NOT LISTED FOR SALE

608 E Titus Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

South Central DSM Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $137,000 - $215,000

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
894 Sq Ft
$212/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 30, 2015

Last sale price $84,006 $94 Per Sq Ft

Est. 126% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,336/month

42 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Dining Area

About This Home

As of January 2015

3 bedroom 2 bath home with a room in the lower level that could be made into a 4th bedroom. Dual pane windows on the main level, large kitchen, fenced back yard. The home has a two car garage with extra room for storage and a small work area, Build equity with some paint and TLC. The 3rd bedroom in the lower level is non-conforming.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robert Luce

Iowa Realty Valley West Listed on: 12/19/2014

Last Buyer's Agent

Jeremy McMulin

RE/MAX Revolution

RE/MAX Revolution

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1965

Lot Details

  • 8,400 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60 x 14

Home Design

  • Split Foyer
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 894 Sq Ft Home
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms

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 12000138012000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1965

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Split Foyer
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 94.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 94.00
  • Year Built: 1965
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • 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: 864
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 600
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Included Items: Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 894
  • Total Sq Ft: 894

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Frame
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Asphalt
  • Trim: Paint

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: 60 x 14
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 12000138012000
  • Zoning: R

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: 3240.00
  • Net Taxes: 3240.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 608ETITUSAVEPOLKDESMOINE50315
  • Tax Year: 2014

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 9, 2025
Sold by
Pena Osman Alexander Ortiz and Herrera Marlin Y
Bought by
Pena Osman Alexander Or and Herrera Marlin Y
Total Days on Market
42
Current Estimated Value
$189,499

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 10, 2016
Sold by
Dynamic Enterprises Corporation
Bought by
Ortiz Pena Osman A and Ortiz Osman Alexander

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$125,962
Interest Rate
2.77%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 19, 2014
Closed on
Mar 30, 2015
Sold by
Dynamic Enterprises Corporation
Bought by
Ortiz Pena Osman A and Rivera Herrera Marlin Y
Seller's Agent
Robert Luce
Iowa Realty Valley West
Buyer's Agent
Jeremy McMulin
RE/MAX Revolution
List Price
$84,000
Sold Price
$84,006
Premium/Discount to List
$6
0.007%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.39%
Original Mortgage
$127,500
Interest Rate
8%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 19, 2014
Closed on
Jan 27, 2015
Sold by
Secretary Of Hud
Bought by
Hansen Richard K
Seller's Agent
Robert Luce
Iowa Realty Valley West
Buyer's Agent
Jeremy McMulin
RE/MAX Revolution
List Price
$84,000
Sold Price
$84,006
Premium/Discount to List
$6
0.007%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 12, 2014
Sold by
Bank Of America Na
Bought by
Secretary Of Hud

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 2, 2013
Sold by
Benavides Michael D and Meggison Shannon Mcrrie
Bought by
Bank Of America Na

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 7, 2010
Sold by
Spratt Angela M
Bought by
Benavides Michael D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$112,118
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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
Pena Osman Alexander Or -- None Listed On Document
Pena Osman Alexander Or -- None Listed On Document
Ortiz Pena Osman A $137,500 None Available
Ortiz Pena Osman A $137,500 None Available
Dynamic Enterprises Crop -- None Available
Hansen Richard K -- None Available
Secretary Of Hud -- None Available
Bank Of America Na -- None Available
Benavides Michael D $114,000 Itc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Ortiz Pena Osman A $125,962
Previous Owner Ortiz Pena Osman A $127,500
Previous Owner Benavides Michael D $112,118
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/30/2015 01/30/15 Sold $84,006 0.0% $94 / Sq Ft
12/31/2014 12/31/14 Pending -- -- --
12/19/2014 12/19/14 For Sale $84,000 -- $94 / 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 $3,974 $212,500 $33,700 $178,800
2023 $3,876 $212,500 $33,700 $178,800
2022 $3,844 $173,300 $28,500 $144,800
2021 $3,714 $173,300 $28,500 $144,800
2020 $3,852 $157,400 $25,900 $131,500
2019 $3,262 $157,400 $25,900 $131,500
2018 $3,224 $129,900 $20,900 $109,000
2017 $3,118 $129,900 $20,900 $109,000
2016 $3,032 $123,800 $19,700 $104,100
2015 $3,032 $123,800 $19,700 $104,100
2014 $3,362 $126,500 $19,700 $106,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • R

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Robert Luce

    Iowa Realty Valley West

  • J

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Jeremy McMulin

    RE/MAX

    1 in this area

    36 Total Sales

    Jeremy McMulin
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 446551

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 120-00138012000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 South Central DSM

608 E Titus Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 608 E Titus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 19 December 2014 and is currently estimated at $189,499, approximately $211 per square foot. This property was built in 1965. 608 E Titus Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Lovejoy Elementary School, Mccombs Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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