702 Polk Blvd Des Moines, IA 50312
Waterbury NeighborhoodEstimated payment $3,426/month
Total Views
229,640
6
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,668
Sq Ft
$197
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Hot Property
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Deck
- Wine Refrigerator
- Formal Dining Room
About This Home
Beautifully updated historic home on Polk Blvd featuring 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a 2-car attached garage. Step inside to a spacious modern kitchen, perfect for entertaining and daily living. The living room showcases a stunning floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, creating a warm focal point for the home. Upstairs, you’ll find generous bedrooms with plenty of space for family, guests, or home offices (all 6 are upstairs). Bathrooms have been thoughtfully updated, blending modern finishes with timeless character. Outside, enjoy the deck overlooking the backyard, ideal for summer gatherings or quiet evenings. With its prime location on one of Des Moines’ most sought-after boulevards, this home combines historic charm, modern updates, and everyday functionality in one remarkable package.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,704
Year Built
- Built in 1914
Lot Details
- 9,253 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is zoned N5
Home Design
- Block Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Wood Siding
- Stone Siding
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2,668 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Family Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Unfinished Basement
Kitchen
- Stove
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
- Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Driveway
Additional Features
- Deck
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 782501402025
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $7,224 | $386,300 | $76,300 | $310,000 |
| 2023 | $7,262 | $386,300 | $76,300 | $310,000 |
| 2022 | $7,204 | $320,400 | $64,800 | $255,600 |
| 2021 | $6,880 | $320,400 | $64,800 | $255,600 |
| 2020 | $7,140 | $287,600 | $57,900 | $229,700 |
| 2019 | $6,758 | $287,600 | $57,900 | $229,700 |
| 2018 | $6,682 | $263,200 | $51,900 | $211,300 |
| 2017 | $6,144 | $263,200 | $51,900 | $211,300 |
| 2016 | $6,066 | $238,900 | $46,000 | $192,900 |
| 2015 | $6,066 | $238,900 | $46,000 | $192,900 |
| 2014 | $5,752 | $225,200 | $42,700 | $182,500 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/03/2025 09/03/25 | For Sale | $525,000 | +91.4% | $197 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/11/2015 09/11/15 | Sold | $274,300 | -3.8% | $103 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 08/12/2015 08/12/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/17/2015 07/17/15 | For Sale | $285,000 | -- | $107 / Sq Ft |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Attorney | |
| Warranty Deed | $274,500 | Attorney | |
| Warranty Deed | $152,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $269,300 | VA | |
| Closed | $269,300 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $144,850 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 725439
APN: 090-02824000000
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