NOT LISTED FOR SALE

821 E 26th Ct Des Moines, IA 50317

Fairground Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $114,000 - $146,679

2 Beds
1 Bath
936 Sq Ft
$139/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 08, 2018

Last sale price $85,000 $91 Per Sq Ft

Est. 53% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $851/month

88 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Shades
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • No HOA
  • Bungalow

About This Home

As of January 2018

Check out this updated Bungalow home located just off of University Ave. Convenient to I235 for an easy commute. Features include new roof in 2011, Furnace in 2010. Updated siding & hardwood floors. Great starter home or if you're looking to downsize. Located in an NFC Green Zone, look to apply for a grant up to $12,500 for repairs and closing costs!!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christopher Lewis

LPT Realty, LLC Listed on: 10/12/2017

LPT Realty, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Christopher Lewis

LPT Realty, LLC Listed on: 10/12/2017

LPT Realty, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,699

Year Built

  • Built in 1923

Lot Details

  • 6,950 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x139
  • Property is zoned R1-60

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 936 Sq Ft Home
  • Shades
  • No Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 05001229000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,699

Year Built

Built in 1923

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 90.81
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 90.81
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1923
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Hardwood Floors, Shades/Shutters, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 768
  • Dining Room: No Dining
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 936
  • Total Sq Ft: 936

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 1 Detached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: None
  • Heat: Electric Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1600
  • Lot S F: 6950
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 50X139
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 05001229000000
  • 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: 1698.53
  • Net Taxes: 1468.15
  • Tax Year: 2018

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 5, 2023
Sold by
Lange Anthony Charles
Bought by
Lange Rachel Irene
Total Days on Market
88
Current Estimated Value
$130,420

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 12, 2017
Closed on
Jan 3, 2018
Sold by
Cosby Jennifer
Bought by
Lange Rachel and Lange Anthony
Seller's Agent
Christopher Lewis
LPT Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Christopher Lewis
LPT Realty, LLC
List Price
$89,900
Sold Price
$85,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-5.45%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.85%
Original Mortgage
$82,450
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 14, 2014
Sold by
Shields Bonnie S
Bought by
Cosby Jennifer
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

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Lange Rachel Irene -- None Listed On Document
Lange Rachel $85,000 None Available
Cosby Jennifer $80,000 None Available
Cosby Jennifer $80,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Lange Rachel $82,450
Previous Owner Ball Bonnie S $56,100
Previous Owner Shields Bonnie S $42,383
Previous Owner Shields Bonnie S $35,433
Closed Cosby Jennifer $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/08/2018 01/08/18 Sold $85,000 -5.5% $91 / Sq Ft
12/09/2017 12/09/17 Pending -- -- --
10/12/2017 10/12/17 For Sale $89,900 -- $96 / 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 $1,902 $107,200 $23,700 $83,500
2023 $1,782 $107,200 $23,700 $83,500
2022 $1,766 $84,500 $19,400 $65,100
2021 $1,634 $84,500 $19,400 $65,100
2020 $1,692 $74,100 $17,100 $57,000
2019 $1,458 $74,100 $17,100 $57,000
2018 $1,438 $62,800 $14,700 $48,100
2017 $1,354 $62,800 $14,700 $48,100
2016 $1,314 $58,600 $13,700 $44,900
2015 $1,314 $58,600 $13,700 $44,900
2014 $1,346 $59,400 $13,700 $45,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Christopher Lewis

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Christopher Lewis

    LPT Realty, LLC

    (515) 779-8983

    2 in this area

    110 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 549522

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 050-01229000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50317 Fairground

821 E 26th Ct, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 821 E 26th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317 since 12 October 2017 and is currently estimated at $130,420, approximately $139 per square foot. This property was built in 1923. 821 E 26th Ct is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Capitol View Elementary School, Hiatt Middle School, and East High School.

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