$118,500
SOLD MAR 15, 2017

718 Creston Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

Indianola Hills Neighborhood
3 Beds
2 Baths
850 Sq Ft
7,793 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$139 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

41 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Raised Ranch Architecture
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Family Room
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of May 2024

Step inside this completely renovated 3/2 ranch and your search is over. Brand new everything in the kitchen including: white cabinets, tile floor, glass backsplash, countertops and stainless appliances. Original hardwood floors have been restored to their natural beauty. Freshly painted interior including trim work/doors. Main floor bath has been updated w/new toilet, vanity and shower/bath fixtures, tile surround tub and floor. New lighting throughout. Lower level includes 1 bedroom w/new egress window, ¾ bath/laundry room, space for a family/rec room and storage area. Easy access to downtown. Windows and mechanicals new 2015.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

David Stifel

Realty ONE Group Impact Listed on: 02/02/2017

Realty ONE Group Impact

Co-Listed By

Dave and Luci Stifel

Realty ONE Group Impact

Last Buyer's Agent

MARY DAVIS

Iowa Realty Jordan Grove

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,230

Year Built

  • Built in 1949

Lot Details

  • 7,793 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 54x143

Home Design

  • Raised Ranch Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 850 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01003507000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,230

Year Built

Built in 1949

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch-Raised
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 141.06
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 139.41
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 850
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 850
  • Total Sq Ft: 850

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 1 Detached

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: 0.1790
  • Lot S F: 7793
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 54X143
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01003507000000
  • 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: 2230.00
  • Net Taxes: 2000.93
  • Tax Year: 2017

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 12, 2024
Closed on
May 13, 2024
Sold by
Duncan Ashley and Loya Ashley
Bought by
Thim Sarann
Seller's Agent
Kris Mehmen
RE/MAX Precision
Buyer's Agent
Julie Clark
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
List Price
$195,000
Sold Price
$195,000
Views
20
Current Estimated Value
$195,554

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$554
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.24%
Original Mortgage
$191,468
Outstanding Balance
$189,628
Interest Rate
6.82%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$5,926

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 2, 2017
Closed on
Mar 14, 2017
Sold by
Stifel Properties Llc
Bought by
Duncan Ashley
Seller's Agent
David Stifel
Realty ONE Group Impact
Buyer's Agent
MARY DAVIS
Iowa Realty Jordan Grove
List Price
$119,900
Sold Price
$118,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,400
-1.17%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.18%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 19, 2016
Closed on
Nov 9, 2016
Sold by
North Deborah A
Bought by
Stifel Properties Llc
Seller's Agent
Angie Robinson
Weichert, Realtors®-Miller & C
Buyer's Agent
David Stifel
Realty ONE Group Impact
List Price
$69,900
Sold Price
$60,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-14.16%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
640.14%
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $195,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $118,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $60,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $191,468 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/17/2024 05/17/24 Sold $195,000 0.0% $229 / Sq Ft
04/18/2024 04/18/24 Pending -- -- --
04/12/2024 04/12/24 For Sale $195,000 +64.6% $229 / Sq Ft
03/15/2017 03/15/17 Sold $118,500 -1.2% $139 / Sq Ft
03/15/2017 03/15/17 Pending -- -- --
02/02/2017 02/02/17 For Sale $119,900 +99.8% $141 / Sq Ft
11/10/2016 11/10/16 Sold $60,000 -14.2% $71 / Sq Ft
11/10/2016 11/10/16 Pending -- -- --
10/19/2016 10/19/16 For Sale $69,900 -- $82 / 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 $3,364 $181,500 $30,700 $150,800
2023 $3,186 $181,500 $30,700 $150,800
2022 $3,160 $144,100 $25,300 $118,800
2021 $3,008 $144,100 $25,300 $118,800
2020 $3,118 $129,100 $22,500 $106,600
2019 $2,834 $129,100 $22,500 $106,600
2018 $2,800 $114,000 $19,600 $94,400
2017 $2,006 $114,000 $19,600 $94,400
2016 $1,950 $82,700 $17,700 $65,000
2015 $1,950 $82,700 $17,700 $65,000
2014 $1,926 $84,100 $17,700 $66,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Kris Mehmen

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Kris Mehmen

    RE/MAX

    (515) 339-1238

    1 in this area

    80 Total Sales

    Kris Mehmen
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  • Julie Clark

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Julie Clark

    RE/MAX

    (515) 203-7231

    1 in this area

    32 Total Sales

    Julie Clark
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  • David Stifel

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    David Stifel

    Realty ONE Group Impact

    (515) 865-4017

    19 Total Sales

    David Stifel
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  • Dave and Luci Stifel

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2017

    Dave and Luci Stifel

    Realty ONE Group Impact

    (515) 480-1248

    1 in this area

    82 Total Sales

    Dave and Luci Stifel
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    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    MARY DAVIS

    Iowa Realty Jordan Grove

  • Angie Robinson

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Angie Robinson

    Weichert, Realtors®-Miller & C

    (515) 230-3683

    11 Total Sales

    Angie Robinson
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 531807

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-03507000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Indianola Hills

718 Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 718 Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 and is currently priced at $118,500, approximately $139 per square foot. This property was built in 1949. 718 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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