NOT LISTED FOR SALE

940 Thornton Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

Greater South Side Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $170,890 - $182,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
908 Sq Ft
$192/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 17, 2015

Last sale price $105,750 $116 Per Sq Ft

Est. 65% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,154/month

116 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of September 2015

If you have been looking for an affordable, well maintained ranch with charm, this is it! Hardwood floors, arched doorways, original tile, breakfast nook, original glass doorknobs are just a few items that bring character to this home. This 2 bedroom home also features a family/sitting room that looks out to the patio and landscaped backyard. Newer vinyl siding/gutters/windows. Updated kitchen and lighting/fans throughout. New garage door and front steps/railing. Appliances, washer, dryer ALL STAY! In lower level, there is a non-conforming bedroom, laundry area, workshop area and built-in storage. There is a sink, shower - toilet is nearby.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lance Hanson

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 05/21/2015

Co-Listed By

Michelle Hanson

RE/MAX Concepts

Last Buyer's Agent

Charles Fazio

RE/MAX Precision

RE/MAX Precision

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,136

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 6,912 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 48x 144

Home Design

  • 908 Sq Ft Home
  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01005595000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,136

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 121.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 116.46
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Hardwood Floors, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 636
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 200
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 908
  • Total Sq Ft: 908

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 1 Detached

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: 0.1590
  • Lot S F: 6912
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 48x 144
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01005595000000
  • 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: 2136.00
  • Net Taxes: 1908.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 940THORNTONAVEPOLKDESMOINE50315
  • Tax Year: 2014

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 21, 2015
Closed on
Sep 10, 2015
Sold by
Klaassen Cindy
Bought by
Choate Linda Ann
Seller's Agent
Lance Hanson
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Charles Fazio
RE/MAX Precision
List Price
$119,500
Sold Price
$105,750
Premium/Discount to List
-$13,750
-11.51%
Current Estimated Value
$174,473

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$68,723
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.29%
Original Mortgage
$15,500
Outstanding Balance
$774
Interest Rate
3.91%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Estimated Equity
$175,635

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 21, 2004
Sold by
Visek Melissa L
Bought by
Klaassen Cindy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$106,200
Interest Rate
5.82%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 1, 2003
Sold by
Pickett Pamela
Bought by
Visek Melissa L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$96,900
Interest Rate
6.01%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 19, 1999
Sold by
Anderson Rebecca
Bought by
Pickett Pamela

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$58,500
Interest Rate
7.54%
Source: Public Records

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
Choate Linda Ann $106,000 Attorney
Klaassen Cindy $109,000 --
Visek Melissa L $101,500 --
Pickett Pamela $78,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Choate Linda Ann $15,500
Closed Choate Linda Ann $12,000
Open Choate Linda Ann $88,000
Previous Owner Klaassen Cindy $106,200
Previous Owner Visek Melissa L $96,900
Previous Owner Pickett Pamela $58,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/17/2015 09/17/15 Sold $105,750 -11.5% $116 / Sq Ft
09/14/2015 09/14/15 Pending -- -- --
05/21/2015 05/21/15 For Sale $119,500 -- $132 / 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 $2,440 $134,500 $29,900 $104,600
2023 $2,520 $134,500 $29,900 $104,600
2022 $2,498 $115,800 $26,600 $89,200
2021 $2,336 $115,800 $26,600 $89,200
2020 $2,422 $102,200 $23,300 $78,900
2019 $2,266 $102,200 $23,300 $78,900
2018 $2,236 $92,800 $20,800 $72,000
2017 $2,112 $92,800 $20,800 $72,000
2016 $2,052 $86,600 $19,000 $67,600
2015 $2,052 $86,600 $19,000 $67,600
2014 $1,984 $83,400 $18,000 $65,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Lance Hanson

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Lance Hanson

    RE/MAX

    (515) 771-4148

    3 Total Sales

    Lance Hanson
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  • Michelle Hanson

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015

    Michelle Hanson

    RE/MAX

    (515) 229-2662

    2 in this area

    232 Total Sales

    Michelle Hanson
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    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Charles Fazio

    RE/MAX

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 455010

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-05595000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Greater South Side

940 Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 940 Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 21 May 2015 and is currently estimated at $174,473, approximately $192 per square foot. This property was built in 1940. 940 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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