NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $532,000 - $584,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,296 Sq Ft
$431/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 14, 2023

Last sale price $540,000 $417 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,676/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • No HOA
  • Wood Flooring
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen

About This Home

As of July 2023

Mid-century modern meets the iconic style of Frank Lloyd Wright. This one of kind home features an updated exterior that reflects Wright’s style influence in the historic Linden Heights, one of the DSM great neighborhoods South of Grand & known for its architectural charm. This home was designed & built by a local architect who drew inspiration from Wrights design –bold horizontal lines, walls of glass, slate flooring, exposed brick walls, cantilevered screened porch and open spaces further enhances the distinctive architectural style. You're surrounded by nature as you enjoy the tree lined private yard. The expansive panes of glass allow light to enter the rooms from multiple angles for you to enjoy the tree house like setting. Open 1st floor features a spacious living room w/ a fireplace, dining area, kitchen with center island. Plus, a covered screened in deck that runs along the length of the home creating your own private oasis, peaceful space for you to enjoy your morning coffee or evening dinner. 3 spacious BRs, 2 updated elegant BAs, PLUS a 2 car Att garage! The LL walkout is finished with an add’l family room w/ 2nd FP, 3rd BR, updated laundry. As you walk out to the back yard you will enjoy your own private retreat amongst the sun glistened trees, the space is sure to impress & great for entertaining. Featured in this year's Iowa Mid Century Modern House Tour. This home is truly a rare opportunity to own an icon in one of the city’s most sought after locations.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lucrezia Moore

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing Listed on: 06/14/2023

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

Last Buyer's Agent

Jim Baehr

Iowa Realty Beaverdale

Iowa Realty Beaverdale

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,241

Year Built

  • Built in 1958

Lot Details

  • 0.47 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 100x205
  • Property is zoned N3A

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Brick Foundation
  • Block Foundation
  • Rubber Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,296 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Dining Area
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Finished Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • Covered Deck
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 09004368000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,241

Year Built

Built in 1958

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Architecture: Contemporary
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 374.23
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 416.67
  • Year Built: 1958
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Wood
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished, Partial Finished, Walkout
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1296
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 800
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas, Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor, Lower Level
  • Other Rooms: 3 Season
  • Included Items: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1296
  • Total Sq Ft: 1296

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick, Wood
  • Exterior Features: Covered Deck, Screened Porch
  • Foundation: Block, Brick
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 405
  • Garage: 2 Attached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 2

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: 0.4710
  • Lot S F: 20500
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 100X205
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 09004368000000
  • 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: 7240.54
  • Net Taxes: 7030.98

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 14, 2023
Closed on
Jul 13, 2023
Sold by
Westergard Kirk A and Westergard Suzanne M
Bought by
Baehr Robert and Baehr Kelly
Seller's Agent
Lucrezia Moore
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Buyer's Agent
Jim Baehr
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
List Price
$485,000
Sold Price
$540,000
Premium/Discount to List
$55,000
11.34%
Views
64
Current Estimated Value
$558,093

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$18,093
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.55%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 26, 2021
Sold by
Hill Janice I
Bought by
Westergard Kirk A and Westergard Suzanne M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 6, 2018
Sold by
Egly Carol S
Bought by
Cotton Bill D and Hill Janice I

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$180,000
Interest Rate
4.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 4, 1999
Sold by
Mannheimer Robert E and Mannheimer Joan E
Bought by
Egly Carol S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$162,000
Interest Rate
7.97%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Baehr Robert $540,000 None Listed On Document
Westergard Kirk A $307,500 None Available
Cotton Bill D $300,000 None Available
Egly Carol S $182,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Cotton Bill D $180,000
Previous Owner Egly Carol S $92,275
Previous Owner Egly Carol S $142,000
Previous Owner Egly Carol S $20,000
Previous Owner Egly Carol S $162,000
Previous Owner Egly Carol S $162,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/14/2023 07/14/23 Sold $540,000 +11.3% $417 / Sq Ft
06/15/2023 06/15/23 Pending -- -- --
06/14/2023 06/14/23 For Sale $485,000 -- $374 / 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 $6,808 $485,300 $112,400 $372,900
2023 $7,028 $363,500 $112,400 $251,100
2022 $6,974 $307,100 $97,300 $209,800
2021 $6,994 $307,100 $97,300 $209,800
2020 $7,262 $288,900 $89,400 $199,500
2019 $7,466 $288,900 $89,400 $199,500
2018 $7,384 $286,300 $86,100 $200,200
2017 $6,620 $286,300 $86,100 $200,200
2016 $6,446 $253,300 $75,100 $178,200
2015 $6,446 $253,300 $75,100 $178,200
2014 $5,928 $240,400 $70,600 $169,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 675325

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 090-04368000000