NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5606 University Ave Des Moines, IA 50311

Waveland Woods Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $175,000 - $201,000

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
996 Sq Ft
$185/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 11, 2022

Last sale price $157,500 $158 Per Sq Ft

Est. 17% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,254/month

66 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • 1 Fireplace
  • No HOA
  • Wood Flooring
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Patio

About This Home

As of February 2022

SPECIAL FEATURES: Updated kitchen with top notch appliances, hardwood floors all polished and looking great, huge shower, four season room off the kitchen leading to the back yard, French doors separating the kitchen from the living room, the washer/dryer will stay, and there is an enclosed front porch. The lower level could easily be finished. Attached garage adds lots of storage space.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marlene Thatcher

Keller Williams Realty GDM Listed on: 11/16/2021

Keller Williams Realty GDM

Last Buyer's Agent

Bethany Cochran

RE/MAX Concepts

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,528

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 7,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x140
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Property is zoned N3B

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Asbestos

Interior Spaces

  • 996 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • Handicap Shower
  • Patio
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 09007732000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,528

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 164.56
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 158.13
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Hardwood Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 928
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 400
  • Other Rooms: 4 Season
  • Handicap Features: Shower
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 996
  • Total Sq Ft: 996

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Asbestos
  • Exterior Features: Open Patio, Partially Fenced Yard
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

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: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1610
  • Lot S F: 7000
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 50X140
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 09007732000000
  • 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: 2528.00
  • Net Taxes: 2528.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 16, 2021
Closed on
Feb 11, 2022
Sold by
Blue Heeler Properties Lc
Bought by
Timm Mitchell
Seller's Agent
Marlene Thatcher
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Buyer's Agent
Bethany Cochran
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$163,900
Sold Price
$157,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,400
-3.9%
Total Days on Market
66
Current Estimated Value
$184,417

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$26,917
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.55%
Original Mortgage
$126,000
Outstanding Balance
$118,107
Interest Rate
3.55%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$82,312

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 17, 2021
Sold by
Rohwedder Beth and Estate Of Robert J Trusty
Bought by
Blue Heeler Properties Lc
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
Timm Mitchell $157,500 None Listed On Document
Blue Heeler Properties Lc $105,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Timm Mitchell $126,000
Previous Owner Trusty Robert J $20,250
Previous Owner Trusty Robert $10,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/11/2022 02/11/22 Sold $157,500 -3.9% $158 / Sq Ft
01/21/2022 01/21/22 Pending -- -- --
12/20/2021 12/20/21 Pending -- -- --
12/04/2021 12/04/21 For Sale $163,900 0.0% $165 / Sq Ft
11/16/2021 11/16/21 For Sale $163,900 -- $165 / 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 $2,618 $143,500 $36,800 $106,700
2023 $2,598 $143,500 $36,800 $106,700
2022 $2,576 $119,100 $31,700 $87,400
2021 $2,528 $119,100 $31,700 $87,400
2020 $2,620 $109,900 $29,300 $80,600
2019 $2,408 $109,900 $29,300 $80,600
2018 $2,378 $98,100 $26,000 $72,100
2017 $2,096 $98,100 $26,000 $72,100
2016 $2,036 $86,000 $22,600 $63,400
2015 $2,036 $86,000 $22,600 $63,400
2014 $1,920 $83,900 $21,900 $62,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • M

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Marlene Thatcher

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    (515) 770-9331

    1 in this area

    57 Total Sales

    Marlene Thatcher
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  • Bethany Cochran

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Bethany Cochran

    RE/MAX

    (515) 979-3750

    4 in this area

    347 Total Sales

    Bethany Cochran
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 641684

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 090-07732000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50311 Waveland Woods

5606 University Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 5606 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311 since 16 November 2021 and is currently estimated at $184,417, approximately $185 per square foot. This property was built in 1925. 5606 University Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Windsor Elementary School, Merrill Middle School, and Roosevelt High School.

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