Seller's Agent in 2018
Ryan Wiederstein
WB Realty Company
(515) 554-4543
3 in this area
131 Total Sales
5905 Forest Ave Des Moines, IA 50311
Merle Hay Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,152
Sq Ft
8,400
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Ranch Style House
- 2 Fireplaces
- Shades
- Wood Flooring
- Formal Dining Room
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
As of November 2018PRICE REDUCED! Great location and great landscaping. If you are looking for a house that has great outdoor space, this is it. All brick ranch with 3 bedrooms, fireplace, dining room. The basement has an additional 400sf finished and a full bathroom. The total square feet finished in this home is over 1500sf. The landscaping features two fish ponds, walking path and deck. The two car garage is oversized and has plenty of built-in storage.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,812
Year Built
- Built in 1952
Lot Details
- 8,400 Sq Ft Lot
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Block Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,152 Sq Ft Home
- 2 Fireplaces
- Screen For Fireplace
- Shades
- Formal Dining Room
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Finished Basement
Kitchen
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 10012825000000
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%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$72,518
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.04%
Original Mortgage
$142,400
Outstanding Balance
$126,238
Interest Rate
4.62%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$122,505
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%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $178,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
| Corporate Deed | $119,500 | None Available | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $64,901 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $117,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $142,400 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Closed | $55,959 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $129,527 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $105,000 | Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $132,700 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $26,900 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $125,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $26,050 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $112,100 | No Value Available |
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
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
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Ryan Wiederstein
-
Gwen Conte
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Gwen Conte
RE/MAX
(515) 238-8451
1 in this area
48 Total Sales
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 399214
APN: 100-12825000000
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