NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5739 College Ave Des Moines, IA 50310

Merle Hay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $157,000 - $223,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
675 Sq Ft
$280/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 04, 2022

Last sale price $175,000 $259 Per Sq Ft

Est. 8% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,322/month

42 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of January 2022

An adorable, move-in-ready home in the heart of Des Moines! Tons of updates on this house make it truly turn-key and ready for the new owners to enjoy. The entire upstairs of the home has been updated with brand new windows, new carpet, updated plumbing and electrical work, and brand new fixtures and cabinets! The kitchen is very open with a bar leading into the living room. You'll also find both bedrooms upstairs. An additional living space has been created in the finished area of the basement. The spacious two-car garage and additional car port allow for the save keeping of three vehicles. The large backyard is perfect for play or entertaining with the patio area in the back of the home. You're minutes away from the Merle Hay shopping and business districts. Dozens of dining options, a movie theater, and shopping mall are literally up the street from this home.

Last Listed By

Ross Peterson

Agency Iowa Listed on: 11/23/2021

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,303

Year Built

  • Built in 1949

Lot Details

  • 8,450 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 65x130

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • 675 Sq Ft Home
  • Ranch Style House
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Additional Features

  • Finished Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 10009731000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,303

Year Built

Built in 1949

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 251.70
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 259.26
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 651
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 310
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 675
  • Total Sq Ft: 675

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Asphalt, Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: 2 Detached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 2

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: 0.1940
  • Lot S F: 8450
  • Lot Size: 65X130
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10009731000000
  • 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: 3303.26
  • Net Taxes: 3074.96

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 23, 2021
Closed on
Jan 4, 2022
Sold by
Habhab Jacob A and Habhab Ann Marie
Bought by
Kern Mathew Robert and Dolph Tatum
Seller's Agent
Ross Peterson
Agency Iowa
Buyer's Agent
Misty Darling
BH&G Real Estate Innovations
List Price
$169,900
Sold Price
$175,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
3%
Total Days on Market
42
Current Estimated Value
$189,278

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$14,278
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.33%
Original Mortgage
$171,830
Outstanding Balance
$159,990
Interest Rate
3.12%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$29,288

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 20, 2021
Sold by
Habhab Jacob A
Bought by
Habhab Jacob A and Habhab Ann Marie

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 22, 2006
Sold by
Jones J Lynn
Bought by
Habhab Jacob A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$84,277
Interest Rate
6.37%
Mortgage Type
FHA

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
Kern Mathew Robert $175,000 Ctb
Habhab Jacob A -- None Available
Habhab Jacob A $85,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Kern Mathew Robert $171,830
Previous Owner Habhab Jacob A $84,000
Previous Owner Habhab Jacob A $84,277
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/05/2022 01/05/22 Pending -- -- --
01/04/2022 01/04/22 Sold $175,000 +3.0% $259 / Sq Ft
11/23/2021 11/23/21 For Sale $169,900 -- $252 / 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 $3,160 $160,600 $41,500 $119,100
2023 $2,932 $160,600 $41,500 $119,100
2022 $2,700 $124,400 $37,500 $86,900
2021 $2,568 $124,400 $37,500 $86,900
2020 $2,662 $111,500 $33,400 $78,100
2019 $2,192 $111,500 $33,400 $78,100
2018 $2,164 $90,100 $29,200 $60,900
2017 $1,926 $90,100 $29,200 $60,900
2016 $1,870 $79,700 $25,400 $54,300
2015 $1,870 $79,700 $25,400 $54,300
2014 $1,704 $71,600 $22,300 $49,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ross Peterson

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Ross Peterson

    Agency Iowa

    (515) 867-1679

    3 in this area

    82 Total Sales

    Ross Peterson
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  • Misty Darling

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Misty Darling

    BH&G Real Estate Innovations

    (515) 414-0059

    25 in this area

    1,913 Total Sales

    Misty Darling
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 642093

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 100-09731000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50310 Merle Hay

5739 College Ave, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 5739 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310 since 23 November 2021 and is currently estimated at $189,278, approximately $280 per square foot. This property was built in 1949. 5739 College 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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