NOT LISTED FOR SALE

919 Watrous Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

Greater South Side Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $162,000 - $197,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
756 Sq Ft
$244/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 16, 2022

Last sale price $175,000 $231 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,276/month

22 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Patio
  • Family Room Downstairs

About This Home

As of September 2022

Can you say COMPLETELY NEW EXTERIOR?!? Brand new siding, soffits, oversized gutters, and downspouts. Come and check out this adorable ranch with a finished lower level: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 car garage, and a completely fenced-in back yard. The freshly painted main floor offers an eat-in kitchen, 3-season room, 2 bedrooms, an updated bathroom, and a large living room. The lower level has a spacious family/rec room, bedroom/office with an egress window, storage/furnace room, and a separate laundry room. The back patio space adds value for grilling and family get-togethers. Make your appointment today, great homes in this price range don't last long!!

Last Listed By

Dave and Luci Stifel

Realty ONE Group Impact Listed on: 07/27/2022

Realty ONE Group Impact

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,129

Year Built

  • Built in 1952

Lot Details

  • 6,384 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 48x133
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Property is zoned N5

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 756 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Dining Area
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Laminate Flooring
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Window Egress
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Stove

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01005765001000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,129

Year Built

Built in 1952

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Architecture: Traditional
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 237.96
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 231.48
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Laminate Floors, Smoke Detector
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Egress Windows, Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 726
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 400
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Family Room: Lower Level
  • Other Rooms: 3 Season
  • Included Items: Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 756
  • Total Sq Ft: 756

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 384
  • Garage: 2 Detached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 2

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1470
  • Lot S F: 6384
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 48x133
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01005765001000
  • Zoning: N5

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: 3129.00
  • Net Taxes: 3129.00
  • Tax Year: 2022

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 27, 2022
Closed on
Sep 15, 2022
Sold by
Venture West Properties Lc
Bought by
Aitken Katherine
Seller's Agent
Dave and Luci Stifel
Realty ONE Group Impact
Buyer's Agent
Amy Forte
LPT Realty, LLC
List Price
$179,900
Sold Price
$175,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-2.72%
Total Days on Market
22
Views
5
Current Estimated Value
$184,572

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$9,572
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.32%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 12, 2017
Sold by
Haddad David B
Bought by
Venture West Properties Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 6, 2013
Sold by
Haddad David B
Bought by
Venture West Properties Lc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 19, 2013
Sold by
Venture W Properties Lc
Bought by
Haddad David B

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 2, 2007
Sold by
Haddad David B
Bought by
Venture West Properties Lc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$103,200
Interest Rate
6.24%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 15, 2006
Sold by
Venture West Properties Lc
Bought by
Haddad David B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$103,200
Interest Rate
6.24%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 14, 2006
Sold by
Haddad David B
Bought by
Venture West Properties Lc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$108,000
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 27, 2004
Sold by
Gabriel Kevin J
Bought by
Haddad David B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$80,000
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 24, 1999
Sold by
Archer Billie
Bought by
Gabriel Keven J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$67,150
Interest Rate
7.15%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 18, 1999
Sold by
Zika Keith and Zika Helen
Bought by
Archer Billie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$62,700
Interest Rate
6.88%

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
Aitken Katherine $175,000 --
Venture West Properties Llc -- None Available
Venture West Properties Lc -- None Available
Haddad David B -- None Available
Venture West Properties Lc -- None Available
Haddad David B -- None Available
Venture West Properties Lc -- None Available
Haddad David B $99,500 --
Gabriel Keven J $70,500 --
Archer Billie $65,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Haddad David B $95,700
Previous Owner Haddad David B $103,200
Previous Owner Haddad David B $12,900
Previous Owner Haddad David B $108,000
Previous Owner Haddad David B $96,000
Previous Owner Haddad David B $80,000
Previous Owner Gabriel Keven J $67,150
Previous Owner Archer Billie $62,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/16/2022 09/16/22 Sold $175,000 -2.7% $231 / Sq Ft
08/18/2022 08/18/22 Pending -- -- --
07/27/2022 07/27/22 For Sale $179,900 -- $238 / 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 $2,898 $147,300 $26,200 $121,100
2023 $2,894 $147,300 $26,200 $121,100
2022 $2,872 $122,800 $23,300 $99,500
2021 $2,680 $122,800 $23,300 $99,500
2020 $2,784 $107,400 $20,400 $87,000
2019 $2,626 $107,400 $20,400 $87,000
2018 $2,600 $97,700 $18,200 $79,500
2017 $2,472 $97,700 $18,200 $79,500
2016 $2,408 $91,400 $16,700 $74,700
2015 $2,408 $91,400 $16,700 $74,700
2014 $2,312 $90,300 $16,200 $74,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Dave and Luci Stifel

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Dave and Luci Stifel

    Realty ONE Group Impact

    (515) 480-1248

    1 in this area

    81 Total Sales

    Dave and Luci Stifel
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  • Amy Forte

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Amy Forte

    LPT Realty, LLC

    (515) 422-7731

    2 in this area

    134 Total Sales

    Amy Forte
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 657145

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-05765001000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Greater South Side

919 Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 919 Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 27 July 2022 and is currently estimated at $184,572, approximately $244 per square foot. This property was built in 1952. 919 Watrous Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Park Avenue Elementary School, Brody Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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