Here's a great opportunity to have your own daily getaway and still be within 30 minutes from the city. Set on nearly 7 acres of rolling grass, timber, and trails, this clean and move-in ready ranch home has much to offer. Over the years there have been some tasteful updates made to the flooring, kitchen and baths. The basement is finished and has a 2nd larger living room, 4th bedroom and full bath. In addition to all the peace and privacy you'll now enjoy, when you explore out back take notice of the big improvements made to this property, like the massive 1,890 sq ft Morton building complete with a concrete floor and full electric. Also in 2022 with a big 40-foot heated saltwater pool complete with a water slide, automatic cover, fountains, ambient lighting, and a surrounding concrete patio area. Additional land available for purchase, ask your agent for more details and schedule your private tour today.
Sold for $525,000
$525,000
15799 Bear Creek Rd, Earlham, IA 50072
4beds
1,384sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1980
6.8 Acres Lot
$523,000 Zestimate®
$379/sqft
$2,022 Estimated rent
Home value
$523,000
$486,000 - $565,000
$2,022/mo
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jake Ham (515)991-9193,
Smart Avenue
Bought with:
Molly Bjork
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 731501
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Cable TV
- Flooring: Carpet
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,384
- Total interior livable area: 1,384 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,200
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: Heated, In Ground
Lot
- Size: 6.80 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 1322200007
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1980
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Rural
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Earlham
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Gravel
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/10/2026 | Sold | $525,000-1.9%$379/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #731501 Report a problem | ||
| 2/21/2026 | Pending sale | $534,900$386/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #731501 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2026 | Price change | $534,900-2.7%$386/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #731501 Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $549,900-20.2%$397/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #731501 Report a problem | ||
| 12/8/2025 | Listing removed | $689,500$498/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #729603 Report a problem | ||
| 11/12/2025 | Price change | $689,500-1.3%$498/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #729603 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $698,500$505/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #729603 Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/2025 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/2025 | Price change | $698,500-0.1%$505/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2025 | Price change | $699,500-2.3%$505/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2025 | Price change | $715,900-0.6%$517/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $720,000+109.5%$520/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/2/2017 | Sold | $343,700-4.4%$248/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #546780 Report a problem | ||
| 9/27/2017 | Price change | $359,500-2.2%$260/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #546780 Report a problem | ||
| 9/1/2017 | Price change | $367,500-2%$266/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #546780 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2017 | Price change | $375,000+91.3%$271/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #546780 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2011 | Listed for sale | $196,000-28.8%$142/sqft |
Source: Fannie Mae Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2011 | Sold | $275,336+31.1%$199/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/9/2011 | Listed for sale | $210,000-8.7%$152/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #380548 Report a problem | ||
| 1/10/2011 | Listing removed | $229,900$166/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #371290 Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/2010 | Price change | $229,900-4.2%$166/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #371290 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2010 | Listed for sale | $239,900-15.8%$173/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #371290 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2009 | Listing removed | $285,000$206/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #341410 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2009 | Price change | $285,000-15.9%$206/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #341410 Report a problem | ||
| 2/5/2009 | Listed for sale | $339,000+3.7%$245/sqft |
Source: Listhub #341410 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2007 | Sold | $327,000$236/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,680 +1.6% | $506,410 +4.5% |
| 2024 | $4,608 +2.7% | $484,670 |
| 2023 | $4,486 +15.2% | $484,670 +20.6% |
| 2022 | $3,894 +1.1% | $401,980 +12.7% |
| 2021 | $3,852 -4.1% | $356,690 +15% |
| 2020 | $4,016 -8.3% | $310,280 |
| 2019 | $4,380 +2.3% | $310,280 -0.7% |
| 2018 | $4,282 | $312,430 +0.4% |
| 2017 | $4,282 -33.7% | $311,090 +4% |
| 2016 | $6,463 +69.3% | $299,060 -4.8% |
| 2015 | $3,818 -7.1% | $314,260 |
| 2014 | $4,112 -2.7% | $314,260 |
| 2013 | $4,224 +0.6% | -- |
| 2012 | $4,198 +2.6% | -- |
| 2011 | $4,092 +1.7% | -- |
| 2010 | $4,024 +7.2% | -- |
| 2009 | $3,752 +295.8% | -- |
| 2008 | $948 +1429% | -- |
| 2007 | $62 | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 50072
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Earlham Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.9 mi
- 4/10Earlham Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.9 mi
- 8/10Earlham Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Earlham
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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