540 S Oak Park Ave Colfax, IA 50054
Estimated Value: $257,000 - $314,000
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,356
Sq Ft
$210/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Recreation Room
- No HOA
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Traditional Architecture
- Formal Dining Room
- Fire Pit
About This Home
As of October 2023The Best of Both Worlds! This well loved home offers the peace and tranquility of small town living with all the hustle and bustle nearby of Newton, Altoona & DSM. Step inside to over 2,200 finished sqft. The main level offers a living room with a large picture window for natural light. This is open to the formal dining area. All appliances are included in the eat-in kitchen. There is no shortage of storage with the walls of cabinets that are extra deep! A short flight of steps leads up to the full bath & three bedrooms. The parents will want the super large one w/dbl closets! Finished lower level includes ½ bath, bedroom and a stunning wall of built-ins and fireplace. Try to spot the secret storage area! A few more steps down is a large rec room and unfinished area for the laundry room. Yep! The washer/dryer are included. The attached garage is perfect for rain or snow! Need more storage? You will appreciate the one car detached garage with carport at the back of the lot. There is an alleyway easement making it easy to pull in the boat or other small vehicles. This yard is ¾ of an acre with shade trees. Welcome Home to Colfax!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,922
Year Built
- Built in 1969
Lot Details
- 0.79 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 178x196
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Split Level Home
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Block Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,356 Sq Ft Home
- Screen For Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace
- Drapes & Rods
- Family Room Downstairs
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Finished Basement
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Carpet
- Laminate
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Fire Pit
- Outdoor Storage
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 1112207007
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 24, 2023
Closed on
Oct 20, 2023
Sold by
Ross Richard L and Ross Linda S
Bought by
Thielen Aaron J and Thielen Tawny R
Seller's Agent
Pennie Carroll
Pennie Carroll & Associates
Buyer's Agent
Steve Nissly
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$259,500
Sold Price
$259,500
Views
80
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
$25,568
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.94%
Original Mortgage
$199,500
Outstanding Balance
$196,685
Interest Rate
7.18%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$75,681
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 28, 2017
Closed on
Jul 10, 2017
Sold by
John Weirick
Bought by
Ross Richard and Ross Linda
Seller's Agent
OUTSIDE AGENT
OTHER
Buyer's Agent
Sherri Skay
Realty ONE Group Impact
List Price
$181,500
Sold Price
$181,500
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.86%
Original Mortgage
$130,500
Interest Rate
3.96%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thielen Aaron J | $259,500 | None Listed On Document | |
| Ross Richard | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Thielen Aaron J | $199,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Ross Richard | $130,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Ross Richard | -- | |
| Previous Owner | Ross Richard L | $130,500 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/18/2023 10/18/23 | Sold | $259,500 | 0.0% | $191 / Sq Ft |
| 09/14/2023 09/14/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/24/2023 08/24/23 | For Sale | $259,500 | +43.0% | $191 / Sq Ft |
| 07/07/2017 07/07/17 | Sold | $181,500 | 0.0% | $82 / Sq Ft |
| 07/07/2017 07/07/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/28/2017 05/28/17 | For Sale | $181,500 | -- | $82 / 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 | $4,746 | $260,530 | $44,600 | $215,930 |
| 2023 | $4,746 | $265,060 | $44,600 | $220,460 |
| 2022 | $4,298 | $216,050 | $44,600 | $171,450 |
| 2021 | $4,190 | $200,410 | $44,600 | $155,810 |
| 2020 | $4,190 | $184,220 | $23,400 | $160,820 |
| 2019 | $4,042 | $168,830 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $4,042 | $139,590 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $3,172 | $139,590 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $3,180 | $139,590 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $3,154 | $139,590 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $3,002 | $139,590 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Pennie Carroll
Seller's Agent in 2023
Pennie Carroll
Pennie Carroll & Associates
(515) 490-8025
1,295 Total Sales
-
Steve Nissly
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Steve Nissly
RE/MAX
(515) 720-4290
79 Total Sales
-
OUTSIDE AGENT
O
Seller's Agent in 2017
OUTSIDE AGENT
OTHER
5,769 Total Sales
-
Sherri Skay
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Sherri Skay
Realty ONE Group Impact
55 Total Sales
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 680816
APN: 11-12-207-007
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