Seller's Agent in 2025
Amy Dempsey
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
(323) 204-1936
8 in this area
91 Total Sales
6011 University Ave Des Moines, IA 50311
Merle Hay Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,012
Sq Ft
10,505
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- No HOA
- Covered Deck
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Tile Flooring
- Family Room Downstairs
About This Home
As of April 2025Beautifully updated 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with 260sqft of finished attic space. Newer carpet throughout, added egress windows in the basement bonus room, new furnace, and new roof (2021) and a gorgeous newer bathroom downstairs. Out back you can enjoy the large deck with a Pergola for shade while entertaining or enjoying your morning coffee. The 24x24 detached garage on an oversized slab provides plenty of extra parking for guests and the ability to turn around before exiting on to University Ave. Close to schools, churches, bike trails, freeway access and more!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,432
Year Built
- Built in 1941
Lot Details
- 10,505 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 55x191
- Property is zoned N3B
Home Design
- Block Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,012 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Family Room Downstairs
- Basement Window Egress
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
- Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Covered Deck
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Window Unit Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 10012499000000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 21, 2024
Closed on
Mar 13, 2025
Sold by
William James Properties Llc
Bought by
Brooks Lanett R
Seller's Agent
Amy Dempsey
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Buyer's Agent
JaTyrin Avant
LPT Realty, LLC
List Price
$209,900
Sold Price
$208,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,900
-0.91%
Views
101
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
$3,686
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.46%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 22, 2021
Closed on
Apr 30, 2021
Sold by
Tvedt Nathan E
Bought by
Kummet Gary and Kummet Colleen
Seller's Agent
Elizabeth Cabral
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Buyer's Agent
Kim O'Connor
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
List Price
$190,000
Sold Price
$190,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.34%
Original Mortgage
$142,500
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 1, 2018
Closed on
Oct 5, 2018
Sold by
Anderson Karmen and Barker Matthew
Bought by
Tvedt Nathan E
Seller's Agent
Greg Weinschenk
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth Cabral
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
List Price
$155,000
Sold Price
$146,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-5.81%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.79%
Original Mortgage
$131,400
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 23, 2016
Closed on
Jul 6, 2016
Sold by
Us Bank Trust Na
Bought by
Anderson Karmen
Seller's Agent
Steven Camerona
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Buyer's Agent
Greg Weinschenk
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
List Price
$99,900
Sold Price
$92,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,400
-7.41%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
22.82%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 18, 2016
Sold by
Luna Jason A and Luna Krissi L
Bought by
Us Bank Trust Na and Lsf9 Master Participation Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 20, 2004
Sold by
Longnecker Anthony A
Bought by
Luna Jason and Luna Krissi
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$86,790
Interest Rate
5.85%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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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 | $208,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $190,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $146,000 | None Available | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $92,500 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $86,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $142,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $131,400 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $14,600 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $88,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $3,833 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $12,467 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $112,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $86,790 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/04/2025 04/04/25 | Sold | $208,000 | -0.9% | $206 / Sq Ft |
| 02/19/2025 02/19/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/07/2025 02/07/25 | For Sale | $209,900 | 0.0% | $207 / Sq Ft |
| 01/26/2025 01/26/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/06/2024 12/06/24 | For Sale | $209,900 | 0.0% | $207 / Sq Ft |
| 12/02/2024 12/02/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/15/2024 11/15/24 | Price Changed | $209,900 | -2.4% | $207 / Sq Ft |
| 10/21/2024 10/21/24 | For Sale | $215,000 | +13.2% | $212 / Sq Ft |
| 05/03/2021 05/03/21 | Sold | $190,000 | 0.0% | $188 / Sq Ft |
| 05/03/2021 05/03/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/22/2021 03/22/21 | For Sale | $190,000 | +30.1% | $188 / Sq Ft |
| 10/08/2018 10/08/18 | Sold | $146,000 | -5.8% | $144 / Sq Ft |
| 10/08/2018 10/08/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/01/2018 06/01/18 | For Sale | $155,000 | +67.6% | $153 / Sq Ft |
| 07/18/2016 07/18/16 | Sold | $92,500 | -7.4% | $91 / Sq Ft |
| 07/13/2016 07/13/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/23/2016 05/23/16 | For Sale | $99,900 | -- | $99 / 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 | $3,432 | $174,500 | $40,700 | $133,800 |
| 2023 | $3,458 | $174,500 | $40,700 | $133,800 |
| 2022 | $3,432 | $146,700 | $36,700 | $110,000 |
| 2021 | $3,296 | $146,700 | $36,700 | $110,000 |
| 2020 | $3,424 | $132,100 | $32,700 | $99,400 |
| 2019 | $2,586 | $132,100 | $32,700 | $99,400 |
| 2018 | $2,410 | $117,600 | $28,600 | $89,000 |
| 2017 | $2,350 | $105,900 | $28,600 | $77,300 |
| 2016 | $2,449 | $105,400 | $24,900 | $80,500 |
| 2015 | $2,060 | $105,400 | $24,900 | $80,500 |
| 2014 | $2,248 | $97,000 | $22,500 | $74,500 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Amy Dempsey
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JaTyrin Avant
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
JaTyrin Avant
LPT Realty, LLC
(515) 867-4360
1 in this area
14 Total Sales
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Elizabeth Cabral
Seller's Agent in 2021
Elizabeth Cabral
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
(515) 864-9863
2 in this area
20 Total Sales
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K
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Kim O'Connor
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
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Greg Weinschenk
G
Seller's Agent in 2018
Greg Weinschenk
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
(515) 453-5900
3 in this area
88 Total Sales
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Steven Camerona
Seller's Agent in 2016
Steven Camerona
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
(515) 277-6211
2 in this area
214 Total Sales
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 706272
APN: 100-12499000000
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