720 Morton Ave Des Moines, IA 50316
Union Park Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
624
Sq Ft
6,600
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Bungalow
About This Home
As of May 2024This is an adorable bungalow that you must see. Enter the home through the large, enclosed frontporch. Inside you will find 2 bedrooms (one currently being used as a living room), 1 bath, a formaldining room or make that the living room. Large kitchen with great counter space and room for aneating area as well. The washer and dryer are in the very clean lower level. The yard is fenced andthere is a great covered patio off the 1 car garage for entertaining. Current owner added central airconditioning, radon mitigation and a sump pump w/ battery back up. Home is in an NFC area as well. Come take a look.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,159
Year Built
- Built in 1916
Lot Details
- 6,600 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50x132
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Property is zoned N5
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Brick Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Metal Siding
Interior Spaces
- 624 Sq Ft Home
- Family Room
- Unfinished Basement
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Stove
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
Additional Features
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 11003023000000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 22, 2024
Closed on
May 21, 2024
Sold by
Hewett Jacob T
Bought by
Buchanan Jenni Joy
Seller's Agent
Kelly Schall
Realty ONE Group Impact
Buyer's Agent
Misty Darling
BH&G Real Estate Innovations
List Price
$125,000
Sold Price
$135,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
8%
Views
32
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.26%
Original Mortgage
$108,000
Outstanding Balance
$106,683
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$22,799
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 8, 2020
Closed on
Dec 21, 2020
Sold by
Williams Leslie C
Bought by
Hewett Jacob T
Seller's Agent
Carla Jourdan
Century 21 Signature
Buyer's Agent
Kelly Schall
Realty ONE Group Impact
List Price
$120,000
Sold Price
$100,685
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,315
-16.1%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.95%
Original Mortgage
$97,664
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 19, 2006
Sold by
Bown Doug and Bown Angela
Bought by
Williams Leslie C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$53,250
Interest Rate
7.95%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 28, 2006
Sold by
Wiksell Wayne S and Wiksell Carol
Bought by
Bown Doug and Bown Angela
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $135,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $101,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $70,500 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $43,500 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $108,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $97,664 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $57,606 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $53,250 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/15/2025 08/15/25 | For Sale | $152,500 | +13.0% | $244 / Sq Ft |
| 05/23/2024 05/23/24 | Sold | $135,000 | +8.0% | $216 / Sq Ft |
| 04/23/2024 04/23/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/22/2024 04/22/24 | For Sale | $125,000 | +24.1% | $200 / Sq Ft |
| 12/22/2020 12/22/20 | Sold | $100,685 | -16.1% | $161 / Sq Ft |
| 12/22/2020 12/22/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/08/2020 09/08/20 | For Sale | $120,000 | -- | $192 / Sq Ft |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $1,918 | $108,000 | $26,900 | $81,100 |
| 2023 | $1,780 | $108,000 | $26,900 | $81,100 |
| 2022 | $1,764 | $84,400 | $21,700 | $62,700 |
| 2021 | $1,528 | $84,400 | $21,700 | $62,700 |
| 2020 | $1,310 | $69,800 | $19,000 | $50,800 |
| 2019 | $1,334 | $69,800 | $19,000 | $50,800 |
| 2018 | $1,166 | $62,600 | $16,900 | $45,700 |
| 2017 | $1,028 | $62,600 | $16,900 | $45,700 |
| 2016 | $990 | $56,500 | $15,200 | $41,300 |
| 2015 | $990 | $56,500 | $15,200 | $41,300 |
| 2014 | $814 | $51,300 | $13,700 | $37,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Marsha Bannister
Seller's Agent in 2025
Marsha Bannister
Homeworks Realty, LLC
(515) 205-8696
1 in this area
36 Total Sales
-
Kelly Schall
Seller's Agent in 2024
Kelly Schall
Realty ONE Group Impact
(515) 250-2133
3 in this area
169 Total Sales
-
Misty Darling
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Misty Darling
BH&G Real Estate Innovations
(515) 414-0059
19 in this area
1,880 Total Sales
-
Carla Jourdan
Seller's Agent in 2020
Carla Jourdan
Century 21 Signature
(515) 240-6044
1 in this area
44 Total Sales
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 693724
APN: 110-03023000000
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