$308,900
SOLD MAY 1, 2020

681 W 68th St S Newton, IA 50208

4 Beds
3 Baths
1,652 Sq Ft
1.03 Acres

Recently Sold

$187 Per Sq Ft

10% Below List Price

235 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Shades
  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Wet Bar

About This Home

As of April 2021

Come take a look at this gorgeous ranch home that has upgrades galore! Built by Sage Homes, the split bedroom style ranch has a bedroom at the entry of the home with full bathroom and the main kitchen & living room has an open concept with master suite located off of the dining area. Large windows with remote controlled shades makes the space bright and airy and allows for shade and privacy! The gourmet kitchen has a large island and dining area that is perfect for entertaining. The living room is large and has plenty of space to comfortably host holidays and get-togethers! Some of the highlights include, a hidden pantry & mudroom/drop-zone! The design elements through-out the home are modern farmhouse style yet timeless! Downstairs is a large family room, wet bar, and 2 additional bedrooms with full bathroom. This property is situated on large lot and has a easy access to interstate for a quick commute downtown Des Moines!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mike Christiansen

EXP Realty, LLC Listed on: 09/09/2019

EXP Realty, LLC

Co-Listed By

Katelyn Christiansen

EXP Realty, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Bryan Curtis

Attain RE

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,609

Year Built

  • Built in 2017

Lot Details

  • 1.03 Acre Lot
  • Irregular Lot

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,652 Sq Ft Home
  • Wet Bar
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Shades
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Laundry on main level
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Propane

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Built by Sage Homes

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0734426011

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,609

Year Built

Built in 2017

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Homebuilder: Sage Homes
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 190.62
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 186.99
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 2017
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Direct Vent Gas
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Hardwood Floors, Shades/Shutters, Tile Floors, Wet Bar
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1652
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 1000
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1652
  • Total Sq Ft: 1652

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Gravel
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 640
  • Garage: 3 Attached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 3

Utilities

  • Water: Rural
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Propane

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Newton

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.0300
  • Lot S F: 44867
  • Lot Shape: Irregular
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0734426011
  • 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: 3609.00
  • Net Taxes: 3610.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Newton

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 23, 2021
Closed on
Apr 16, 2021
Sold by
Forehead Alexander Philip and Forehead Chelsey Marie
Bought by
Edwards Charles D and Edwards Jessica S
Seller's Agent
Bryan Curtis
Attain RE
Buyer's Agent
Haim Naggar
BHHS First Realty Westown
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$325,000
Current Estimated Value
$448,593

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$123,593
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.53%
Original Mortgage
$319,113
Outstanding Balance
$291,643
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$156,985

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 9, 2019
Closed on
Apr 28, 2020
Sold by
Lepley Erik G and Lepley Kaitlyn
Bought by
Forehead Alexander Philip and Forehead Chelsey Marie
Seller's Agent
Mike Christiansen
EXP Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Bryan Curtis
Attain RE
List Price
$344,900
Sold Price
$308,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$36,000
-10.44%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.38%
Original Mortgage
$283,900
Interest Rate
3.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 14, 2017
Sold by
Sage Homes Inc
Bought by
Lepley Erik G

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$273,408
Interest Rate
3.89%
Mortgage Type
VA
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $325,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $309,000 None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $319,113 FHA
Previous Owner $283,900 New Conventional
Previous Owner $273,408 VA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/21/2021 04/21/21 Sold $325,000 0.0% $197 / Sq Ft
02/28/2021 02/28/21 Pending -- -- --
02/23/2021 02/23/21 For Sale $325,000 +5.2% $197 / Sq Ft
05/01/2020 05/01/20 Sold $308,900 -10.4% $187 / Sq Ft
04/01/2020 04/01/20 Pending -- -- --
09/09/2019 09/09/19 For Sale $344,900 +1816.1% $209 / Sq Ft
01/12/2017 01/12/17 Sold $18,000 -10.0% --
01/04/2017 01/04/17 Pending -- -- --
05/07/2015 05/07/15 For Sale $20,000 -- --
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
2025 $5,282 $462,560 $63,000 $399,560
2024 $5,282 $416,320 $44,580 $371,740
2023 $5,120 $416,320 $44,580 $371,740
2022 $4,236 $320,030 $44,580 $275,450
2021 $3,836 $294,940 $44,580 $250,360
2020 $3,836 $254,960 $34,130 $220,830
2019 $3,610 $216,540 $0 $0
2018 $3,610 $15,850 $0 $0
2017 $202 $12,190 $0 $0
2016 $202 $12,190 $0 $0
2015 $198 $12,190 $0 $0
2014 $194 $12,190 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 590871

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 07-34-426-011