NOT LISTED FOR SALE

609 E Watrous Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

South Central DSM Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $176,000 - $179,191

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,024 Sq Ft
$174/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 05, 2016

Last sale price $95,565 $93 Per Sq Ft

Est. 87% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,229/month

84 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Dining Area
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of January 2016

Come see this completely remodeled Ranch with a two car attached garage. The large yard is already fenced in for you. There are three bedrooms on the main level and an additional non-conforming bedroom in the lower level. The home has been updated with gorgeous Brazilian hardwood floors throughout the main living space, has an open concept living and dining area with a custom built-in fireplace that is surrounded with rock veneers, and pre-wired for a flat screen. There are new birch kitchen cabinets with all new stainless steel appliances, and a partially finished lower level for additional space. There is tax abatement until 2023, and up to $12,500 in grants through NFC that is sure to make this house impeccable! This home definitely deserves a closer look for the price!

Last Listed By

Rod Barnett

Iowa Realty South Listed on: 09/22/2015

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,208

Year Built

  • Built in 1949

Lot Details

  • 0.25 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 93x119
  • Property is zoned R1-70

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,024 Sq Ft Home
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 12006921002000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,208

Year Built

Built in 1949

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 93.75
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 93.33
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: See Remarks
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 512
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 200
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Included Items: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1024
  • Total Sq Ft: 1024

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Attached

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: 0.2540
  • Lot S F: 11067
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 93X119
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 12006921002000
  • Zoning: R1-70

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: 2208.00
  • Net Taxes: 2208.00
  • Tax Year: 2016

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 22, 2015
Closed on
Dec 10, 2015
Sold by
Gillespie Connie
Bought by
Sandoval Rene
Seller's Agent
Rod Barnett
Iowa Realty South
Buyer's Agent
Fernando Aveiga
EXP Realty, LLC
List Price
$96,000
Sold Price
$95,565
Premium/Discount to List
-$435
-0.45%
Total Days on Market
84
Current Estimated Value
$178,298

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$82,733
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.70%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 16, 2014
Closed on
Mar 7, 2014
Sold by
Estrada Jose and Estrada Dujic Sandra
Bought by
Gillespie Connie
Seller's Agent
Sandra Estrada
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Buyer's Agent
Sandra Estrada
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
List Price
$114,900
Sold Price
$113,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,000
-0.87%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-9.15%
Original Mortgage
$111,836
Interest Rate
4.39%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 25, 2013
Closed on
May 15, 2013
Sold by
Federal National Mortgage Association
Bought by
Estrada Jose
Seller's Agent
Zineta Imamovic
Realty ONE Group Impact
Buyer's Agent
Sandra Estrada
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
List Price
$39,900
Sold Price
$38,800
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,100
-2.76%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
328.56%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 16, 2006
Sold by
Brandmeyer Arlie and Brandmeyer Linda
Bought by
Perez Paloma

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$88,500
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 13, 2006
Sold by
Nucaro Cosimo J
Bought by
Brandmeyer Arlie and Brandmeyer Linda

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 4, 2003
Sold by
Nucaro Sharon L
Bought by
Nucaro Cosimo J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 20, 2000
Sold by
Nucaro Sharon Lee and Nucaro Cosimo
Bought by
Nucaro Cosimo and Nucaro Sharon Lee

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$52,500
Interest Rate
8.26%

Range of Values:

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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
Sandoval Rene $96,000 None Available
Gillespie Connie $114,000 None Available
Estrada Jose -- None Available
Perez Paloma $88,000 None Available
Brandmeyer Arlie $34,500 Itc
Nucaro Cosimo J -- --
Nucaro Cosimo -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Sandoval Rene $87,350
Previous Owner Gillespie Connie $111,836
Previous Owner Perez Paloma $88,500
Previous Owner Nucaro Cosimo $52,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/05/2016 01/05/16 Sold $95,565 -0.5% $93 / Sq Ft
12/15/2015 12/15/15 Pending -- -- --
09/22/2015 09/22/15 For Sale $96,000 -15.7% $94 / Sq Ft
03/07/2014 03/07/14 Sold $113,900 -0.9% $113 / Sq Ft
03/03/2014 03/03/14 Pending -- -- --
01/16/2014 01/16/14 For Sale $114,900 +196.1% $114 / Sq Ft
06/10/2013 06/10/13 Sold $38,800 -2.8% $38 / Sq Ft
05/24/2013 05/24/13 Pending -- -- --
03/25/2013 03/25/13 For Sale $39,900 -- $40 / 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 $2,772 $159,200 $24,100 $135,100
2023 $2,534 $159,200 $24,100 $135,100
2022 $2,512 $124,200 $19,300 $104,900
2021 $2,412 $124,200 $19,300 $104,900
2020 $2,502 $113,100 $17,600 $95,500
2019 $2,152 $113,100 $17,600 $95,500
2018 $2,124 $96,400 $14,600 $81,800
2017 $2,068 $96,400 $14,600 $81,800
2016 $2,010 $89,900 $13,600 $76,300
2015 $2,010 $89,900 $13,600 $76,300
2014 $2,032 $93,000 $13,800 $79,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • R

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Rod Barnett

    Iowa Realty South

  • Fernando Aveiga

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Fernando Aveiga

    EXP Realty, LLC

    (515) 782-5174

    7 in this area

    133 Total Sales

    Fernando Aveiga
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  • S

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Sandra Estrada

    Iowa Realty Beaverdale

    (515) 326-0163

    3 in this area

    36 Total Sales

    Sandra Estrada
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  • Zineta Imamovic

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Zineta Imamovic

    Realty ONE Group Impact

    (515) 556-6854

    6 in this area

    85 Total Sales

    Zineta Imamovic
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 504767

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 120-06921002000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 South Central DSM

609 E Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 609 E Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 22 September 2015 and is currently estimated at $178,298, approximately $174 per square foot. This property was built in 1949. 609 E Watrous Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Lovejoy Elementary School, Weeks Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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