NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $340,000 - $385,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,864 Sq Ft
$191/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 09, 2014

Last sale price $216,250 $116 Per Sq Ft

Est. 65% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,389/month

33 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Valley High School Rated A
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of April 2014

This home is located at 908 40th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265 since 07 March 2014 and is currently estimated at $356,315, approximately $191 per square foot. This property was built in 1967. 908 40th St is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Western Hills Elementary School, Stilwell Junior High School, and Valley Southwoods Freshman High School.

Last Listed By

Rick Wanamaker

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing Listed on: 03/07/2014

Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,447

Year Built

  • Built in 1967

Lot Details

  • 0.27 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 90 x 130

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,864 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 32004928009000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,447

Year Built

Built in 1967

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Two Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 118.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 116.00
  • Year Built: 1967
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Drapes/Curtains, Hardwood Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 2nd Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 576
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: Lower Level
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1864
  • Total Sq Ft: 1864

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick, Frame
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Pine

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Attached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2690
  • Lot S F: 11700
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 90 x 130
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 32004928009000
  • 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: 3447.00
  • Net Taxes: 3268.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 90840THSTPOLKWESTDESM50265

MLS Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 7, 2014
Closed on
Apr 5, 2014
Sold by
Trosper Christopher R and Trosper Sarah E
Bought by
Murphy Daniel D and Murphy Hillary J
Seller's Agent
Rick Wanamaker
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Buyer's Agent
Bud Riemenschneider
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
List Price
$219,900
Sold Price
$216,250
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,650
-1.66%
Total Days on Market
33
Current Estimated Value
$356,315

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$140,065
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.75%
Original Mortgage
$194,625
Interest Rate
4.41%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 10, 2003
Sold by
Morse David A and Morse Dawn K
Bought by
Trosper Christopher R and Briggs Sarah E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$141,520
Interest Rate
5.71%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 4, 1999
Sold by
The Chase Manhattan Bank
Bought by
Barnes David L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 15, 1999
Sold by
Groff Barbara J
Bought by
The Chase Manhattan Bank

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 23, 1997
Sold by
Burdock Carl A
Bought by
Woodall Burdock Evelyn

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
7.25%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 21, 1997
Sold by
Woodall Evelyn B and Burdock Evelyn B
Bought by
Morse David A and Morse Dawn K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
7.25%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 28, 1997
Sold by
Burdock Carl
Bought by
Burdock Evelyn Woodall

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Murphy Daniel D $216,500 None Available
Trosper Christopher R $176,500 --
Barnes David L $124,500 --
The Chase Manhattan Bank $127,067 --
Morse David A $140,000 --
Burdock Evelyn Woodall -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Murphy Daniel Desmond $173,000
Closed Murphy Daniel D $194,625
Previous Owner Trospeer Christopher R $13,400
Previous Owner Trosper Christopher R $133,000
Previous Owner Trosper Christopher R $133,000
Previous Owner Trosper Christopher R $141,520
Previous Owner Morse David A $100,000
Closed Trosper Christopher R $26,535
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/09/2014 04/09/14 Sold $216,250 -1.7% $116 / Sq Ft
03/10/2014 03/10/14 Pending -- -- --
03/07/2014 03/07/14 For Sale $219,900 -- $118 / 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 $4,956 $323,100 $63,700 $259,400
2023 $5,024 $323,100 $63,700 $259,400
2022 $4,888 $269,100 $54,500 $214,600
2021 $4,802 $265,100 $54,500 $210,600
2020 $4,724 $248,000 $51,000 $197,000
2019 $4,482 $248,000 $51,000 $197,000
2018 $4,488 $227,300 $45,400 $181,900
2017 $4,056 $227,300 $45,400 $181,900
2016 $3,964 $200,400 $40,300 $160,100
2015 $3,964 $200,400 $40,300 $160,100
2014 $3,508 $176,400 $36,700 $139,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 431456

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 320-04928009000