NOT LISTED FOR SALE

731 E Watrous Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

South Central DSM Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $177,000 - $219,000

-- Bed
1 Bath
768 Sq Ft
$246/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 06, 2020

Last sale price $129,000 $168 Per Sq Ft

Est. 46% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,322/month

43 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of August 2020

24hr Sale. All information obtained from Seller and public records.

Last Listed By

Sarah Johnston

RE/MAX Precision License #S65469000 Listed on: 06/24/2020

RE/MAX Precision

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,362

Year Built

  • Built in 1949

Lot Details

  • 0.37 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 93x171
  • Property is zoned R1-70

Home Design

  • 768 Sq Ft Home
  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Gravel Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Additional Features

  • Unfinished Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 12006911000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,362

Year Built

Built in 1949

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 167.97
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 167.97
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 768
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 768
  • Total Sq Ft: 768

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel
  • Garage: 2 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: 0.3650
  • Lot S F: 15903
  • Lot Size: 93X171
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 12006911000000
  • Zoning: R1-70

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: 2362.00
  • Net Taxes: 2362.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 14, 2023
Sold by
Taylor Isaac Michael
Bought by
Taylor Joseph and Taylor Jennifer
Total Days on Market
43
Current Estimated Value
$188,753

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$120,000
Outstanding Balance
$117,668
Interest Rate
6.39%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$73,043

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 12, 2022
Sold by
7 Days Cash Llc
Bought by
Herrera Jose A and Herrera Adriana

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 24, 2020
Closed on
Aug 5, 2020
Sold by
Johnston Meghan E
Bought by
Taylor Isaac Michael
Seller's Agent
Sarah Johnston
RE/MAX Precision
Buyer's Agent
Sarah Johnston
RE/MAX Precision
List Price
$129,000
Sold Price
$129,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.49%
Original Mortgage
$12,900
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 10, 2016
Closed on
Apr 7, 2017
Sold by
Adams Nathan
Bought by
Johnston Meghan E
Seller's Agent
Erika Hansen
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Buyer's Agent
Rachela Lack
Coldwell Banker Mid-America
List Price
$114,900
Sold Price
$113,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,900
-1.65%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.06%
Original Mortgage
$110,953
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 27, 2015
Sold by
Wilmington Savings Fund Society Fsb
Bought by
Primestar Fund I Trs Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 23, 2015
Sold by
Us Residential Opportunity Fund Pass Thr
Bought by
Wilmington Saving Fund Society Fsb

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 2, 2014
Sold by
Whitehead Donna L
Bought by
U S Residential Opportunity Fund Pass Th

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 18, 2012
Sold by
Solo Omar and Lorenzana Violeta Reding
Bought by
Federal National Morgage Association

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
Taylor Joseph $150,000 None Listed On Document
Herrera Jose A $205,000 None Listed On Document
Taylor Isaac Michael $129,000 None Available
Johnston Meghan E $113,000 None Available
Primestar Fund I Trs Inc -- None Available
Wilmington Saving Fund Society Fsb $46,500 None Available
U S Residential Opportunity Fund Pass Th -- None Available
Federal National Morgage Association -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Taylor Joseph $120,000
Previous Owner Taylor Isaac Michael $12,900
Previous Owner Taylor Isaac Michael $116,100
Previous Owner Johnston Meghan E $110,953
Previous Owner Williamson Danny R $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/06/2020 08/06/20 Sold $129,000 0.0% $168 / Sq Ft
08/06/2020 08/06/20 Pending -- -- --
06/24/2020 06/24/20 For Sale $129,000 +14.2% $168 / Sq Ft
04/07/2017 04/07/17 Sold $113,000 -1.7% $147 / Sq Ft
03/29/2017 03/29/17 Pending -- -- --
11/10/2016 11/10/16 For Sale $114,900 +259.1% $150 / Sq Ft
12/08/2015 12/08/15 Sold $32,000 -25.4% $42 / Sq Ft
11/13/2015 11/13/15 Pending -- -- --
09/24/2015 09/24/15 For Sale $42,900 -- $56 / 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 $3,190 $162,200 $26,100 $136,100
2023 $2,936 $162,200 $26,100 $136,100
2022 $2,914 $124,600 $21,000 $103,600
2021 $2,630 $124,600 $21,000 $103,600
2020 $2,728 $114,000 $19,100 $94,900
2019 $2,362 $114,000 $19,100 $94,900
2018 $1,888 $96,400 $15,900 $80,500
2017 $2,028 $79,700 $15,900 $63,800
2016 $1,976 $75,000 $14,800 $60,200
2015 $1,976 $75,000 $14,800 $60,200
2014 $1,909 $77,300 $15,000 $62,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Sarah Johnston

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Sarah Johnston

    RE/MAX

    1 in this area

    8 Total Sales

    Sarah Johnston
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  • Erika Hansen

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Erika Hansen

    RE/MAX Real Estate Center

    (515) 720-2618

    1 in this area

    193 Total Sales

    Erika Hansen
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    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Rachela Lack

    Coldwell Banker Mid-America

  • Brandon Johnson

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Brandon Johnson

    RE/MAX

    (515) 554-5718

    4 in this area

    165 Total Sales

    Brandon Johnson
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 608400

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 120-06911000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 South Central DSM

731 E Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA

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This home is located at 731 E Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 24 June 2020 and is currently estimated at $188,753, approximately $245 per square foot. This property was built in 1949. 731 E Watrous Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Lovejoy Elementary School, Weeks Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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