NOT LISTED FOR SALE

6211 Forest Ave Des Moines, IA 50311

Merle Hay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $261,000 - $265,200

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,284 Sq Ft
$206/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 8, 2022

Last sale price $240,000 $187 Per Sq Ft

Est. 10% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,782 / mo

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of July 2022

This home is located at 6211 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311 since 31 May 2022 and is currently estimated at $264,050, approximately $205 per square foot. This property was built in 1953. 6211 Forest Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Windsor Elementary School, Merrill Middle School, and Roosevelt High School.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Megan Carey O'Leary

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 05/31/2022

RE/MAX Concepts

Last Buyer's Agent

Megan Carey O'Leary

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 05/31/2022

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,165

Year Built

  • Built in 1953

Lot Details

  • 9,450 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 70x135
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Wood Fence

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,284 Sq Ft Home
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Partially Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 10004236000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,165

Year Built

Built in 1953

Lot Details

9,450 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 190.81
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 186.92
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, Laminate Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Other Rooms: 3 Season
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1284
  • Total Sq Ft: 1284

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Fully Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Wood
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 360
  • Garage: 1 Attached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2170
  • Lot S F: 9450
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 70X135
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10004236000000
  • 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: 5164.89
  • Net Taxes: 5164.89

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 31, 2022
Closed on
Jun 25, 2022
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Megan Carey O'Leary
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Megan Carey O'Leary
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$245,000
Sold Price
$240,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-2.04%
Current Estimated Value
$264,050

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$24,050
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.45%
Original Mortgage
$231,990
Outstanding Balance
$220,410
Interest Rate
5.1%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$43,640

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 12, 2017
Closed on
Aug 15, 2017
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Timothy Schutte
EXIT Realty & Associates
Buyer's Agent
Megan Carey O'Leary
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$187,500
Sold Price
$176,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$11,500
-6.13%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.55%
Original Mortgage
$140,800
Interest Rate
3.96%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 9, 2009
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$105,750
Interest Rate
5.08%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 3, 2009
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$105,750
Interest Rate
5.08%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 27, 2009
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$105,750
Interest Rate
5.08%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 24, 2006
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$113,600
Interest Rate
8.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 26, 1997
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$35,000
Interest Rate
8.27%
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

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$240,000 None Listed On Document
$176,000 None Available
$117,000 None Available
-- None Available
$81,000 None Available
$141,500 Itc
$87,500 --
$66,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $231,990
Previous Owner $140,800
Previous Owner $105,750
Previous Owner $113,600
Previous Owner $35,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/08/2022 07/08/22 Sold $240,000 -2.0% $187 / Sq Ft
05/31/2022 05/31/22 Pending -- -- --
05/31/2022 05/31/22 For Sale $245,000 +39.2% $191 / Sq Ft
08/17/2017 08/17/17 Sold $176,000 -6.1% $137 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/10/2017 07/10/17 Pending -- -- --
05/12/2017 05/12/17 For Sale $187,500 -- $146 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History

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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
2025 $4,382 $260,700 $50,500 $210,200
2024 $4,382 $233,200 $44,500 $188,700
2023 $4,778 $233,200 $44,500 $188,700
2022 $4,740 $202,700 $40,100 $162,600
2021 $4,532 $202,700 $40,100 $162,600
2020 $4,708 $181,600 $35,700 $145,900
2019 $4,354 $181,600 $35,700 $145,900
2018 $4,078 $162,000 $31,200 $130,800
2017 $3,648 $162,000 $31,200 $130,800
2016 $3,550 $143,400 $27,200 $116,200
2015 $3,550 $143,400 $27,200 $116,200
2014 $3,028 $122,700 $23,300 $99,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Megan Carey O'Leary

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Megan Carey O'Leary

    RE/MAX

    (515) 371-9744

    6 in this area

    131 Total Sales

    Megan Carey O'Leary
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  • Timothy Schutte

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Timothy Schutte

    EXIT Realty & Associates

    (515) 681-5677

    13 in this area

    171 Total Sales

    Timothy Schutte
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 653057

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 100-04236000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50311 Merle Hay

6211 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA

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