NOT LISTED FOR SALE

945 Creston Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

Greater South Side Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $146,196 - $169,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
834 Sq Ft
$192/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 14, 2012

Last sale price $21,000 $25 Per Sq Ft

Est. 661% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,087/month

97 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Bungalow
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of May 2012

What a opportunity here for some sweat equity. Great for first time buyers or investor. This property will need a little more than carpet and paint, but it is priced accordingly. First 15 days on market reserved for owner occupants.

Last Listed By

Leonard McCoy

Coldwell Banker Mid-America Listed on: 02/07/2012

Coldwell Banker Mid-America

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1902

Lot Details

  • 10,602 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 62x171
  • Property is zoned R1-60

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Brick Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 834 Sq Ft Home
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Crawl Space
  • Eat-In Kitchen

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Gravel Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01000223000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1902

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 31.00
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 25.00
  • Year Built: 1902
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space, Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 150
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 834
  • Total Sq Ft: 834

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Frame
  • Foundation: Brick, Tile
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel
  • Garage: 1 Detached

Utilities

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

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2430
  • Lot S F: 10602
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 62x171
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01000223000000
  • Zoning: R1-60

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 1586.00
  • Net Taxes: 1586.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 945CRESTONAVEPOLKDESMOINE50315
  • Tax Year: 2011

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 7, 2012
Closed on
May 10, 2012
Sold by
Federal National Mortgage Association
Bought by
Spike Properties Llc
Seller's Agent
Leonard McCoy
Coldwell Banker Mid-America
Buyer's Agent
Kim Cross
BH&G Real Estate Innovations
List Price
$25,500
Sold Price
$21,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,500
-17.65%
Total Days on Market
97
Current Estimated Value
$159,799

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$138,799
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.00%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 26, 2012
Sold by
Luna Randy
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 10, 2005
Sold by
Luna Renaldo and Luna Linda K
Bought by
Luna Randy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$56,000
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 23, 1999
Sold by
Evans Joann and Evans Holman
Bought by
Luna Linda K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$31,750
Interest Rate
6.75%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 21, 1999
Sold by
Evans John A and Evans Karen
Bought by
Luna Linda K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$31,750
Interest Rate
6.75%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 19, 1999
Sold by
Evans James M and Evans Pauline
Bought by
Luna Linda K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$31,750
Interest Rate
6.75%

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
Spike Properties Llc -- None Available
Federal National Mortgage Association $70,644 None Available
Luna Randy $69,500 --
Luna Linda K -- --
Luna Linda K -- --
Luna Linda K $39,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Luna Randy $56,000
Previous Owner Luna Linda K $31,750
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/14/2012 05/14/12 Sold $21,000 -17.6% $25 / Sq Ft
05/14/2012 05/14/12 Pending -- -- --
02/07/2012 02/07/12 For Sale $25,500 -- $31 / 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 $2,306 $117,200 $36,800 $80,400
2023 $2,364 $117,200 $36,800 $80,400
2022 $2,346 $100,300 $32,800 $67,500
2021 $2,180 $100,300 $32,800 $67,500
2020 $2,266 $87,400 $28,700 $58,700
2019 $2,098 $87,400 $28,700 $58,700
2018 $2,078 $78,100 $25,600 $52,500
2017 $1,956 $78,100 $25,600 $52,500
2016 $1,906 $72,300 $23,500 $48,800
2015 $1,906 $72,300 $23,500 $48,800
2014 $1,798 $67,700 $21,900 $45,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Leonard McCoy

    Coldwell Banker Mid-America

    (515) 971-8221

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  • Kim Cross

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Kim Cross

    BH&G Real Estate Innovations

    (515) 577-2348

    1 in this area

    58 Total Sales

    Kim Cross
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 395748

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010/00223-000-000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Greater South Side

945 Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 945 Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 since 07 February 2012 and is currently estimated at $159,799, approximately $191 per square foot. This property was built in 1902. 945 Creston 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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