NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5900 College Ave Des Moines, IA 50322

Merle Hay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $214,000 - $232,509

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,098 Sq Ft
$205/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 23, 2022

Last sale price $164,000 $149 Per Sq Ft

Est. 37% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,600/month

48 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of February 2022

3BR, 2BA Bungalow located in the Franklin Park neighborhood. Vacant & move-in ready! Brand new vinyl siding, trim, gutters & downspouts Dec '21. Nicely updated with hardwood flooring, tile, carpet, fixtures & ceiling/wall speakers. House is being sold "As Is"... Property located in an NFC Lending area which could provide forgivable funds for home renovations. Lower level includes a family room & hobby/workshop area. Newer 24 x 22 detached garage on a nice deep lot, partially fenced in yard. Great DSM location with easy access to entertainment, dining, shopping & downtown venues.

Last Listed By

JEFF DAVIS

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing Listed on: 01/06/2022

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1947

Lot Details

  • 9,408 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 56x168
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Chain Link Fence

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Bungalow
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,098 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 10004871000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1947

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Architecture: Traditional
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 158.47
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 149.36
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1947
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Hardwood Floors, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 938
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 456
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1098
  • Total Sq Ft: 1098

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Fully Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Chain Link
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak, Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 528
  • 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: 0.2160
  • Lot S F: 9408
  • Lot Size: 56X168
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10004871000000
  • 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: 4771.00
  • Net Taxes: 4771.00
  • Tax Year: 2021

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 6, 2022
Closed on
Feb 22, 2022
Sold by
Terrell Chad P
Bought by
Brooks David
Seller's Agent
JEFF DAVIS
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Buyer's Agent
Jami Bassman Ahart
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$185,000
Sold Price
$164,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$21,000
-11.35%
Total Days on Market
48
Current Estimated Value
$224,627

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$60,627
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.16%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 15, 2015
Sold by
Potthoff Craig and Potthoff Marilyn
Bought by
Terrell Chad T

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$108,000
Interest Rate
0.78%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 2005
Sold by
Martin Joshua E and Martin Brooke D
Bought by
Potthoff Craig and Potthoff Marilyn

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 10, 1999
Sold by
Campbell Bradley R and Campbell Nancy L
Bought by
Martin Joshua E and Martin Brooke D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$45,000
Interest Rate
11.7%

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
Brooks David $164,000 Simpson Jensen Abels Fischer &
Terrell Chad T $135,000 None Available
Potthoff Craig $122,000 --
Martin Joshua E $94,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Terrell Chad T $108,000
Previous Owner Potthoff Craig $86,000
Previous Owner Potthoff Craig $91,700
Previous Owner Martin Joshua E $45,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/23/2022 02/23/22 Sold $164,000 -5.7% $149 / Sq Ft
02/23/2022 02/23/22 Pending -- -- --
01/18/2022 01/18/22 Price Changed $174,000 -3.3% $158 / Sq Ft
01/10/2022 01/10/22 Price Changed $179,900 +0.5% $164 / Sq Ft
01/10/2022 01/10/22 Price Changed $179,000 -3.2% $163 / Sq Ft
01/06/2022 01/06/22 For Sale $185,000 -- $168 / 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 $4,108 $208,800 $44,400 $164,400
2023 $4,236 $208,800 $44,400 $164,400
2022 $4,202 $179,700 $40,100 $139,600
2021 $4,028 $179,700 $40,100 $139,600
2020 $4,184 $161,400 $35,700 $125,700
2019 $3,856 $161,400 $35,700 $125,700
2018 $3,818 $143,500 $31,200 $112,300
2017 $3,446 $143,500 $31,200 $112,300
2016 $3,358 $127,400 $27,200 $100,200
2015 $3,358 $127,400 $27,200 $100,200
2014 -- $117,900 $24,700 $93,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2022

    JEFF DAVIS

    Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

    (515) 249-5994

    2 in this area

    28 Total Sales

    JEFF DAVIS
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 643832

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 100-04871000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50311 Merle Hay

5900 College Ave, Des Moines, IA

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This home is located at 5900 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50322 since 06 January 2022 and is currently estimated at $224,627, approximately $204 per square foot. This property was built in 1947. 5900 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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