NOT LISTED FOR SALE

806 Watrous Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

Watrous Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $140,000 - $163,000

4 Beds
1 Bath
912 Sq Ft
$163/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 11, 2023

Last sale price $127,000 $139 Per Sq Ft

Est. 17% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,024/month

56 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Screened Porch
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • No HOA
  • Bungalow

About This Home

As of January 2023

Great location, close to downtown 4 bedrooms, 1bath. Come take a look at this larger than it looks home with beautiful hardwood floors and tons of character. This home has been well maintained very nice and clean. Basement also clean and dry, attic area is finished as one large bedroom (Not on assessor additional square footage.) This home also has a large enclosed patio room in back. Fenced in yard and garage.

Last Listed By

Laura Mullin

RE/MAX Revolution Listed on: 10/14/2022

RE/MAX Revolution

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,362

Year Built

  • Built in 1941

Lot Details

  • 6,912 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 48x144
  • Chain Link Fence

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 912 Sq Ft Home
  • Screened Porch
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Full Bathroom

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 12006548000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,362

Year Built

Built in 1941

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 158.88
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 139.25
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 768
  • Included Items: Microwave, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 912
  • Total Sq Ft: 912

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Exterior Features: Screened Porch
  • Fence Type: Chain Link
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak, Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 1 Detached

Utilities

  • 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: 0.1590
  • Lot S F: 6912
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 48X144
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 12006548000000
  • 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: 2362.00
  • Net Taxes: 2137.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 14, 2022
Closed on
Jan 10, 2023
Sold by
Edwards Shannon
Bought by
Spirit Properties Llc
Seller's Agent
Laura Mullin
RE/MAX Revolution
Buyer's Agent
Brent Kelso
Silverado Realty
List Price
$154,900
Sold Price
$127,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$27,900
-18.01%
Total Days on Market
56
Views
28
Current Estimated Value
$148,911

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$21,911
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.98%
Original Mortgage
$101,600
Outstanding Balance
$98,932
Interest Rate
6.49%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Estimated Equity
$49,979

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 27, 2014
Closed on
Nov 21, 2014
Sold by
Mckee Bruce
Bought by
Edwards Shannon
Seller's Agent
Tanis Holmquist
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Laura Mullin
RE/MAX Revolution
List Price
$78,500
Sold Price
$66,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,000
-15.29%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.26%
Original Mortgage
$64,505
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 30, 2006
Sold by
Backstrom Robert E and Hopcus Jeanie K
Bought by
Mckee Bruce

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
Spirit Properties Llc $127,000 --
Edwards Shannon $66,500 None Available
Mckee Bruce $87,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Spirit Properties Llc $101,600
Previous Owner Edwards Shannon $64,505
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/11/2023 01/11/23 Sold $127,000 -12.4% $139 / Sq Ft
12/09/2022 12/09/22 Pending -- -- --
10/31/2022 10/31/22 Price Changed $144,900 -6.5% $159 / Sq Ft
10/14/2022 10/14/22 For Sale $154,900 +132.9% $170 / Sq Ft
11/21/2014 11/21/14 Sold $66,500 -15.3% $73 / Sq Ft
11/21/2014 11/21/14 Pending -- -- --
05/27/2014 05/27/14 For Sale $78,500 -- $86 / 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 $2,296 $116,700 $27,500 $89,200
2023 $1,976 $116,700 $27,500 $89,200
2022 $1,958 $92,700 $22,600 $70,100
2021 $1,968 $92,700 $22,600 $70,100
2020 $2,040 $87,500 $21,200 $66,300
2019 $1,868 $87,500 $21,200 $66,300
2018 $1,844 $78,000 $18,500 $59,500
2017 $1,766 $78,000 $18,500 $59,500
2016 $1,714 $73,800 $17,100 $56,700
2015 $1,714 $73,800 $17,100 $56,700
2014 $2,256 $84,900 $16,500 $68,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Laura Mullin

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Laura Mullin

    RE/MAX

    2 in this area

    86 Total Sales

    Laura Mullin
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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023

    Shaun Mullin

    RE/MAX

    1 in this area

    27 Total Sales

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  • Brent Kelso

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Brent Kelso

    Silverado Realty

    (515) 333-1710

    1 in this area

    178 Total Sales

    Brent Kelso
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  • Tanis Holmquist

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Tanis Holmquist

    RE/MAX

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 662025

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 120-06548000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Watrous Heights

806 Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA

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This home is located at 806 Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 14 October 2022 and is currently estimated at $148,911, approximately $163 per square foot. This property was built in 1941. 806 Watrous Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including South Union Elementary School, Brody Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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