$278,000
SOLD OCT 1, 2021
4 Beds
3 Baths
1,248 Sq Ft
10,512 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$223 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

29 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Valley High School Rated A
  • No HOA
  • Patio

About This Home

As of May 2023

This home is located at 918 31st St, West Des Moines, IA 50265 and is currently priced at $278,000, approximately $222 per square foot. This property was built in 1961. 918 31st St is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Fairmeadows Elementary School, Stilwell Junior High School, and Valley Southwoods Freshman High School.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Elizabeth Keller

CHASE Collective Listed on: 09/02/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Sarah Shaffer

Realty ONE Group Impact

Realty ONE Group Impact

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,700

Year Built

  • Built in 1961

Lot Details

  • 10,512 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Irregular Lot

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,248 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Family Room Downstairs

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Main Level Bedrooms

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Fire Pit

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 32002155000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,700

Year Built

Built in 1961

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 221.07
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 222.76
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1248
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: Lower Level
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1248
  • Total Sq Ft: 1248

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick, Wood
  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Fully Fenced Yard, Open Patio
  • Fence Type: Chain Link
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 288
  • Garage: 1 Attached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 1

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: 0.2410
  • Lot S F: 10512
  • Lot Shape: Irregular
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 32002155000000
  • 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: 3700.00
  • Net Taxes: 3700.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 24, 2023
Closed on
May 18, 2023
Sold by
Hockensmith Haley and Hockensmith Dustin
Bought by
Lucht Christian and Lucht Courtney
Seller's Agent
Ethan Hokel
Century 21 Signature
Buyer's Agent
Jason Russell
Realty ONE Group Impact
List Price
$300,000
Sold Price
$300,000
Views
32
Current Estimated Value
$317,878

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$17,878
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.10%
Original Mortgage
$285,000
Outstanding Balance
$278,748
Interest Rate
6.28%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$41,572

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 2, 2021
Closed on
Sep 24, 2021
Sold by
Bennett John R and Bennett Donna J
Bought by
Hockensmith Haley
Seller's Agent
Elizabeth Keller
CHASE Collective
Buyer's Agent
Sarah Shaffer
Realty ONE Group Impact
List Price
$275,900
Sold Price
$278,000
Premium/Discount to List
$2,100
0.76%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.78%
Original Mortgage
$264,100
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 3, 2021
Sold by
Mayer Brooke
Bought by
Bennett John R and Bennett Donna J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 2002
Sold by
Mayer Jack L and Mayer Anna M
Bought by
Mayer James Michael

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$92,000
Interest Rate
6.7%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 12, 1999
Sold by
Stout Paul A and Stout Brenda E
Bought by
Mayer Jack L and Mayer Anna M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$94,400
Interest Rate
7.43%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $300,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $278,000 None Available
Deed $116,000 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer $92,500 --
Warranty Deed $117,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $285,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $264,100 New Conventional
Previous Owner $63,614 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $69,300 New Conventional
Previous Owner $92,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $94,400 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/19/2023 05/19/23 Sold $300,000 0.0% $240 / Sq Ft
04/05/2023 04/05/23 Pending -- -- --
04/03/2023 04/03/23 For Sale $300,000 0.0% $240 / Sq Ft
03/27/2023 03/27/23 Pending -- -- --
03/24/2023 03/24/23 For Sale $300,000 +7.9% $240 / Sq Ft
10/01/2021 10/01/21 Sold $278,000 +0.8% $223 / Sq Ft
10/01/2021 10/01/21 Pending -- -- --
09/06/2021 09/06/21 Pending -- -- --
09/03/2021 09/03/21 For Sale $275,900 0.0% $221 / Sq Ft
09/02/2021 09/02/21 For Sale $275,900 -- $221 / 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 $4,464 $281,600 $66,600 $215,000
2023 $4,286 $281,600 $66,600 $215,000
2022 $3,904 $230,800 $56,400 $174,400
2021 $3,700 $204,600 $56,400 $148,200
2020 $3,640 $193,100 $53,200 $139,900
2019 $3,366 $193,100 $53,200 $139,900
2018 $3,370 $172,800 $46,600 $126,200
2017 $3,140 $172,800 $46,600 $126,200
2016 $3,068 $157,100 $42,000 $115,100
2015 $3,068 $157,100 $42,000 $115,100
2014 $2,866 $145,700 $38,200 $107,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 636853

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 320-02155000000