Beautiful acreage outside of West Branch with quick access to I-80. This 3 bedroom 2.5 bath farmhouse is full of smart updates. Recent updates include sunroom addition with mini-split; leveled floors between previous additions, tile throughout main living area, new carpet; updated bathrooms; updated kitchen with custom cabinetry, pot filler, stainless appliances, reverse osmosis, gas range/oven with pot filler. The enormous primary suite has access to one of the decks, ensuite bath with in-floor heat, and walk-in closet with laundry. All decks have been updated with composite decking and the front porch was added in 2024. The walk-out basement has been partially finished and the unfinished space boasts ample storage, laundry, and toilet. The garage/shop has in-floor heat, window air, water, additional half bath. 6.83 acres in Forest Reserve with significant present and future value in harvestable walnut trees. See attached appraisal for present and future value. Agent related to seller.
Sold for $590,000
$590,000
1438 Franklin Ave, West Branch, IA 52358
3beds
2,449sqft
Acreage, Residential
Built in 1900
9.1 Acres Lot
$608,400 Zestimate®
$241/sqft
$2,252 Estimated rent
Home value
$608,400
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In-floor heatHarvestable walnut treesComposite deckingEnormous primary suiteWalk-in closet with laundry
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Listed by:
Jonathan Fell 319-471-5510,
Skogman Realty Co.
Bought with:
Skogman Realty Co.
Source: Iowa City Area AOR,MLS#: 202501924
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Primary Bath
Heating
- Forced Air, Ductless
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Energy Efficient, Dishwasher, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Microwave, Range Or Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Reverse Osmosis
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, Main Level
Features
- Family Room On Main Level, Primary On Main Level, Solarium, Entrance Foyer, Breakfast Bar, Smart Doorbell
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Laminate
- Basement: Sump Pump,Stone,Finished,Partial,Walk-Out Access,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,449
- Total interior livable area: 2,449 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,969
- Finished area below ground: 480
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Parking Pad, Off Street
- Has garage: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch
Lot
- Size: 9.1 Acres
- Features: Over Five Acres, Back Yard, Sloped, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Outbuilding, Workshop
- Parcel number: 015009131000070
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Acreage, Residential
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl, Composit
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Grid Tied
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private
Green energy
- Indoor air quality: Active Radon, Roof Vent Fans
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Other
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: West Branch
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $241/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $508,690
- Annual tax amount: $4,450
- Date on market: 3/25/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/9/2025 | Sold | $590,000$241/sqft |
Source:  Iowa City Area AOR #202501924 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2025 | Pending sale | $590,000$241/sqft |
Source:  CRAAR, CDRMLS #2501977 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $590,000+97.3%$241/sqft |
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202501924 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2018 | Sold | $299,000$122/sqft |
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #20182713 Report a problem | ||
| 4/26/2018 | Pending sale | $299,000$122/sqft |
Source: Skogman Realty #20182713 Report a problem | ||
| 4/26/2018 | Listed for sale | $299,000$122/sqft |
Source: Skogman Realty Co. #20182713 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,712 +5.9% | $392,190 +1.5% |
| 2024 | $4,450 +6.8% | $386,570 +3.7% |
| 2023 | $4,166 +2.3% | $372,870 +23.4% |
| 2022 | $4,074 +4.7% | $302,230 |
| 2021 | $3,892 +4.3% | $302,230 +12.5% |
| 2020 | $3,730 +77.3% | $268,650 +1.4% |
| 2019 | $2,104 +0.1% | $264,880 +64% |
| 2018 | $2,102 | $161,540 +3.1% |
| 2017 | $2,102 +0.9% | $156,620 |
| 2016 | $2,084 | $156,620 |
| 2015 | $2,084 +2.2% | $156,620 |
| 2014 | $2,040 +7% | $156,620 |
| 2013 | $1,906 +1.9% | -- |
| 2012 | $1,870 +7.2% | -- |
| 2011 | $1,744 +23.3% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,414 +22.1% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,158 -3.2% | -- |
| 2007 | $1,196 +7.2% | -- |
| 2005 | $1,116 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 52358
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GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Hoover Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 6.1 mi
- 6/10West Branch Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 6.9 mi
- 6/10West Branch High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: WestBranch
- Middle: WestBranch
- High: WestBranch
Source: Iowa City Area AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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