NOT LISTED FOR SALE

712 Leach Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

Watrous Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $163,392 - $179,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
928 Sq Ft
$184/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 30, 2016

Last sale price $96,580 $104 Per Sq Ft

Est. 77% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,177/month

30 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Bungalow
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Tile Flooring
  • Family Room

About This Home

As of June 2016

Fabulous bungalow with all the charm. Formal dining, huge family room, great woodwork, (hardwood floors under carpet). Completely refreshed & tons of updates. All new carpet, paint, main floor bath. You ll love the lower level laundry room & ¾ bath. Great space plus a non conforming 3rd bedroom for your extra needs. Fully fenced yard. Awesome front porch. Basement professionally waterproofed with life time guarantee.

Last Listed By

Jennifer Clark

Century 21 Signature Listed on: 05/31/2016

Century 21 Signature

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,730

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 6,912 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 48x144
  • Property is zoned R1-60

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 928 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 12006641000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,730

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 101.83
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 104.07
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 920
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 928
  • Total Sq Ft: 928

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

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: 0.1590
  • Lot S F: 6912
  • Lot Size: 48X144
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 12006641000000
  • Zoning: R1-60

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: 1730.00
  • Net Taxes: 1730.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 31, 2016
Closed on
Jun 20, 2016
Sold by
Sanger Scott C and Sanger Leeta A
Bought by
Calhoun Tia
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Clark
Century 21 Signature
Buyer's Agent
Gina Swanson
Century 21 Signature
List Price
$94,500
Sold Price
$96,580
Premium/Discount to List
$2,080
2.2%
Total Days on Market
30
Current Estimated Value
$171,098

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$74,518

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 11, 2011
Sold by
Sanger Samantha L and Sabovitch Kevin
Bought by
Sanger Scott C and Sanger Leeta A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$61,500
Interest Rate
4.55%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 16, 2004
Sold by
King Denver A and King Corina R
Bought by
Sanger Samantha L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$89,900
Interest Rate
5.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 28, 1998
Sold by
Sponsler Wendy S
Bought by
King Denver H and King Corinna R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$70,380
Interest Rate
7.27%
Mortgage Type
VA

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Calhoun Tia $97,000 None Available
Sanger Scott C -- None Available
Sanger Samantha L $89,500 --
King Denver H $68,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Sanger Scott C $61,500
Previous Owner Sanger Samantha L $89,900
Previous Owner King Denver H $70,380
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/30/2016 06/30/16 Sold $96,580 +2.2% $104 / Sq Ft
06/30/2016 06/30/16 Pending -- -- --
05/31/2016 05/31/16 For Sale $94,500 -- $102 / 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 $2,684 $136,400 $28,900 $107,500
2023 $2,554 $136,400 $28,900 $107,500
2022 $2,536 $108,400 $23,800 $84,600
2021 $2,510 $108,400 $23,800 $84,600
2020 $2,608 $100,600 $22,300 $78,300
2019 $2,368 $100,600 $22,300 $78,300
2018 $2,344 $88,100 $19,500 $68,600
2017 $1,766 $88,100 $19,500 $68,600
2016 $1,714 $77,100 $18,000 $59,100
2015 $1,714 $77,100 $18,000 $59,100
2014 $1,730 $77,100 $17,900 $59,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jennifer Clark

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Jennifer Clark

    Century 21 Signature

    (515) 208-2255

    179 Total Sales

    Jennifer Clark
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  • Gina Swanson

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Gina Swanson

    Century 21 Signature

    (515) 418-3154

    3 in this area

    290 Total Sales

    Gina Swanson
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 518580

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 120-06641000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Watrous Heights

712 Leach Ave, Des Moines, IA

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This home is located at 712 Leach Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 31 May 2016 and is currently estimated at $171,098, approximately $184 per square foot. This property was built in 1925. 712 Leach Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including South Union Elementary School, Brody Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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