NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5440 Forest Dr Johnston, IA 50131

North District Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $534,031 - $651,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,744 Sq Ft
$212/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 25, 2014

Last sale price $355,000 $129 Per Sq Ft

Est. 64% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,896/month

85 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 1 Fireplace
  • No HOA
  • Johnston Middle School Rated A-
  • Mud Room
  • Formal Dining Room

About This Home

As of July 2014

Outstanding two story on a quiet cul-de-sac location. This amazing home exhibits the quality and character one would expect to see when driving down Forest Drive. Inviting floor plan featuring many updates throughout. A chefs dream kitchen with granite tops, gas range oven, wet bar and stainless steel appliances really showcases this home. The oversized garage features a unique access stairway leading down to the fully finished lower level. Once there, enjoy the entertainment room with a built-in surround sound system and plenty of space to move about. The basement also features a large smartly designed workshop perfect for any home project. The quality of the interior is paralleled by the quality of the exterior as this home has newly installed Hardie-Plank siding, updated windows and a freshly stained deck. Home backs to woods and wildlife.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dennis Tonnemacher

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 05/01/2014

RE/MAX Concepts

Co-Listed By

Gregory Brockman

RE/MAX Concepts

Last Buyer's Agent

Seth Walker

RE/MAX Concepts

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,315

Year Built

  • Built in 1992

Lot Details

  • 0.4 Acre Lot

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Shingle Roof
  • Cement Board or Planked

Interior Spaces

  • 2,744 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Screen For Fireplace
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Mud Room
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Library
  • Finished Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Septic Tank
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 24101000010017

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,315

Year Built

Built in 1992

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Two Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 135.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 129.00
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1992
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Cable TV, Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Fire Alarm, Fireplace Screen, Hardwood Floors, See Remarks, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors, Wet Bar
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Daylight Window, Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1440
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 465
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen, Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: 1st Floor, Lower Level
  • Other Rooms: Library, Mud Room, Pantry
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2744
  • Total Sq Ft: 2744

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick, Cement Board, Frame
  • Foundation: Concrete Block, Poured
  • Roof: Wood Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 3 Attached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Johnston

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.3990
  • Lot S F: 17379
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 24101000010017
  • Zoning: Res

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: 7315.00
  • Net Taxes: 7122.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5440FORESTDRPOLKJOHNSTON50131

MLS Schools

  • School District: Johnston

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 1, 2014
Closed on
Jul 24, 2014
Sold by
Benn James D and Benn Barbara J
Bought by
Gillespie Adam and Gillespie Dianna
Seller's Agent
Dennis Tonnemacher
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Seth Walker
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$369,900
Sold Price
$355,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,900
-4.03%
Total Days on Market
85
Current Estimated Value
$582,258

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$227,258
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.58%
Original Mortgage
$337,250
Interest Rate
4.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 27, 2001
Sold by
Strobel Gray and Strobel Nancy
Bought by
Benn James D and Benn Barbara J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$272,500
Interest Rate
7.11%
Source: Public Records

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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
Gillespie Adam $355,000 None Available
Benn James D $340,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Gillespie Adam $337,250
Closed Gillespie Adam $337,250
Previous Owner Benn James D $272,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/25/2014 07/25/14 Sold $355,000 -4.0% $129 / Sq Ft
07/25/2014 07/25/14 Pending -- -- --
05/01/2014 05/01/14 For Sale $369,900 -- $135 / 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 $7,682 $468,500 $118,000 $350,500
2023 $7,630 $468,500 $118,000 $350,500
2022 $8,524 $409,000 $106,500 $302,500
2021 $8,798 $409,000 $106,500 $302,500
2020 $8,650 $402,000 $104,700 $297,300
2019 $8,868 $402,000 $104,700 $297,300
2018 $8,638 $382,300 $98,600 $283,700
2017 $8,212 $382,300 $98,600 $283,700
2016 $8,036 $356,800 $90,800 $266,000
2015 $8,036 $356,800 $90,800 $266,000
2014 $7,590 $345,000 $86,100 $258,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Dennis Tonnemacher

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Dennis Tonnemacher

    RE/MAX

    (515) 480-7901

    1 in this area

    122 Total Sales

    Dennis Tonnemacher
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  • Gregory Brockman

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2014

    Gregory Brockman

    RE/MAX

    (515) 224-8523

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  • Seth Walker

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Seth Walker

    RE/MAX

    (515) 577-3728

    4 in this area

    540 Total Sales

    Seth Walker
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 435107

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 241-01000010017

Iowa Polk County Johnston 50131 North District

5440 Forest Dr, Johnston, IA

This home is located at 5440 Forest Dr, Johnston, IA 50131 since 01 May 2014 and is currently estimated at $582,258, approximately $212 per square foot. This property was built in 1992. 5440 Forest Dr is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Lawson Elementary School, Johnston Middle School, and Summit Middle School.

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