NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5905 Forest Ave Des Moines, IA 50311

Merle Hay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $236,000 - $261,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,152 Sq Ft
$216/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 27, 2018

Last sale price $178,000 $155 Per Sq Ft

Est. 40% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,744/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Ranch Style House
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Formal Dining Room

About This Home

As of November 2018

Great house in a great location! Beautiful outdoor space in this all brick ranch with 3 bedrooms, fireplace on the main and wood burning fireplace in the lower level. The basement has an additional 400sf finished and a full bathroom. The total square feet finished in this home is over 1500sf. Updated kitchen and bathroom make this a turnkey home that you will love! The landscaping features an outdoor deck and koi pond. The two car garage is over-sized and has plenty of built-in storage.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ryan Wiederstein

WB Realty Company Listed on: 09/25/2018

Last Buyer's Agent

Gwen Conte

RE/MAX Precision

RE/MAX Precision

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,960

Year Built

  • Built in 1952

Lot Details

  • 8,400 Sq Ft Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 1,152 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 10012825000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,960

Year Built

Built in 1952

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 156.25
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 154.51
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, Smoke Detector
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 622
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1152
  • Total Sq Ft: 1152

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Partially Fenced Yard
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Pine

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 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: 0.1930
  • Lot S F: 8400
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 8400
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10012825000000
  • 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: 3960.00
  • Net Taxes: 3960.00
  • Tax Year: 2018

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 25, 2018
Closed on
Nov 25, 2018
Sold by
Kosinski Jeffrey and Ersland Kosinski Dana
Bought by
Racette Greg and Racette Teresa
Seller's Agent
Ryan Wiederstein
WB Realty Company
Buyer's Agent
Gwen Conte
RE/MAX Precision
List Price
$180,000
Sold Price
$178,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,000
-1.11%
Total Days on Market
3
Current Estimated Value
$248,743

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$70,743
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.51%
Original Mortgage
$142,400
Outstanding Balance
$126,238
Interest Rate
4.62%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$126,191

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 8, 2012
Closed on
Aug 9, 2012
Sold by
Wb Holdings L L C
Bought by
Erslandkosinski Dana and Erslandkosinski K
Seller's Agent
Ryan Wiederstein
WB Realty Company
Buyer's Agent
Ryan Wiederstein
WB Realty Company
List Price
$142,900
Sold Price
$132,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,900
-7.63%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.87%
Original Mortgage
$129,527
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 18, 2011
Sold by
Center City Financial Llc
Bought by
Wb Holdings Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 1, 2011
Sold by
Henson Debora K and Henson Debora
Bought by
Center City Financial Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 21, 1997
Sold by
Bowers James D and Bowers Rebecca D
Bought by
Henson Debora K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$112,100
Interest Rate
7.68%
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
Racette Greg $178,000 None Available
Erslandkosinski Dana -- --
Wb Holdings Llc $119,500 None Available
Center City Financial Llc $64,901 None Available
Henson Debora K $117,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Racette Greg $142,400
Closed Kosinski Jeffrey $55,959
Previous Owner Erslandkosinski Dana $129,527
Previous Owner Wb Holdings Llc $105,000
Previous Owner Henson Debora $132,700
Previous Owner Henson Debora K $26,900
Previous Owner Henson Debora K $125,000
Previous Owner Henson Debora K $26,050
Previous Owner Henson Debora K $112,100
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/27/2018 11/27/18 Sold $178,000 -1.1% $155 / Sq Ft
09/28/2018 09/28/18 Pending -- -- --
09/25/2018 09/25/18 For Sale $180,000 +36.4% $156 / Sq Ft
08/13/2012 08/13/12 Sold $132,000 -7.6% $115 / Sq Ft
08/01/2012 08/01/12 Pending -- -- --
04/08/2012 04/08/12 For Sale $142,900 -- $124 / 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 $4,220 $225,000 $43,700 $181,300
2023 $4,434 $225,000 $43,700 $181,300
2022 $4,398 $197,000 $39,400 $157,600
2021 $4,180 $197,000 $39,400 $157,600
2020 $4,338 $176,100 $35,100 $141,000
2019 $4,006 $176,100 $35,100 $141,000
2018 $3,960 $157,600 $30,700 $126,900
2017 $3,524 $157,600 $30,700 $126,900
2016 $3,658 $138,800 $26,700 $112,100
2015 $3,658 $138,800 $26,700 $112,100
2014 $3,290 $128,500 $24,200 $104,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ryan Wiederstein

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Ryan Wiederstein

    WB Realty Company

    (515) 554-4543

    3 in this area

    156 Total Sales

    Ryan Wiederstein
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  • Gwen Conte

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Gwen Conte

    RE/MAX

    (515) 238-8451

    1 in this area

    52 Total Sales

    Gwen Conte
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 570012

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 100-12825000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50311 Merle Hay

5905 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 5905 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311 since 25 September 2018 and is currently estimated at $248,743, approximately $215 per square foot. This property was built in 1952. 5905 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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