521 3rd St West Des Moines, IA 50265
2
Beds
2
Baths
888
Sq Ft
7,231
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- No HOA
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Tile Flooring
- Valley High School Rated A
- Bungalow
- 2-minute walk to American Legion Park
About This Home
As of July 2024Welcome to your cozy retreat just minutes from Historic Valley Junction! This charming bungalow offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Nestled in the heart of West Des Moines and within the West Des Moines School District, this home features 2 bedrooms + 2 bathrooms w/ a farmhouse flair. From the screened-in front porch to the updated flooring & kitchen complete with a barn door, to the detached garage, it is ready for you to just move on in. With easy access to I-235, shopping, restaurants and all of the conveniences nearby, you won't want to miss seeing this one for yourself! All information obtained from Seller and public records.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,708
Year Built
- Built in 1909
Lot Details
- 7,231 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is zoned SF-VJ
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 888 Sq Ft Home
- Drapes & Rods
- Unfinished Basement
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Tile
- Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Shared Driveway
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 32004859000000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 1, 2020
Closed on
Jun 16, 2020
Sold by
Blue Serenity Llc
Bought by
Rupp Destinee and Rupp Kyle
Seller's Agent
Susan Sutton-ludwig
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Mariana Hernandez
EXP Realty, LLC
List Price
$169,000
Sold Price
$169,000
Total Days on Market
4
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$39,317
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.32%
Original Mortgage
$135,200
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 17, 2019
Closed on
Jan 25, 2019
Sold by
Mclain Natalie
Bought by
Blue Serenity Llc
Seller's Agent
Susan Sutton-ludwig
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Susan Sutton-ludwig
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$107,000
Sold Price
$107,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
37.97%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 15, 2014
Closed on
Sep 3, 2014
Sold by
Nieman James and Nieman Courtney
Bought by
Mclain Natalie
Seller's Agent
Shanna Clark
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Jen Allen
RE/MAX Precision
List Price
$99,900
Sold Price
$94,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,900
-5.91%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.99%
Original Mortgage
$92,297
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 30, 2010
Sold by
Garrison Jason L and Garrison Rebecca
Bought by
Nieman James
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$85,843
Interest Rate
4.37%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 14, 2004
Sold by
Timelis Restorations Lc
Bought by
Garrison Jason L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$61,200
Interest Rate
5.77%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $169,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $107,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $94,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $86,500 | Itc | |
| Warranty Deed | $63,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $168,800 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $27,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Closed | $135,200 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $92,297 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $85,843 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $61,200 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $11,190 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/02/2024 07/02/24 | Sold | $211,000 | -1.9% | $238 / Sq Ft |
| 06/03/2024 06/03/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/30/2024 05/30/24 | For Sale | $215,000 | +27.2% | $242 / Sq Ft |
| 06/25/2020 06/25/20 | Sold | $169,000 | 0.0% | $190 / Sq Ft |
| 06/17/2020 06/17/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/01/2020 05/01/20 | For Sale | $169,000 | +57.9% | $190 / Sq Ft |
| 01/25/2019 01/25/19 | Sold | $107,000 | 0.0% | $120 / Sq Ft |
| 01/25/2019 01/25/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/17/2019 01/17/19 | For Sale | $107,000 | +13.8% | $120 / Sq Ft |
| 09/03/2014 09/03/14 | Sold | $94,000 | -5.9% | $106 / Sq Ft |
| 08/04/2014 08/04/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/15/2014 07/15/14 | For Sale | $99,900 | -- | $113 / Sq Ft |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $2,456 | $165,400 | $42,300 | $123,100 |
| 2023 | $2,310 | $165,400 | $42,300 | $123,100 |
| 2022 | $2,280 | $128,500 | $34,000 | $94,500 |
| 2021 | $2,192 | $128,500 | $34,000 | $94,500 |
| 2020 | $2,160 | $109,300 | $30,700 | $78,600 |
| 2019 | $1,812 | $109,300 | $30,700 | $78,600 |
| 2018 | $1,812 | $97,000 | $27,200 | $69,800 |
| 2017 | $1,754 | $97,000 | $27,200 | $69,800 |
| 2016 | $1,712 | $91,500 | $25,400 | $66,100 |
| 2015 | $1,712 | $91,500 | $25,400 | $66,100 |
| 2014 | $1,626 | $89,100 | $24,500 | $64,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Julie Quandt
Seller's Agent in 2024
Julie Quandt
RE/MAX
(515) 689-6295
10 in this area
99 Total Sales
-
Jason Waite
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Jason Waite
RE/MAX
(515) 480-5692
13 in this area
57 Total Sales
-
Susan Sutton-ludwig
Seller's Agent in 2020
Susan Sutton-ludwig
RE/MAX
36 in this area
205 Total Sales
-
Bill Ludwig
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Bill Ludwig
RE/MAX
(515) 520-9682
31 in this area
169 Total Sales
-
Mariana Hernandez
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Mariana Hernandez
EXP Realty, LLC
(515) 661-1579
4 in this area
99 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2014
Shanna Clark
RE/MAX
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 696285
APN: 320-04859000000
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