PRICE IMPROVEMENT! This is the Johnston acreage you've been waiting for! Set on nearly an acre, this beautifully maintained ranch offers the perfect combination of privacy, mature trees, and modern updates—all while being just minutes from everything Johnston has to offer.
The best part? The seller is completing the city sewer connection in August at the seller's expense, giving the next owner the confidence of knowing this major improvement is already taken care of. Combine that with the newer roof, Hardie siding, Renewal by Andersen windows and sliding door, K-Guard gutters, tankless water heater, updated hardwood flooring, remodeled bathrooms, fresh paint, and updated exterior doors, and you'll appreciate that the big-ticket improvements have already been completed.
The spacious yard is a true retreat featuring mature trees, a greenhouse, raised garden beds, and plenty of room to entertain, garden, or simply enjoy peaceful evenings outdoors. An oversized 2-car garage provides exceptional storage, while the finished lower level adds flexible living space for family, guests, or hobbies.
Properties with nearly an acre in Johnston are rare—especially one where the costly updates have already been made. Simply move in, personalize the kitchen to your style over time if you choose, and start enjoying everything this incredible property has to offer. Schedule your private showing today!
Pending
Price cut: $7.6K (7/31)
$439,900
10085 NW 78th Ave, Johnston, IA 50131
3beds
1,094sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1976
0.93 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$402/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Hardie sidingUpdated trimBeautifully updated homeFresh paintRemodeled bathroomsUpdated light fixturesSpacious primary suite
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Listed by:
Jerilyn Kendig (515)559-6131,
RE/MAX Precision
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 743093
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Daylight,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,094
- Total interior livable area: 1,094 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 928
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Grab Bars
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Storage
- Fencing: Chain Link,Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.93 Acres
- Dimensions: 150 x 270
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 24100476111000
- Zoning: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Raised Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1976
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Johnston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $402/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $333,000
- Annual tax amount: $5,362
- Date on market: 6/17/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 80 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/17/2026 | Pending sale | $439,900$402/sqft |
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| 7/31/2026 | Price change | $439,900-1.7%$402/sqft |
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| 7/15/2026 | Price change | $447,500-1.3%$409/sqft |
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| 6/25/2026 | Price change | $453,200-2%$414/sqft |
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| 6/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $462,500+85%$423/sqft |
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| 4/22/2016 | Sold | $250,000$229/sqft |
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| 4/13/2016 | Pending sale | $250,000$229/sqft |
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| 4/13/2016 | Listed for sale | $250,000$229/sqft |
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| 3/7/2016 | Listing removed | $250,000$229/sqft |
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| 3/4/2016 | Listed for sale | $250,000+14.7%$229/sqft |
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| 5/7/2015 | Sold | $218,000-2.9%$199/sqft |
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| 3/21/2015 | Price change | $224,500+2.3%$205/sqft |
Source: Owner #788616 Report a problem | ||
| 3/4/2015 | Price change | $219,500-2.2%$201/sqft |
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| 10/23/2014 | Listed for sale | $224,500+18.2%$205/sqft |
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| 7/2/2013 | Sold | $190,000-4.5%$174/sqft |
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| 5/7/2013 | Listed for sale | $199,000+24.8%$182/sqft |
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| 8/28/2001 | Sold | $159,500$146/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,826 +5.2% | $333,000 +13.8% |
| 2024 | $4,586 -2.4% | $292,500 |
| 2023 | $4,698 -10.5% | $292,500 +13.1% |
| 2022 | $5,248 +5.2% | $258,700 |
| 2021 | $4,988 +1.8% | $258,700 +10.1% |
| 2020 | $4,900 -4.7% | $234,900 |
| 2019 | $5,142 +2.7% | $234,900 +2.8% |
| 2018 | $5,006 | $228,500 |
| 2017 | $5,006 +6.6% | $228,500 +7.7% |
| 2016 | $4,698 | $212,200 |
| 2015 | $4,698 +8% | $212,200 +5.4% |
| 2014 | $4,348 | $201,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $201,400 -1.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $205,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $205,400 -4.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $215,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $215,700 |
| 2008 | -- | $215,700 |
| 2007 | -- | $215,700 +25% |
| 2006 | -- | $172,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $172,500 +9.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $157,130 +13.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $138,310 |
| 2001 | -- | $138,310 |
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Neighborhood: 50131
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Johnston
Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





