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  • $140,000

    138 Franklin St, Ackley, IA 50601

    4beds
    2,240sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1918
    8,276 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $63/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Formal dining roomTwo-stall detached garageTwo bathsOriginal built-insFour cozy bedrooms upstairsTimeless detailsNice center island
    Step inside this charming 2-story brick home in Ackley! With about 2,240 finished sq ft, this house offers four cozy bedrooms upstairs and a versatile bonus room on the main level, great for a home office, play space, or guest room. Two baths (a convenient 3/4 on the main floor and a full bath with a clawfoot tub upstairs) keep mornings running smoothly. The kitchen is at the heart of the home featuring a nice center island. The formal dining room is complete with original built-ins and pocket doors that give vintage character. Spend sunny afternoons on the front porch or unwind on the private back patio. A two-stall detached garage provides parking and storage, while the basement offers laundry, plenty of storage space, and a handy wood/workshop room for projects. This home blends timeless details with everyday comfort — perfect for those who appreciate character and room to grow.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Emily Ferris 641-373-3386,

    Ferris Real Estate

    Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6339647MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom 4
      • Level: Upper
      Other
      • Level: Upper
      Dining room
      • Description: Separate/Formal Dining Rm
      • Level: Main
      Other
      • Level: Main
      Other
      • Level: Basement
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      Heating
      • Boiler
      Cooling
      • Window Unit(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
      Features
      • Basement: Full
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 2,240 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,240

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Garage
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      Lot
      • Size: 8,276 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 63 x 130
      Details
      • Foundation area: 1120
      • Parcel number: 891902129005

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Brick
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 1918

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Ackley

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $63/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $135,840
      • Annual tax amount: $1,770
      • Date on market: 6/24/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 18 days
      • Inclusions: Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, and Dryer

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/24/2026Listed for sale$140,000+180%$63/sqft
        Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6339647 Report a problem
        6/29/2001Sold$50,000$22/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,770 -10.1%$135,840 +14.1%
        2024$1,968 +1.7%$119,030
        2023$1,936 +4.4%$119,030 +21.5%
        2022$1,854 +15.4%$97,930
        2021$1,606 -7.8%$97,930 +21.8%
        2020$1,743 +0.6%$80,380
        2019$1,732 +23.2%$80,380
        2018$1,406 -7.4%$80,380 +10%
        2017$1,518 +6.3%$73,070
        2016$1,428 -5.2%$73,070
        2015$1,506 +1.9%$73,070
        2014$1,478 +13.7%$73,070
        2013$1,300 -1.1%--
        2012$1,314 -0.8%--
        2011$1,324 +2%--
        2010$1,298 +6.2%--
        2009$1,222 +2.2%--
        2008$1,196 +3.1%--
        2007$1,160 --
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 50601

        Getting around

        37 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        39 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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