NOT LISTED FOR SALE

820 E Seneca Ave Des Moines, IA 50316

Highland Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $153,000 - $167,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
872 Sq Ft
$183/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 13, 2025

Last sale price $155,000 $178 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,060 / mo

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Wood Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room
  • 5-minute walk to Belle M Turner Park

About This Home

As of May 2025

Come check out this two bedroom, one bathroom home that is perfect for either a first time home buyer or investor! Whether you’re looking to move in and personalize or searching for an instant equity opportunity with a bit of tlc and updating. The main floor boasts hardwood floors throughout, two bedrooms, full bathroom, living room, kitchen, and dining room. The basement level offers a 3rd non conforming bedroom as well as ample storage space. The property includes a fully fenced in yard and 1 car detached garage. Nestled in a quiet yet convenient location near highland park/oak park neighborhoods. Schedule your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cassie Day

Epique Realty Listed on: 04/08/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Beatris Mayorga

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,004

Year Built

  • Built in 1942

Lot Details

  • 6,893 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 61x113
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Chain Link Fence

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Foundation
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 872 Sq Ft Home
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Partially Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

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 11003474000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,004

Year Built

Built in 1942

Lot Details

6,893 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 177.75
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 177.75
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1942
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, Smoke Detector
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Included Items: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 872
  • Total Sq Ft: 872

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Fully Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Chain Link
  • Foundation: Brick, Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Garage: 1 Detached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1580
  • Lot S F: 6893
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 61X113
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 11003474000000
  • Zoning: Res

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: 3004.00
  • Net Taxes: 2798.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 25, 2018
Closed on
Jun 27, 2018
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jacob Naig
Weichert, Realtors - The 515 Agency
Buyer's Agent
Jenna Lago
Realty ONE Group Impact
List Price
$119,900
Sold Price
$119,900
Current Estimated Value
$159,936

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$40,036
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.68%
Original Mortgage
$113,900
Outstanding Balance
$97,898
Interest Rate
4.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$62,038
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$120,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $113,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/13/2025 05/13/25 Sold $155,000 0.0% $178 / Sq Ft
04/10/2025 04/10/25 Pending -- -- --
04/08/2025 04/08/25 For Sale $155,000 +29.3% $178 / Sq Ft
07/03/2018 07/03/18 Sold $119,900 0.0% $138 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/03/2018 06/03/18 Pending -- -- --
05/25/2018 05/25/18 For Sale $119,900 +39.4% $138 / Sq Ft
06/17/2013 06/17/13 Sold $86,000 -3.9% $99 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/18/2013 05/18/13 Pending -- -- --
10/08/2012 10/08/12 For Sale $89,500 -- $103 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History

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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
2025 $2,380 $149,200 $28,200 $121,000
2024 $2,380 $131,400 $24,400 $107,000
2023 $2,420 $131,400 $24,400 $107,000
2022 $2,400 $111,600 $21,400 $90,200
2021 $2,258 $111,600 $21,400 $90,200
2020 $2,340 $99,100 $18,900 $80,200
2019 $2,196 $99,100 $18,900 $80,200
2018 $2,168 $90,200 $17,000 $73,200
2017 $2,114 $90,200 $17,000 $73,200
2016 $2,054 $86,700 $16,000 $70,700
2015 $2,054 $86,700 $16,000 $70,700
2014 $1,968 $82,800 $15,000 $67,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Cassie Day

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Cassie Day

    Epique Realty

    (641) 777-5077

    2 in this area

    47 Total Sales

    Cassie Day
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  • Beatris Mayorga

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Beatris Mayorga

    RE/MAX

    (515) 612-2702

    22 in this area

    380 Total Sales

    Beatris Mayorga
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    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Jacob Naig

    Weichert, Realtors - The 515 Agency

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  • Jenna Lago

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Jenna Lago

    Realty ONE Group Impact

    (515) 954-5734

    210 Total Sales

    Jenna Lago
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    Seller's Agent in 2013

    James Kelly

    Coldwell Banker Mid-America

  • L

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Linda Burkhart

    Iowa Realty Altoona

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 715161

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 110-03474000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50316 Highland Park

820 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA

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