
637 5th St West Des Moines, IA 50265
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- No HOA
- Valley High School Rated A
- Mud Room
- 4-minute walk to American Legion Park
About This Home
As of November 2017Beautifully renovated and updated turn of the century charmer in the heart of Valley Junction in quiet neighborhood, within walking distance of Farmer's Market, dining, shopping and many other annual celebrations! Main floor features an enclosed cozy front porch perfect for sitting and sipping your cup of morning Joe. From there you are greeted by a quaint drop zone area with bench and hooks for the kiddos to hang their backpacks, etc. then you enter the large living room which is open to the formal dining room then updated kitchen. There are 2 good sized bedrooms on main floor with updated full hall bath with hard surface counters, tiled floors and charming vanity. Upstairs features 2 large bedrooms, 3/4 hall bath w/ tiled floors in addition to a cozy sitting area which would make a great office space and reading nook. Basement offers ample storage space. Enclosed back porch leading to newer deck and overlooking backyard and 1.5 car detached garage is a great place to entertain.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,758
Year Built
- Built in 1913
Lot Details
- 8,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50x160
Home Design
- Brick Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,818 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Drapes & Rods
- Mud Room
- Family Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Unfinished Basement
Kitchen
- Stove
- <<microwave>>
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 32003440000000
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Similar Homes in West Des Moines, IA
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Warranty Deed | $172,500 | None Available | |
Warranty Deed | $131,250 | None Available | |
Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
Contract Of Sale | $155,700 | None Available | |
Warranty Deed | $79,500 | Itc |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $132,500 | New Conventional | |
Closed | $138,000 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $580,000 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $22,400 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $155,000 | Seller Take Back | |
Previous Owner | $100,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
11/08/2017 11/08/17 | Sold | $172,500 | -1.4% | $95 / Sq Ft |
11/08/2017 11/08/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
10/03/2017 10/03/17 | For Sale | $174,900 | +32.5% | $96 / Sq Ft |
09/27/2012 09/27/12 | Sold | $132,000 | -12.0% | $73 / Sq Ft |
09/27/2012 09/27/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
05/15/2012 05/15/12 | For Sale | $150,000 | -- | $83 / Sq Ft |
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 | $3,570 | $225,200 | $58,500 | $166,700 |
2023 | $3,610 | $225,200 | $58,500 | $166,700 |
2022 | $3,568 | $187,000 | $50,500 | $136,500 |
2021 | $3,426 | $187,000 | $50,500 | $136,500 |
2020 | $3,374 | $170,800 | $45,900 | $124,900 |
2019 | $3,058 | $170,800 | $45,900 | $124,900 |
2018 | $2,886 | $149,300 | $40,200 | $109,100 |
2017 | $2,758 | $149,300 | $40,200 | $109,100 |
2016 | $2,694 | $139,000 | $36,900 | $102,100 |
2015 | $2,694 | $139,000 | $36,900 | $102,100 |
2014 | $2,792 | $142,200 | $37,000 | $105,200 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2017
Michelle Greene
Realty ONE Group Impact
(515) 971-6965
5 in this area
272 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2017
Jason Rude
RE/MAX
(515) 953-8160
64 in this area
374 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2012
Amber Salmon
RE/MAX
(515) 988-0638
14 in this area
150 Total Sales
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2012
Michael Inman
RE/MAX
(515) 975-6800
6 in this area
48 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2012
Daniel Dale
RE/MAX
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 548901

APN: 320-03440000000