NOT LISTED FOR SALE

521 Caulder Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

Watrous Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $173,000 - $189,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,056 Sq Ft
$174/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 30, 2021

Last sale price $160,000 $152 Per Sq Ft

Est. 15% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,277/month

79 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Outdoor Storage

About This Home

As of July 2021

Welcome home to your cozy 1.5 story family home, situated on a large lot in the heart of SW Des Moines! This home features one bedroom on the main level & 2 additional bedrooms upstairs, along with a full bath. The open living room & formal dining room are divided by charming colonnades. Head into the kitchen with freshly painted cabinetry, new hardware, & stainless steel custom backsplash. Enjoy your mornings relaxing in your enclosed front porch or off the rear of the home, on the covered back porch. The driveway has been replaced & there is ample parking in addition to the large detached Workmans 2 car garage. The backyard, including the driveway, is fully fenced with a nice shed. New Furnace & AC in 2015. Several upstairs windows have been replaced, along with front & back doors. Pride of ownership shines on this property & we can't wait for you to see it for yourself! All information obtained from seller and public records.

Last Listed By

Ryan Stapes

RE/MAX Precision Listed on: 05/12/2021

RE/MAX Precision

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,722

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 0.25 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 75x145
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Property is zoned N3A

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,056 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Dining Area
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Covered patio or porch
  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01000349003000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,722

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Architecture: Traditional
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 151.52
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 151.52
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Fire Alarm, Hardwood Floors, Smoke Detector, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 728
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Other Rooms: 3 Season
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1056
  • Total Sq Ft: 1056

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Covered Patio, Exterior Storage Shed, Fully Fenced Yard
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Pine

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Detached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2500
  • Lot S F: 10875
  • Lot Size: 75X145
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01000349003000
  • Zoning: N3A

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: 2722.00
  • Net Taxes: 2493.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 12, 2021
Closed on
Jul 28, 2021
Sold by
Randell Walter Pershing and Randell Wanda
Bought by
Sirman James A and Sirman Ashley P
Seller's Agent
Ryan Stapes
RE/MAX Precision
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Vance
LPT Realty, LLC
List Price
$190,000
Sold Price
$160,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-15.79%
Total Days on Market
79
Current Estimated Value
$183,731

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$23,731
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.65%
Original Mortgage
$144,000
Outstanding Balance
$131,840
Interest Rate
2.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$58,409

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 22, 1997
Sold by
Whitehill Todd and Whitehill Theresa
Bought by
Randell Walter Pershing

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$64,260
Interest Rate
7.5%
Mortgage Type
VA

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
Sirman James A $160,000 None Available
Randell Walter Pershing $62,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Sirman James A $144,000
Previous Owner Randell Wanda F $21,000
Previous Owner Randell Walter $14,500
Previous Owner Randell Walter Pershing $64,260
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/30/2021 07/30/21 Sold $160,000 0.0% $152 / Sq Ft
07/30/2021 07/30/21 Pending -- -- --
06/07/2021 06/07/21 Price Changed $160,000 -8.6% $152 / Sq Ft
05/21/2021 05/21/21 Price Changed $175,000 -7.9% $166 / Sq Ft
05/12/2021 05/12/21 For Sale $190,000 -- $180 / 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 $3,044 $165,200 $33,800 $131,400
2023 $2,284 $165,200 $33,800 $131,400
2022 $2,184 $105,800 $27,800 $78,000
2021 $2,042 $105,800 $27,800 $78,000
2020 $2,114 $93,700 $24,800 $68,900
2019 $1,876 $93,700 $24,800 $68,900
2018 $1,850 $81,600 $21,500 $60,100
2017 $1,692 $81,600 $21,500 $60,100
2016 $1,640 $74,300 $19,400 $54,900
2015 $1,640 $74,300 $19,400 $54,900
2014 $1,644 $73,900 $19,200 $54,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • R

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Ryan Stapes

    RE/MAX

    1 in this area

    13 Total Sales

    Ryan Stapes
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  • Lisa Vance

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Lisa Vance

    LPT Realty, LLC

    (303) 809-9492

    1 in this area

    151 Total Sales

    Lisa Vance
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 628924

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-00349003000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Watrous Heights

521 Caulder Ave, Des Moines, IA

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This home is located at 521 Caulder Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 12 May 2021 and is currently estimated at $183,731, approximately $173 per square foot. This property was built in 1920. 521 Caulder Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Park Avenue Elementary School, Brody Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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