NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5211 Douglas Ave Des Moines, IA 50310

Merle Hay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $147,000 - $165,000

1 Bed
2 Baths
498 Sq Ft
$314/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 11, 2021

Last sale price $25,490 $51 Per Sq Ft

Est. 513% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $921/month

79 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of August 2021

Investor special. Loads of opportunity here. Ranch bungalow with finish in basement. If you’re looking for a project this could be it!

Last Listed By

Kathryn Wheeler

Iowa Realty Beaverdale Listed on: 04/19/2021

Iowa Realty Beaverdale

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1945

Lot Details

  • 4,480 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 28x160
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Property is zoned N3B

Home Design

  • 498 Sq Ft Home
  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Siding

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Gravel Driveway

Additional Features

  • Stove
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Finished Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 10000859000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1945

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 110.44
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 51.18
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1945
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 498
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 448
  • Included Items: Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 498
  • Total Sq Ft: 498

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Exterior Features: Partially Fenced Yard
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel
  • Garage: 1 Detached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • 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: 0.1030
  • Lot S F: 4480
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 28X160
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10000859000000
  • Zoning: N3B

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: 2266.00
  • Net Taxes: 2266.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 19, 2021
Closed on
Aug 6, 2021
Sold by
Smith Andrew and Smith Rachael Kelly
Bought by
Beaverdale Housing Llc
Seller's Agent
Kathryn Wheeler
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Buyer's Agent
OUTSIDE AGENT
OTHER
List Price
$55,000
Sold Price
$25,490
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,510
-53.65%
Total Days on Market
79
Current Estimated Value
$156,173

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$130,683
Avg. Annual Appreciation
61.82%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 13, 2009
Sold by
Greentree Servicing Llc
Bought by
Smith Andrew

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 16, 2008
Sold by
Hodzic Senad and Hodzic Mirsada
Bought by
Green Tree Servicing Llc

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
Beaverdale Housing Llc $25,500 None Available
Smith Andrew $14,500 None Available
Green Tree Servicing Llc $57,195 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Smith Andrew E $40,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/11/2021 08/11/21 Sold $25,490 -53.7% $51 / Sq Ft
07/07/2021 07/07/21 Pending -- -- --
06/17/2021 06/17/21 For Sale $55,000 0.0% $110 / Sq Ft
06/09/2021 06/09/21 Pending -- -- --
04/26/2021 04/26/21 Price Changed $55,000 -8.3% $110 / Sq Ft
04/19/2021 04/19/21 For Sale $60,000 -- $120 / 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 $554 $28,190 $21,900 $6,290
2023 $2,196 $129,800 $21,900 $107,900
2022 $2,180 $93,200 $19,200 $74,000
2021 $2,182 $93,200 $19,200 $74,000
2020 $2,266 $87,400 $17,900 $69,500
2019 $2,102 $87,400 $17,900 $69,500
2018 $2,080 $78,200 $15,700 $62,500
2017 $1,920 $78,200 $15,700 $62,500
2016 $1,870 $71,000 $14,000 $57,000
2015 $1,870 $71,000 $14,000 $57,000
2014 $1,788 $67,300 $13,100 $54,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Kathryn Wheeler

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Kathryn Wheeler

    Iowa Realty Beaverdale

    (515) 710-1399

    7 in this area

    154 Total Sales

    Kathryn Wheeler
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    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    OUTSIDE AGENT

    OTHER

    34 in this area

    5,789 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 627041

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 100-00859000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50310 Merle Hay

5211 Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 5211 Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310 since 19 April 2021 and is currently estimated at $156,173, approximately $313 per square foot. This property was built in 1945. 5211 Douglas Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Moore Elementary School, Meredith Middle School, and Hoover High School.

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