NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5820 Forest Ave Des Moines, IA 50311

Merle Hay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $230,000 - $246,921

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,241 Sq Ft
$191/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 15, 2021

Last sale price $186,000 $150 Per Sq Ft

Est. 27% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,628/month

78 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Central Air

About This Home

As of January 2021

Not your typical 1950 s ranch layout! Large family room at back of home provides a great view of the private, beautiful back yard. This charmer has 3 bedrooms/1 bath, spacious kitchen, 2 fireplaces, and a clean basement ready for your finishing touch. The home has been meticulously cared for with updates to the big-ticket items - new roof in 2019, new Pella windows in 2013, and sewer line replaced in 2010, to mention just a few items.
Home is on a quiet, inviting tree-lined street with easy access to I-235, shopping and entertainment. Schedule your tour today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Angela Glasgow

Realty ONE Group Impact Listed on: 10/29/2020

Realty ONE Group Impact

Last Buyer's Agent

Jen Radnich

Keller Williams Realty GDM

Keller Williams Realty GDM

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,560

Year Built

  • Built in 1951

Lot Details

  • 9,100 Sq Ft Lot

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,241 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Hot Water Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 10012834000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,560

Year Built

Built in 1951

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 152.30
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 149.88
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Wood
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1241
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1241
  • Total Sq Ft: 1241

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak, Pine

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Detached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Hot Water

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2090
  • Lot S F: 9100
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10012834000000
  • 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: 4560.00
  • Net Taxes: 4560.00
  • Tax Year: 2021

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 29, 2020
Closed on
Jan 14, 2021
Sold by
Cooper Carl L and Cooper Juli A
Bought by
Smith Donna Marie
Seller's Agent
Angela Glasgow
Realty ONE Group Impact
Buyer's Agent
Jen Radnich
Keller Williams Realty GDM
List Price
$189,000
Sold Price
$186,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,000
-1.59%
Current Estimated Value
$237,083

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$51,083
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.53%
Original Mortgage
$148,800
Outstanding Balance
$134,316
Interest Rate
2.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$103,439
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
Smith Donna Marie $186,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Smith Donna Marie $148,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/15/2021 01/15/21 Sold $186,000 -1.6% $150 / Sq Ft
01/15/2021 01/15/21 Pending -- -- --
10/29/2020 10/29/20 For Sale $189,000 -- $152 / 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 $3,962 $211,900 $44,200 $167,700
2023 $4,166 $211,900 $44,200 $167,700
2022 $4,132 $185,600 $39,900 $145,700
2021 $4,390 $185,600 $39,900 $145,700
2020 $4,560 $175,900 $35,500 $140,400
2019 $4,214 $175,900 $35,500 $140,400
2018 $4,172 $156,800 $31,000 $125,800
2017 $3,754 $156,800 $31,000 $125,800
2016 $3,658 $138,800 $27,100 $111,700
2015 $3,658 $138,800 $27,100 $111,700
2014 $3,224 $125,900 $24,100 $101,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Angela Glasgow

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Angela Glasgow

    Realty ONE Group Impact

    (515) 240-1681

    2 in this area

    78 Total Sales

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  • Jen Radnich

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Jen Radnich

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    (651) 295-7963

    3 in this area

    113 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 617078

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 100-12834000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50311 Merle Hay

5820 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 5820 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311 since 29 October 2020 and is currently estimated at $236,480, approximately $190 per square foot. This property was built in 1951. 5820 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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