Check out this 3 bed/ 3 total bath ranch-style by-plex in the heart of Ankeny close to shopping, schools, bike trails & medical facilities. On the main level you have 2 bedrooms – one with access to the full bath & the master suite has a ¾ bath & walk-in closet. Main level laundry w/ washer & dryer (new 2016) included. Fresh interior paint, new brushed nickel hardware throughout the home and kitchen island has been updated with a reclaimed wood façade for a sharp look. Partially finished lower level offers a nice-sized family room, bedroom, full bath & spacious, unfinished, storage area. Newer French doors off the main level great-room lead to the deck where you can enjoy the peaceful and fenced-in back yard with trees, flagstone patio, shed and fish-filled pond w/ waterfall. Newer updates: new furnace/AC (2017), all outlets replaced with LED cover plates, custom wood blinds through-out, newer insulated garage door. New roof shingles July 2021! NO HOA Fees.
Totally updated 3 bed/3 bath Ranch Twin Home! Main Level: the white kitchen is open to the great rm and dining area. Two bedrooms – one with access to full bath & the master suite has a ¾ bath, walk-in closet & linen closet. Main lvl laundry w/ washer/dryer (new 2016) included. Fresh interior paint, new brushed nickel hardware throughout the home and kitchen island has been updated with a reclaimed wood façade for a sharp look. Finished Lower Lvl: offers a nice-sized family room, bedroom, full bath & spacious storage room. New French doors off the main level great room lead to the NEW DECK where you can enjoy the green, peaceful and fenced-in back yard with mature trees, flagstone patio, shed and koi pond. Addtl Updates: NEW furnace/AC w/ wifi thermostat (2017), all outlets replaced with LED coverplates, custom wood blinds thru out, new insulated garage door. This home has been very well cared for – it’s move in ready and NO HOA Fees.
DMMLS #429608
Mar 28, 2014
Sold
$156,000
$125/sq ft
Jan 20, 2014
Listed
$165,000
$132/sq ft
+13
This outstanding Ranch Twin Home features a very open floor plan. It showcases a kitchen with a pantry, & eating area that all opens into the family room. Off the family room is a beautiful deck that has a pull cover over the top to keep the sun off. The main level has the 2 bedrooms, (one currently being used as an office) 1 full bath, 1 3/4 bath, 1st floor laundry room & entrance to the two car attached garage. There has been a lot of blood, sweat and tears put into the yard, which you can not really get the full view until spring. The landscaping features beautiful flowers around the home that goes down to the back yard with a large gold fish pond. It also has a nice storage shed, fence, and more flower gardens. The nicely finished lower level has a family room, bedroom & another full bath plus a large storage room. There is approximately 1800 sq. ft. finished per owner. . This home has been well taken care of and the nice part you will have no association dues to pay.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,816 (+2.2%)
$66,300 + $180,500
$246,800
2024
$3,734 (−1.4%)
$61,000 + $168,500
$229,500
2023
$3,788 (+3.0%)
$61,000 + $168,500
$229,500
2022
$3,676 (−2.0%)
$52,500 + $139,100
$191,600
2021
$3,752 (+1.4%)
$52,500 + $139,100
$191,600
2020
$3,700 (+5.8%)
$52,500 + $139,100
$191,600
2019
$3,498 (+0.3%)
$42,800 + $141,700
$184,500
2018
$3,486 (+0.8%)
$42,800 + $141,700
$184,500
2017
$3,460 (+10.5%)
$37,300 + $126,500
$163,800
2016
$3,130 (+5.9%)
$34,600 + $119,000
$153,600
2013
$2,956
$24,000 + $113,000
$137,000
Tax history for 627 Kensington Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,816 (+2.2%)
$66,300 + $180,500
$246,800
2024
$3,734 (−1.4%)
$61,000 + $168,500
$229,500
2023
$3,788 (+3.0%)
$61,000 + $168,500
$229,500
2022
$3,676 (−2.0%)
$52,500 + $139,100
$191,600
2021
$3,752 (+1.4%)
$52,500 + $139,100
$191,600
2020
$3,700 (+5.8%)
$52,500 + $139,100
$191,600
2019
$3,498 (+0.3%)
$42,800 + $141,700
$184,500
2018
$3,486 (+0.8%)
$42,800 + $141,700
$184,500
2017
$3,460 (+10.5%)
$37,300 + $126,500
$163,800
2016
$3,130 (+5.9%)
$34,600 + $119,000
$153,600
2013
$2,956
$24,000 + $113,000
$137,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.