618 Arthur Ave Des Moines, IA 50313
Union Park Neighborhood
4
Beds
3
Baths
1,599
Sq Ft
8,400
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Sun or Florida Room
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- No HOA
- Patio
About This Home
As of July 2022You won’t want to miss this updated 4 bedroom/3 bathroom home conveniently located between E 14th St/2nd Ave & N of 235! The main level of this home features a newly renovated kitchen w/ added windows, stainless steel appliances, open dining room, a large living room w/ fireplace, 2 large bedrooms w/ many built-ins, a full bath, & a 4 seasons sunroom. Upstairs you’ll find a huge master suite, ensuite full bath & 2 walk in closets. A 4th bedroom, 3rd bathroom, & kitchenette have been added to the basement - the seller rented this space for $700/month! A nicely finished laundry room is also in the basement. Outside relax on the new paver patio surrounded by mature trees & full vinyl privacy fence on this corner lot. Other updates include a newly built insulated & drywalled 2 stall garage in 2022, a vinyl privacy fence in 2022, new concrete sidewalks/steps, a new roof in 2021, a new retaining wall in 2020, new water heater, new AC, newer windows. Schedule a showing today!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,235
Year Built
- Built in 1927
Lot Details
- 8,400 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Vinyl Fence
- Property is zoned N5
Home Design
- Brick Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Metal Siding
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,599 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Family Room
- Dining Area
- Sun or Florida Room
- Finished Basement
- Basement Window Egress
- Eat-In Kitchen
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 07001608000000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 9, 2022
Closed on
Jul 26, 2022
Sold by
Ashley Chester
Bought by
Macias Jose
Seller's Agent
Jessica Gilligan
Century 21 Signature
Buyer's Agent
Chinda Khamboun
Keller Williams Realty GDM
List Price
$235,000
Sold Price
$245,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
4.26%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.01%
Original Mortgage
$220,500
Outstanding Balance
$210,879
Interest Rate
5.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$49,607
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 3, 2017
Sold by
Dlr Holdings Llc
Bought by
Chester Ashley
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$106,400
Interest Rate
4.19%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 17, 2015
Sold by
Wells Fargo Financial Bank and Eland Marilyn A
Bought by
Dlr Holdings Llc
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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 | $245,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $133,000 | None Available | |
| Sheriffs Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $220,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $106,400 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $99,458 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $5,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $35,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Closed | $21,500 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/12/2025 08/12/25 | For Sale | $265,000 | 0.0% | $166 / Sq Ft |
| 08/01/2025 08/01/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/10/2025 07/10/25 | For Sale | $265,000 | +8.2% | $166 / Sq Ft |
| 07/27/2022 07/27/22 | Sold | $245,000 | +4.3% | $153 / Sq Ft |
| 06/16/2022 06/16/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/16/2022 06/16/22 | For Sale | $235,000 | 0.0% | $147 / Sq Ft |
| 06/13/2022 06/13/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/09/2022 06/09/22 | For Sale | $235,000 | -- | $147 / 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 | $4,368 | $222,000 | $28,100 | $193,900 |
| 2023 | $3,708 | $222,000 | $28,100 | $193,900 |
| 2022 | $3,678 | $166,200 | $22,500 | $143,700 |
| 2021 | $3,072 | $166,200 | $22,500 | $143,700 |
| 2020 | $3,248 | $131,700 | $19,900 | $111,800 |
| 2019 | $3,252 | $134,100 | $19,900 | $114,200 |
| 2018 | $2,182 | $121,000 | $17,500 | $103,500 |
| 2017 | $2,070 | $82,000 | $17,500 | $64,500 |
| 2016 | $1,786 | $76,500 | $16,000 | $60,500 |
| 2015 | $1,786 | $76,500 | $16,000 | $60,500 |
| 2014 | $1,794 | $79,000 | $16,100 | $62,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Chinda Khamboun
C
Seller's Agent in 2025
Chinda Khamboun
Keller Williams Realty GDM
(515) 608-0224
3 in this area
42 Total Sales
-
Junior Ibarra
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Junior Ibarra
Keller Williams Realty GDM
(515) 417-0624
22 in this area
889 Total Sales
-
Jessica Gilligan
Seller's Agent in 2022
Jessica Gilligan
Century 21 Signature
(515) 975-4595
3 in this area
183 Total Sales
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 653765
APN: 070-01608000000
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