NOT LISTED FOR SALE

815 E Seneca Ave Des Moines, IA 50316

Highland Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $144,000 - $168,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
870 Sq Ft
$181/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 06, 2013

Last sale price $69,000 $79 Per Sq Ft

Est. 128% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,076/month

119 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.31 Acre Lot
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Carpet
  • Ranch Style House
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 4-minute walk to Belle M Turner Park

About This Home

As of August 2013

Why rent when owning can be cheaper! This 2 bedroom ranch offers newer roof, new windows (including bay window), leaf guard gutters, new deck, 3-tier lamp, new sidewalk, steel doors and much more. Hardwood flooring in bedrooms is another added perk! Large 2 car garage ensure that you have plenty of room for toys, tools, and cars. Lower level is unfinished but could easily double your finished sq ft with your own personal touches. Start the dream of homeownership today!

Last Listed By

William Eisenlauer

RE/MAX Real Estate Group Listed on: 04/09/2013

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1941

Lot Details

  • 0.31 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 52 x 261
  • Property is zoned R1-60

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 870 Sq Ft Home
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Carpet
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 11003503000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1941

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 80.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 79.00
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains (Part)
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 870
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: None
  • Included Items: Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 870
  • Total Sq Ft: 870

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Pine

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Garage: 2 Detached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.3100
  • Qualifier Acres: More or Less
  • Lot S F: 13572
  • Lot Size: 52 x 261
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 11003503000000
  • Zoning: R1-60

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: 2202.00
  • Net Taxes: 2026.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 815ESENECAAVEPOLKDESMOINE50316

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 9, 2013
Closed on
Aug 1, 2013
Sold by
Mitchell Nancy J
Bought by
Kelso Drew W and Kelso Kara L
Seller's Agent
William Eisenlauer
RE/MAX Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
Angela Meek
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$85,000
Sold Price
$69,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$16,000
-18.82%
Total Days on Market
119
Current Estimated Value
$157,110

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$88,110
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.29%
Original Mortgage
$65,550
Interest Rate
4.49%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

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
Kelso Drew W $69,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Kelso Drew W $160,765
Closed Kelso Drew W $91,000
Closed Kelso Drew W $88,000
Closed Kelso Drew W $65,550
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/06/2013 08/06/13 Sold $69,000 -18.8% $79 / Sq Ft
07/07/2013 07/07/13 Pending -- -- --
04/09/2013 04/09/13 For Sale $85,000 -- $98 / 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 $2,464 $135,700 $33,800 $101,900
2023 $2,486 $135,700 $33,800 $101,900
2022 $2,466 $114,400 $29,600 $84,800
2021 $2,326 $114,400 $29,600 $84,800
2020 $2,410 $101,800 $26,100 $75,700
2019 $2,282 $101,800 $26,100 $75,700
2018 $2,252 $93,400 $23,500 $69,900
2017 $2,204 $93,400 $23,500 $69,900
2016 $2,142 $90,000 $22,200 $67,800
2015 $2,142 $90,000 $22,200 $67,800
2014 $2,072 $86,700 $20,900 $65,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • W

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    William Eisenlauer

    RE/MAX Real Estate Group

  • Robert Eisenlauer

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2013

    Robert Eisenlauer

    RE/MAX

    (515) 979-2883

    15 in this area

    448 Total Sales

    Robert Eisenlauer
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  • Angela Meek

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Angela Meek

    RE/MAX

    (515) 577-7729

    3 in this area

    240 Total Sales

    Angela Meek
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 415508

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 110-03503000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50316 Highland Park

815 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 815 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316 since 09 April 2013 and is currently estimated at $157,110, approximately $180 per square foot. This property was built in 1941. 815 E Seneca Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Madison Elementary School, Harding Middle School, and North High School.

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