NOT LISTED FOR SALE

617 Thornton Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

Watrous Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $160,000 - $212,484

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,052 Sq Ft
$173/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 04, 2024

Last sale price $170,000 $162 Per Sq Ft

Est. 7% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,330/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Wood Flooring
  • Patio
  • Family Room

About This Home

As of January 2024

Super cute and affordable move-in ready brick ranch! Just a short commute to downtown from here. When you walk in the front door be sure to look at the details in front of you - unique plaster cove detail on living room ceiling and arched openings add real charm to this one. Updated Furnace and AC, new front door, new slider out to huge patio. Vinyl windows, new light fixtures throughout and updated faucets. There’s even a one car attached garage so you don’t have to walk out to a cold car in the winter. Another huge bonus is this home is located in an NFC area with grant money available for qualified buyers for downpayment assistance and/or home improvements. Ask your agent to get more details. Priced over $25k below its assessed value, this home is a great opportunity. Setup your showing today!

Last Listed By

Tom Miller

EXP Realty, LLC Listed on: 12/01/2023

EXP Realty, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,037

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 8,520 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60x142
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Property is zoned N3A

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,052 Sq Ft Home
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Dining Area
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01003659000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,037

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 165.40
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 161.60
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Direct Vent Gas
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, Laminate Floors, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1052
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 500
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1052
  • Total Sq Ft: 1052

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick, Metal Siding
  • Exterior Features: Fully Fenced Yard, Open Patio
  • Fence Type: Chain Link
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Mahogany

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 459
  • Garage: 1 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: 0.1960
  • Lot S F: 8520
  • Lot Size: 60X142
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01003659000000
  • Zoning: N3A

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: 4037.00
  • Net Taxes: 3828.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 1, 2023
Closed on
Jan 4, 2024
Sold by
Ryan Justin and Ryan Holly
Bought by
Ramirez Sergio
Seller's Agent
Tom Miller
EXP Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Donald Easton
Keller Williams Realty GDM
List Price
$174,000
Sold Price
$170,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-2.3%
Total Days on Market
4
Views
18
Current Estimated Value
$182,371

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$12,371
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.20%
Original Mortgage
$147,028
Outstanding Balance
$145,247
Interest Rate
7.29%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$39,459

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 24, 2001
Sold by
Cross Debra R
Bought by
Ryan Justin

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$80,250
Interest Rate
10.75%

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
Ramirez Sergio $170,000 None Listed On Document
Ryan Justin $106,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ramirez Sergio $7,050
Closed Ramirez Sergio $2,723
Open Ramirez Sergio $147,028
Previous Owner Ryan Justin $80,250
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/04/2024 01/04/24 Sold $170,000 -2.3% $162 / Sq Ft
12/05/2023 12/05/23 Pending -- -- --
12/01/2023 12/01/23 For Sale $174,000 -- $165 / 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 $3,768 $202,000 $32,000 $170,000
2023 $3,572 $202,000 $32,000 $170,000
2022 $3,542 $160,400 $26,300 $134,100
2021 $3,356 $160,400 $26,300 $134,100
2020 $3,482 $143,100 $23,400 $119,700
2019 $3,198 $143,100 $23,400 $119,700
2018 $3,160 $127,500 $20,300 $107,200
2017 $2,918 $127,500 $20,300 $107,200
2016 $2,838 $116,400 $18,400 $98,000
2015 $2,838 $116,400 $18,400 $98,000
2014 $2,578 $109,600 $16,900 $92,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Tom Miller

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Tom Miller

    EXP Realty, LLC

    (515) 729-2362

    1 in this area

    105 Total Sales

    Tom Miller
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  • Donald Easton

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Donald Easton

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    (515) 339-0317

    2 in this area

    87 Total Sales

    Donald Easton
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 686039

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-03659000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Watrous Heights

617 Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA

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This home is located at 617 Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 01 December 2023 and is currently estimated at $182,371, approximately $173 per square foot. This property was built in 1955. 617 Thornton Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Park Avenue Elementary School, Brody Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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