NOT LISTED FOR SALE

921 Thornton Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

Greater South Side Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $241,000 - $248,000

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,844 Sq Ft
$133/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 30, 2017

Last sale price $145,000 $79 Per Sq Ft

Est. 69% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,709/month

51 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Home Security System
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Shades
  • Accessible Ramps

About This Home

As of November 2017

This lovely, Cape Cod style, four bedroom home, is quite a find! Sitting on a corner, double lot, this HOME has so many possibilities!! Two fireplaces, some of the original wood floors and stairs, cozy bedrooms with oversized closets, and extra storage throughout. Features include a private deck off of dining area, mature trees, two sheds for extra storage, and a security system for you deck off of the dining area, mature trees, two sheds for extra storage and a security system for your own piece of mind. See for yourself what a rare find this is, and call this house your next HOME!!

Last Listed By

Rachel Tiskevics

EXP Realty, LLC Listed on: 09/27/2017

EXP Realty, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 0.35 Acre Lot
  • Irregular Lot

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,844 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Shades
  • Drapes & Rods

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Accessible Home Design

  • Grab Bars
  • Accessible Ramps

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01005878001000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 84.06
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 78.63
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Hardwood Floors, Laminate Floors, Security System, Shades/Shutters, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1104
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 336
  • Handicap Features: Grab Bars, Ramp
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1844
  • Total Sq Ft: 1844

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete

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: 0.3520
  • Lot S F: 15313
  • Lot Shape: Irregular
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01005878001000
  • 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: 4407.15
  • Net Taxes: 4176.77

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 27, 2017
Closed on
Nov 9, 2017
Sold by
Masimore Helen L
Bought by
Grimm Pamela and Grimm Sandra
Seller's Agent
Rachel Tiskevics
EXP Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Paulsen
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$155,000
Sold Price
$145,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-6.45%
Total Days on Market
51
Current Estimated Value
$244,519

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$99,519
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.31%
Original Mortgage
$132,783
Outstanding Balance
$112,637
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$132,962

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
Grimm Pamela $145,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Grimm Pamela $57,000
Open Grimm Pamela $132,783
Previous Owner Masimore Richard N $146,900
Previous Owner Masimore Richard N $145,259
Previous Owner Masimore Richard N $53,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/30/2017 11/30/17 Sold $145,000 -6.5% $79 / Sq Ft
11/17/2017 11/17/17 Pending -- -- --
09/27/2017 09/27/17 For Sale $155,000 -- $84 / 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 $4,152 $221,500 $41,000 $180,500
2023 $4,346 $221,500 $41,000 $180,500
2022 $4,312 $193,300 $36,400 $156,900
2021 $4,040 $193,300 $36,400 $156,900
2020 $4,192 $170,500 $31,900 $138,600
2019 $4,466 $170,500 $31,900 $138,600
2018 $4,100 $166,200 $28,500 $137,700
2017 $3,876 $166,200 $28,500 $137,700
2016 $3,770 $155,100 $26,100 $129,000
2015 $3,770 $155,100 $26,100 $129,000
2014 $3,498 $148,900 $24,600 $124,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Rachel Tiskevics

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Rachel Tiskevics

    EXP Realty, LLC

    (641) 230-0537

    259 Total Sales

    Rachel Tiskevics
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  • Jennifer Paulsen

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Jennifer Paulsen

    RE/MAX

    (515) 657-7272

    94 Total Sales

    Jennifer Paulsen
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 548634

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-05878001000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Greater South Side

921 Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 921 Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 27 September 2017 and is currently estimated at $244,519, approximately $132 per square foot. This property was built in 1940. 921 Thornton 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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