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Sold for $801,900 on 03/24/23
  • $801,900

    5505 Waterbury Rd, Des Moines, IA 50312

    4beds
    3,785sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1917
    0.76 Acres Lot
    $951,300 Zestimate®
    $212/sqft
    $4,924 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $951,300

    $866,000 - $1.06M

    $4,924/mo

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    What's special

    Remarkable find of uncompromising quality in Waterbury! Nestled amidst stately oaks, this Tudor is nestled in a park-like enclave of highly coveted historic homes and trophy properties. At the front entry you are greeted with a serene patio featuring beautiful wrought iron framing the postcard-perfect views of the front yard + neighborhood. Entering the residence, abundant details and sophistication provide an exquisite living experience. This 4 bedroom, 4-1/2 bath home is highlighted w/hardwood floors, pristine oak woodwork, + a flowing layout flooded with natural light. First floor features entry hall, formal dining room, ½ bath + formal living room with a wood-burning fireplace and adjoining office. Dining room leads to a chef’s kitchen w/granite counters, island, Subzero, two wall ovens, wet bar, large eat-in area + great room w/gas fireplace. Next to kitchen restore and relax in the serene sunroom that leads to a large back patio and fenced yard. Lower level features 3-car garage, finished area w/2,000 bottle wine cellar, bonus room + new ¾ bath. Second floor primary suite features a remodeled bathroom + walk-in closet. Also on 2nd floor: 2 bedrooms with shared sunroom/play area/additional bedroom, remodeled full bath + laundry. Large 4th bedroom suite and partial bath comprise the 3rd floor. SPECIAL FINANCING INCENTIVE: Seller willing to provide a credit with acceptable offer to be used towards buyer interest rate reduction. Seller is also providing a Home Warranty.

    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: March 24, 2023 at 01:38pm

    Listed by:

    Tom Stender-Custer (515)224-4002,

    Century 21 Signature,

    Megan Hill Mitchum 515-290-8269,

    Century 21 Signature

    Bought with:

    Carrie Brugger

    Iowa Realty Beaverdale

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 663244MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 5
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 3/4 bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Hot Water
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: Upper Level
    Features
    • Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Wine Cellar, Window Treatments
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
    • Basement: Partially Finished
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Gas Log, Wood Burning, Fireplace Screen
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 3,785
    • Total interior livable area: 3,785 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 420

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Attached, Garage, Three Car Garage
    • Attached garage spaces: 3
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Open, Patio
    • Exterior features: Play Structure, Patio
    Lot
    • Size: 0.76 Acres
    • Dimensions: 100
    • Features: Rectangular Lot
    Details
    • Parcel number: 09005460000000
    • Zoning: R N1A

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Two Story
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Block
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1917
    Details
    • Warranty included: Yes

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
    Location
    • Region: Des Moines

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Road surface type: Concrete

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    3/24/2023Sold$801,900-5.6%$212/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #663244 Report a problem
    2/16/2023Pending sale$849,900$225/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #663244 Report a problem
    11/7/2022Listed for sale$849,900$225/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #663244 Report a problem
    11/4/2022Listing removed--
    Source: DMMLS #657959 Report a problem
    9/28/2022Price change$849,900-3.3%$225/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #657959 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$16,180 +3.5%$837,500 +1.8%
    2023$15,638 +0.8%$822,500 +22.3%
    2022$15,516 -3.8%$672,400

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Waterbury

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • District: Des Moines Independent

    Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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