726 18th St Des Moines, IA 50314
Sherman Hill Neighborhood
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,780
Sq Ft
5,937
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Formal Dining Room
- 1 Fireplace
- Den
- Shades
About This Home
As of June 2020Welcome home to Sherman Hill! Now is your opportunity to own a spacious 3 story home. The main level features a front parlor/library off of the front entry and across from the living room. Huge dining room with stained glass windows that lead into the new addition. The kitchen has been updated adding additional cabinetry and counter space. There is a 1/2 bath off of the kitchen. The 2nd level features a spacious bedroom with a sitting area as well as two additional bedrooms, a laundry room and new full bath with tiled shower and soaking tub in closets. The third level has its own bath and could work well for a master suite or a flex space for a teenager or play/office space. There are hardwood floors throughout along with original woodwork. Perfectly located, you'll enjoy fine restaurants, markets, cafes and close to everything downtown!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1883
Lot Details
- 5,937 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 47x125
- Property is zoned R-HD
Parking
- Driveway
Home Design
- Brick Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,780 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- 1 Fireplace
- Shades
- Family Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
- Unfinished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Stove
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 03000344000000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 25, 2019
Closed on
Jun 18, 2020
Sold by
Shaffer Christie
Bought by
Gaal Marissa and Ballew Jared
Seller's Agent
Erika Hansen
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Buyer's Agent
Timothy Scheib
RE/MAX Precision
List Price
$349,900
Sold Price
$257,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$92,900
-26.55%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.34%
Original Mortgage
$249,290
Outstanding Balance
$223,882
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$127,716
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 10, 2014
Closed on
Apr 16, 2015
Sold by
Peterson Thomas J and Lomen Rachel A
Bought by
Shaffer Christie
Seller's Agent
Rochelle Burnett
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Buyer's Agent
Erika Hansen
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
List Price
$232,000
Sold Price
$216,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,500
-6.68%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.38%
Original Mortgage
$212,578
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 26, 2002
Sold by
White Larry and Whitmer Michael
Bought by
Peterson Thomas J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$190,000
Interest Rate
8.87%
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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 | $257,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $216,500 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $199,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $249,290 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $212,578 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $204,784 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $17,900 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $212,416 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $190,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/28/2025 07/28/25 | Price Changed | $340,000 | -1.4% | $102 / Sq Ft |
| 07/10/2025 07/10/25 | Price Changed | $345,000 | -1.4% | $104 / Sq Ft |
| 06/06/2025 06/06/25 | Price Changed | $350,000 | -4.1% | $105 / Sq Ft |
| 05/16/2025 05/16/25 | Price Changed | $365,000 | -2.7% | $110 / Sq Ft |
| 04/10/2025 04/10/25 | Price Changed | $375,000 | -2.6% | $113 / Sq Ft |
| 03/20/2025 03/20/25 | For Sale | $385,000 | +49.8% | $116 / Sq Ft |
| 06/18/2020 06/18/20 | Sold | $257,000 | -26.6% | $92 / Sq Ft |
| 06/18/2020 06/18/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/25/2019 11/25/19 | For Sale | $349,900 | +61.6% | $126 / Sq Ft |
| 04/22/2015 04/22/15 | Sold | $216,500 | -6.7% | $78 / Sq Ft |
| 04/08/2015 04/08/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/10/2014 09/10/14 | For Sale | $232,000 | -- | $83 / 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 | $7,882 | $397,500 | $49,000 | $348,500 |
| 2023 | $7,348 | $397,500 | $49,000 | $348,500 |
| 2022 | $7,290 | $310,200 | $39,700 | $270,500 |
| 2021 | $6,984 | $310,200 | $39,700 | $270,500 |
| 2020 | $7,146 | $279,300 | $36,000 | $243,300 |
| 2019 | $6,218 | $279,300 | $36,000 | $243,300 |
| 2018 | $6,144 | $236,000 | $32,500 | $203,500 |
| 2017 | $5,740 | $236,000 | $32,500 | $203,500 |
| 2016 | $5,586 | $217,500 | $29,800 | $187,700 |
| 2015 | $5,586 | $217,500 | $29,800 | $187,700 |
| 2014 | $5,598 | $213,000 | $29,100 | $183,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2025
Timothy Scheib
RE/MAX
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Seller's Agent in 2020
Erika Hansen
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
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Seller's Agent in 2015
Rochelle Burnett
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 595571
APN: 030-00344000000
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