NOT LISTED FOR SALE

717 Creston Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

Indianola Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $236,000 - $287,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,427 Sq Ft
$184/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 12, 2018

Last sale price $187,000 $131 Per Sq Ft

Est. 41% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,882/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Eat-In Kitchen

About This Home

As of October 2018

This beautiful, well-built, brick home features nearly 2,500 SF of finish. The upper level has a spacious master bedroom and a full bath with 2 closets. Newer Anderson 400 series windows (including a large bow window) illuminate beautiful hardwood floors that flow through the main level excluding the full bath with marble flooring and the recently refinished kitchen (granite countertops). Glass doors open to a large deck. The almost 1000 SF finished basement features a second kitchen with pantry, full bath, and a large family room that could easily be divided to make a fourth bedroom. The home sits on nearly a 1/2 acre of mature landscape including fruit trees and garden. Other features include a fenced backyard, garden shed, and 2 car detached garage with a carport. This amazing home offers the ultimate in convenience; it is located minutes from the airport and downtown and walking distance to schools.

Last Listed By

Bryan Curtis

Attain RE Listed on: 09/05/2018

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,266

Year Built

  • Built in 1948

Lot Details

  • 0.41 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 120x147
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Wood Fence
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Property is zoned R1-60

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,427 Sq Ft Home
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Dining Area
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Window Egress
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Carport
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01003606005000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,266

Year Built

Built in 1948

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 131.04
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 131.04
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Wood
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Cable TV, Carpeting, Hardwood Floors, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Daylight Window, Egress Windows, Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1037
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 700
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas, Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: Lower Level
  • Other Rooms: Pantry
  • Included Items: Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1427
  • Total Sq Ft: 1427

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Covered Patio, Deck, Exterior Storage Shed, Fully Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Chain Link, Wood
  • Foundation: Concrete Block, Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 480
  • Garage: 2 Detached, Carport
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 3

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: 0.4070
  • Lot S F: 17728
  • Lot Size: 120X147
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01003606005000
  • 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: 3266.00
  • Net Taxes: 3266.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 5, 2018
Closed on
Oct 9, 2018
Sold by
Levering Mark D and Leavering Dona M
Bought by
Heidt Kirby J and Heidt Kayde S
Seller's Agent
Bryan Curtis
Attain RE
Buyer's Agent
Elaine Miller
LPT Realty, LLC
List Price
$187,000
Sold Price
$187,000
Total Days on Market
3
Current Estimated Value
$263,265

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$76,265
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.41%
Original Mortgage
$137,000
Interest Rate
4.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 3, 2003
Sold by
Mcclish Todd and Mcclish Selena E
Bought by
Matney Frank D and Matney Ann M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 12, 2003
Sold by
Citifinancial Mortgage Co
Bought by
Mcclish Todd

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 27, 2003
Sold by
Walke Jayne G
Bought by
Citifinancial Mortgage Co Inc

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
Heidt Kirby J $187,000 None Available
Matney Frank D $62,500 --
Mcclish Todd $54,500 --
Citifinancial Mortgage Co Inc $72,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Heidt Kirby J $139,050
Closed Heidt Kirby J $137,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/12/2018 10/12/18 Sold $187,000 0.0% $131 / Sq Ft
09/08/2018 09/08/18 Pending -- -- --
09/05/2018 09/05/18 For Sale $187,000 -- $131 / 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 $4,902 $249,200 $39,200 $210,000
2023 $4,606 $249,200 $39,200 $210,000
2022 $4,570 $195,400 $32,200 $163,200
2021 $4,362 $195,400 $32,200 $163,200
2020 $4,532 $174,800 $28,700 $146,100
2019 $3,306 $174,800 $28,700 $146,100
2018 $3,266 $131,500 $25,000 $106,500
2017 $3,026 $131,500 $25,000 $106,500
2016 $2,942 $120,400 $22,500 $97,900
2015 $2,942 $120,400 $22,500 $97,900
2014 $3,008 $121,900 $22,300 $99,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Bryan Curtis

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Bryan Curtis

    Attain RE

    (515) 490-2676

    6 in this area

    307 Total Sales

    Bryan Curtis
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  • Elaine Miller

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Elaine Miller

    LPT Realty, LLC

    (515) 202-3095

    72 Total Sales

    Elaine Miller
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 568813

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-03606005000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Indianola Hills

717 Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 717 Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 05 September 2018 and is currently estimated at $263,265, approximately $184 per square foot. This property was built in 1948. 717 Creston Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Park Avenue Elementary School, Brody Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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