NOT LISTED FOR SALE

717 Morton Ave Des Moines, IA 50316

Union Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $139,000 - $168,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
791 Sq Ft
$188/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 29, 2015

Last sale price $80,000 $101 Per Sq Ft

Est. 86% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $991/month

48 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Bungalow
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of September 2015

Move In Condition!! This 2 bedroom ranch is located in the Grand View University neighborhood. Features include spacious kitchen with breakfast nook, pantry, hardwood floors, remodeled full bath, one car attached garage with opener, full basement, fenced back yard, shed, and steel siding. Recent improvements include: windows, water line, water heater, sump pump, storm door, fresh paint, and decorative retaining wall blocks. HSA Warranty and all appliances are included. Easy access to interstate, and walking distance to Union Park.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jamie Smith

Iowa Realty Beaverdale Listed on: 08/12/2015

Iowa Realty Beaverdale

Last Buyer's Agent

Jamie Smith

Iowa Realty Beaverdale Listed on: 08/12/2015

Iowa Realty Beaverdale

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,535

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 6,600 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x132

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 791 Sq Ft Home
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 11003053000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,535

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 107.33
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 101.14
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Drapes/Curtains, Hardwood Floors, Smoke Detector, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 791
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Other Rooms: Pantry
  • Included Items: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 791
  • Total Sq Ft: 791

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 1 Attached

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: 0.1520
  • Lot S F: 6600
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 50x132
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 11003053000000
  • Zoning: Res

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: 1535.00
  • Net Taxes: 1304.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 12, 2015
Closed on
Sep 28, 2015
Sold by
Rodgers Jessica Marie and Rodgers Craig
Bought by
Berkey Shirley D
Seller's Agent
Jamie Smith
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Buyer's Agent
Jamie Smith
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
List Price
$84,900
Sold Price
$80,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-5.77%
Total Days on Market
48
Current Estimated Value
$148,934

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$68,934
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.44%
Original Mortgage
$64,000
Outstanding Balance
$51,089
Interest Rate
3.91%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$95,336

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 23, 2010
Sold by
Morgan Rosemary I and Jefferson Barbara A
Bought by
Shaeffer Jessica M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$55,956
Interest Rate
4.45%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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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
Berkey Shirley D $80,000 None Available
Shaeffer Jessica M $50,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Berkey Shirley D $64,000
Previous Owner Shaeffer Jessica M $55,956
Previous Owner Shaeffer Jessica M $1,324
Previous Owner Shaeffer Jessica M $10,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/29/2015 09/29/15 Sold $80,000 -5.8% $101 / Sq Ft
09/29/2015 09/29/15 Pending -- -- --
08/12/2015 08/12/15 For Sale $84,900 -- $107 / 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 $1,860 $112,000 $26,900 $85,100
2023 $1,882 $112,000 $26,900 $85,100
2022 $1,866 $88,700 $21,700 $67,000
2021 $1,740 $88,700 $21,700 $67,000
2020 $1,802 $78,300 $19,000 $59,300
2019 $1,672 $78,300 $19,000 $59,300
2018 $1,648 $70,700 $16,900 $53,800
2017 $1,530 $70,700 $16,900 $53,800
2016 $1,486 $65,100 $15,200 $49,900
2015 $1,486 $65,100 $15,200 $49,900
2014 $1,304 $57,800 $13,300 $44,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jamie Smith

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Jamie Smith

    Iowa Realty Beaverdale

    (515) 251-7882

    1 in this area

    153 Total Sales

    Jamie Smith
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 501771

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 110-03053000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50316 Union Park

717 Morton Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 717 Morton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316 since 12 August 2015 and is currently estimated at $148,934, approximately $188 per square foot. This property was built in 1940. 717 Morton Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Findley Elementary School, Harding Middle School, and North High School.

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