$213,500
SOLD MAR 24, 2025
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,386 Sq Ft
9,000 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$154 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

31 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Shades
  • Valley High School Rated A
  • No HOA
  • Eat-In Kitchen

About This Home

As of March 2025

Welcome to 525 16th Street in West Des Moines, a charming home just blocks from Stilwell Junior High, parks, and historic Valley Junction. The updated kitchen features maple cabinets, a dual-fuel downdraft range, and newer flooring, while the main level includes a sunroom, dining room, living room, a bedroom, and a remodeled full bath. Upstairs, you’ll find two bedrooms and a second full bath. Recent updates include a new roof and gutters, HVAC system, updated plumbing, and a new water heater. Hardwood floors, fresh paint in select rooms, and vinyl siding add to the home’s appeal. Outside, enjoy a front deck, large fenced yard, and double driveway. All appliances, including the washer and dryer, stay! This home blends classic charm with modern updates. Schedule your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dan Vierling

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing Listed on: 01/23/2025

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

Co-Listed By

Josh Dicks

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

Last Buyer's Agent

Kenneth Kauzlarich

RE/MAX Precision

RE/MAX Precision

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,412

Year Built

  • Built in 1947

Lot Details

  • 9,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60x150
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Property is zoned SF-VJ

Home Design

  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,386 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Shades
  • Family Room
  • Dining Area
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 32001388000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,412

Year Built

Built in 1947

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 165.95
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 154.04
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1947
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cable TV, Hardwood Floors, Shades/Shutters, Smoke Detector, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 956
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas, Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Other Rooms: Sun Room
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1386
  • Total Sq Ft: 1386

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Fully Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Chain Link
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 1 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: 0.2070
  • Lot S F: 9000
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 60X150
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 32001388000000
  • Zoning: SF-VJ

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: 3412.00
  • Net Taxes: 3412.00
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 23, 2025
Closed on
Mar 20, 2025
Sold by
Smith Zachary A and Downs Autumn
Bought by
Johnson Josiah and Johnson Shawna
Seller's Agent
Dan Vierling
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Buyer's Agent
Kenneth Kauzlarich
RE/MAX Precision
List Price
$230,000
Sold Price
$213,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$16,500
-7.17%
Views
139

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.79%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 25, 2010
Sold by
Jones Adam W and Jones Maggie Jm
Bought by
Smith Zachary A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$138,040
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 5, 2004
Sold by
Smith Michael R and Smith Katie J
Bought by
Jones Adam W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$123,500
Interest Rate
5.71%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 17, 2000
Sold by
Moyer Frank E and Moyer Shelley A
Bought by
Smith Michael R and Smith Katie J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$96,012
Interest Rate
7.96%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $213,500 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $139,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $123,000 --
Warranty Deed $98,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $142,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $138,040 FHA
Previous Owner $123,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $96,012 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/24/2025 03/24/25 Sold $213,500 -7.2% $154 / Sq Ft
02/23/2025 02/23/25 Pending -- -- --
01/23/2025 01/23/25 For Sale $230,000 -- $166 / 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 $3,412 $225,700 $60,900 $164,800
2023 $3,460 $225,700 $60,900 $164,800
2022 $3,418 $188,100 $52,500 $135,600
2021 $3,262 $188,100 $52,500 $135,600
2020 $3,210 $171,300 $47,800 $123,500
2019 $2,966 $171,300 $47,800 $123,500
2018 $2,968 $153,300 $41,900 $111,400
2017 $2,822 $153,300 $41,900 $111,400
2016 $2,756 $142,000 $38,400 $103,600
2015 $2,756 $142,000 $38,400 $103,600
2014 $2,704 $138,000 $36,600 $101,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 710677

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 320-01388000000