Seller's Agent in 2024
Austin Sullivan
RE/MAX
(515) 943-9797
2 in this area
204 Total Sales
5908 College Ave Des Moines, IA 50322
Merle Hay NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $239,000 - $256,000
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,309
Sq Ft
$190/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- No HOA
- Family Room Downstairs
- Wood Flooring
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Dining Area
About This Home
As of February 2024Check out this must see listing in Des Moines. As you walk in from the front door you will see your living room with beautiful hardwood floors throughout. In the kitchen you will find lots of cabinet space with a built-in wine rack above the fridge. The kitchen also has a dining area off of it that has a sliding glass door allowing lots of natural light. On the main level you also have two bedrooms and a full bathroom. Upstairs you have another bedroom or office area with a large closet. Downstairs you will find another living room that is already finished. Outside you will enjoy your oversized deck, perfect for entertaining, that leads to a fully fenced in backyard. Another great feature of this home is the 2 car garage that was built in 2010. Other updates include a new roof and leaf guard gutters in the fall of 2022, new basement flooring, washer and dryer in 2023 and 2 new upstairs windows in 2024.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,460
Year Built
- Built in 1947
Lot Details
- 10,080 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 60x168
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Chain Link Fence
- Property is zoned N3B
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Block Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Metal Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,309 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Drapes & Rods
- Family Room Downstairs
- Dining Area
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Additional Features
- Deck
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 10005001000000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 10, 2025
Sold by
Erpelding Louis and Erpelding Coe
Bought by
Erpelding Sophia
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$192,000
Outstanding Balance
$192,000
Interest Rate
5.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$56,814
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 25, 2024
Closed on
Feb 22, 2024
Sold by
Hood Abby
Bought by
Erpelding Louis and Erpelding Sophia
Seller's Agent
Austin Sullivan
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Sarah Cowman
Homefront Real Estate, LLC
List Price
$235,000
Sold Price
$235,000
Views
3
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.26%
Original Mortgage
$188,000
Interest Rate
6.66%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 29, 2013
Closed on
Sep 18, 2013
Sold by
Hildebrand Jacob H and Grier Nicole M
Bought by
Hood Abby
Seller's Agent
Adam Bunce
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
John Mendoza
Smart Avenue
List Price
$147,900
Sold Price
$146,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,900
-1.28%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.66%
Original Mortgage
$138,700
Interest Rate
4.39%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 7, 2010
Sold by
Hucka Sarah Marie and Hucka Timothy J
Bought by
Grier Nicole M and Hildebrand Jacob H
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$116,000
Interest Rate
5.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 7, 2006
Sold by
Carney Adam and Carney Adam C
Bought by
Graves Sarah M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$131,950
Interest Rate
6.83%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 4, 2004
Sold by
J R W & Associates Inc
Bought by
Carney Adam
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$132,000
Interest Rate
5.77%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 8, 2003
Sold by
Carberry John W
Bought by
J R W & Associates Inc
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 29, 2003
Sold by
Carberry John W
Bought by
J R W & Associates Inc
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erpelding Sophia | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Erpelding Louis | $235,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Erpelding Louis | $235,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Hood Abby | $146,000 | None Available | |
| Grier Nicole M | $125,500 | None Available | |
| Graves Sarah M | $142,500 | Itc | |
| Carney Adam | $131,500 | -- | |
| J R W & Associates Inc | $500 | -- | |
| J R W & Associates Inc | $80,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Erpelding Sophia | $192,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Erpelding Louis | $188,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hood Abby | $138,700 | |
| Previous Owner | Grier Nicole M | $116,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Graves Sarah M | $131,950 | |
| Previous Owner | Carney Adam | $132,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/23/2024 02/23/24 | Sold | $235,000 | 0.0% | $180 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/29/2024 01/29/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/25/2024 01/25/24 | For Sale | $235,000 | +61.0% | $180 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/18/2013 09/18/13 | Sold | $146,000 | -1.3% | $112 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 08/19/2013 08/19/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/29/2013 07/29/13 | For Sale | $147,900 | -- | $113 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,184 | $249,700 | $51,000 | $198,700 |
| 2024 | $4,184 | $223,200 | $44,900 | $178,300 |
| 2023 | $4,320 | $223,200 | $44,900 | $178,300 |
| 2022 | $4,286 | $192,200 | $40,500 | $151,700 |
| 2021 | $3,798 | $192,200 | $40,500 | $151,700 |
| 2020 | $3,940 | $172,200 | $36,100 | $136,100 |
| 2019 | $3,592 | $172,200 | $36,100 | $136,100 |
| 2018 | $3,552 | $153,600 | $31,500 | $122,100 |
| 2017 | $3,138 | $153,600 | $31,500 | $122,100 |
| 2016 | $3,052 | $135,900 | $27,500 | $108,400 |
| 2015 | $3,052 | $135,900 | $27,500 | $108,400 |
| 2014 | $2,950 | $126,100 | $25,000 | $101,100 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Austin Sullivan
-
Sarah Cowman
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Sarah Cowman
Homefront Real Estate, LLC
(515) 468-0409
3 in this area
313 Total Sales
-
A
Seller's Agent in 2013
Adam Bunce
RE/MAX
-
John Mendoza
J
Buyer's Agent in 2013
John Mendoza
Smart Avenue
(515) 402-5262
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 688232
APN: 100-05001000000
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