Center too.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sharon Rooney

Iowa Realty Waukee

Iowa Realty Waukee

Last Buyer's Agent

Anne Knoblauch

Coldwell Banker Mid-America

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,240

Year Built

  • Built in 1989

Home Design

  • Split Level Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,220 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Shades
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Family Room
  • Natural lighting in basement
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • 6,250 Sq Ft Lot
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 32003026999309

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,240

Year Built

Built in 1989

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Split Level
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 149.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 149.18
  • Year Built: 1989
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Fire Alarm, Shades/Shutters, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 2nd Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Daylight Window, Partial Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 915
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 396
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1220
  • Total Sq Ft: 1220

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick, Frame
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Attached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1430
  • Lot S F: 6250
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 32003026999309
  • 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: 3240.00
  • Net Taxes: 3060.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 51753RDPLPOLKWESTDESM50266
  • Tax Year: 2015

MLS Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 22, 2023
Closed on
Jul 21, 2023
Sold by
Yang Kongcheng C
Bought by
Fagala Brian L
Seller's Agent
Anna McDanel
United Real Estate Profess
Buyer's Agent
Alisha Stewart
Goldfinch Realty Group
List Price
$299,000
Sold Price
$305,000
Premium/Discount to List
$6,000
2.01%
Total Days on Market
47
Views
20
Current Estimated Value
$296,132

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$8,868
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.10%
Original Mortgage
$30,000
Outstanding Balance
$10,561
Interest Rate
6.69%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$288,307

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 5, 2015
Closed on
Jul 18, 2015
Sold by
Myers Peggy J
Bought by
Yang Kongcheng C
Seller's Agent
Sharon Rooney
Iowa Realty Waukee
Buyer's Agent
Anne Knoblauch
Coldwell Banker Mid-America
List Price
$182,000
Sold Price
$182,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.65%
Original Mortgage
$178,703
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 27, 2004
Sold by
Johnston Douglas Chris
Bought by
Johnston Peggy Jo

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 25, 2003
Sold by
Kurtz William J and Kurtz Michelle
Bought by
Johnston Peggy Jo

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$117,000
Interest Rate
5.95%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 8, 2001
Sold by
Hunt Brian E and Hunt Ann
Bought by
Kurtz William J and Hauger Michelle

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$123,750
Interest Rate
6.91%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 23, 1998
Sold by
Enyart Kelly Lyn and Haupert Kelly L
Bought by
Hunt Brian E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$122,050
Interest Rate
7.03%

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Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $305,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $182,000 Attorney
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Warranty Deed $151,500 --
Warranty Deed $137,000 --
Warranty Deed $128,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $30,000 New Conventional
Open $279,600 VA
Previous Owner $178,703 FHA
Previous Owner $13,520 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $135,200 New Conventional
Previous Owner $136,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $136,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $117,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $123,750 No Value Available
Previous Owner $122,050 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/28/2023 07/28/23 Sold $305,000 +2.0% $250 / Sq Ft
06/26/2023 06/26/23 Pending -- -- --
06/22/2023 06/22/23 For Sale $299,000 +64.3% $245 / Sq Ft
07/22/2015 07/22/15 Sold $182,000 0.0% $149 / Sq Ft
07/22/2015 07/22/15 Pending -- -- --
06/05/2015 06/05/15 For Sale $182,000 -- $149 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

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 $3,976 $261,300 $53,500 $207,800
2023 $4,086 $261,300 $53,500 $207,800
2022 $4,036 $220,500 $46,300 $174,200
2021 $4,008 $220,500 $46,300 $174,200
2020 $3,944 $208,500 $43,700 $164,800
2019 $3,742 $208,500 $43,700 $164,800
2018 $3,746 $191,200 $39,300 $151,900
2017 $3,494 $191,200 $39,300 $151,900
2016 $3,414 $173,800 $35,100 $138,700
2015 $3,414 $173,800 $35,100 $138,700
2014 $3,160 $159,800 $31,600 $128,200
Source: Public Records

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 455970

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 320-03026999309