NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5811 Forest Ave Des Moines, IA 50311

Merle Hay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $202,000 - $210,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
906 Sq Ft
$227/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 09, 2018

Last sale price $138,000 $152 Per Sq Ft

Est. 51% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,418/month

73 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Dining Area
  • Wood Flooring
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of November 2018

Great home for the first time home buyer! Nice 2 bedroom home with updates including electrical, furnace, A/C and newly updated deck. Finished basement perfect for a man cave or toy room. Brand new sewer line. Great location with easy access to transportation and shopping. Close to Windsor Elementary!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ralph Stonehocker

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 08/28/2018

Last Buyer's Agent

Jacob Ham

Smart Avenue

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,805

Year Built

  • Built in 1951

Lot Details

  • 7,700 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 55x140
  • Property is zoned R1-60

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 906 Sq Ft Home
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Dining Area
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached 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 10012821000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,805

Year Built

Built in 1951

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 154.53
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 152.32
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cable TV, Drapes/Curtains, Hardwood Floors, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 906
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 400
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 906
  • Total Sq Ft: 906

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 1 Detached

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: 0.1770
  • Lot S F: 7700
  • Lot Size: 55X140
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10012821000000
  • Zoning: R1-60

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: 2805.00
  • Net Taxes: 2576.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 28, 2018
Closed on
Nov 7, 2018
Sold by
Jones Tory Indiana and Jones Crystal Lee
Bought by
Dineen Robert
Seller's Agent
Ralph Stonehocker
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Jacob Ham
Smart Avenue
List Price
$145,000
Sold Price
$138,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,000
-4.83%
Current Estimated Value
$207,697

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$69,697
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.85%
Original Mortgage
$131,100
Outstanding Balance
$117,065
Interest Rate
4.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$98,723

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 25, 2017
Sold by
Jones Tory Indiana and Jones Crystal Lee
Bought by
Jones Tory Indiana and Jones Crystal Lee

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$115,455
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 22, 2009
Sold by
Farrell Jeffrey A and Wilhelm Crystal L
Bought by
Wilhelm Crystal I

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$113,407
Interest Rate
4.94%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 29, 2003
Sold by
Farrell M K and Farrell William E
Bought by
Farrell Jeffrey A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$80,000
Interest Rate
4.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 27, 1999
Sold by
Linford Mark A and Linford Molly
Bought by
Gabbie Farrell Jeffrey A and Gabbie Farrell M K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$70,000
Interest Rate
6.5%
Source: Public Records

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
Dineen Robert $138,000 None Available
Jones Tory Indiana -- None Available
Wilhelm Crystal I $115,000 None Available
Farrell Jeffrey A -- --
Gabbie Farrell Jeffrey A $87,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Dineea Robert James $40,000
Closed Dineen Bobby $16,000
Open Dineen Robert $131,100
Previous Owner Jones Tory Indiana $115,455
Previous Owner Jones Crystal L $13,700
Previous Owner Wilhelm Crystal I $14,500
Previous Owner Wilhelm Crystal I $113,407
Previous Owner Farrell Jeffrey A $80,000
Previous Owner Farrell Jeffrey A $80,000
Previous Owner Gabbie Farrell Jeffrey A $70,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/09/2018 11/09/18 Sold $138,000 -4.8% $152 / Sq Ft
11/09/2018 11/09/18 Pending -- -- --
08/28/2018 08/28/18 For Sale $145,000 -- $160 / 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 $3,374 $171,500 $41,800 $129,700
2023 $3,562 $171,500 $41,800 $129,700
2022 $3,534 $151,100 $37,700 $113,400
2021 $3,376 $151,100 $37,700 $113,400
2020 $3,508 $135,300 $33,600 $101,700
2019 $3,006 $135,300 $33,600 $101,700
2018 $2,972 $120,400 $29,300 $91,100
2017 $2,650 $120,400 $29,300 $91,100
2016 $2,576 $106,500 $25,600 $80,900
2015 $2,576 $106,500 $25,600 $80,900
2014 $2,378 $98,200 $23,200 $75,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Ralph Stonehocker

    RE/MAX

  • Jacob Ham

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Jacob Ham

    Smart Avenue

    (515) 991-9193

    147 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 568422

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 100-12821000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50311 Merle Hay

5811 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 5811 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311 since 28 August 2018 and is currently estimated at $205,884, approximately $227 per square foot. This property was built in 1951. 5811 Forest 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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