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    • $299,900

    1888 Gilbert St, Charles City, IA 50616

    4beds
    2,354sqft
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    Acres
    Built in 1950
    1.31 Acres Lot
    $291,500 Zestimate®
    $127/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Large useable basement spacesHardwood floorsExtra utility shedHeated garage spaces
    Now conditioned three bedroom two bath ranch-style at the edge of Charles City with wonderful heated garage spaces, extra utility shed, large deck overlooking giant yard with Cedar River view. You will love the hardwood floors, living room fireplace, new natural gas furnace with central air-conditioning, and the large useable basement spaces. Closing and possession can be quick so you'll have a lot of Summer left to enjoy this acreage.
    55 days
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    Likely to sell faster than

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    Listed by:

    Kevin M Kolbet 641-732-3337,

    Kolbet Realtors,

    Philip Kolbet 641-732-3337,

    Kolbet Realtors

    Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 20262267MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Rooms
      • Room types: Family Room, Master Bath, Master Bedroom, Master Bedroom w/ Closet, Recreation Room, Lwr Level Family Room
      Other
      • Level: Upper
      Other
      • Level: Main
      Other
      • Level: Lower
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 143 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11'x13'
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 308 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14'x22'
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Gas Water Heater, Water Softener Owned
      • Laundry: Lower Level
      Features
      • Ceiling Fan(s)
      • Flooring: Hardwood
      • Doors: French Doors
      • Basement: Block,Concrete,Interior Entry,Floor Drain,Partially Finished
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: One, Living Room, Wood Burning
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 2,354 sqft
      • Finished area below ground: 800

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 3
      • Parking features: 3 or More Stalls, Detached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Oversized, Wired, Workshop in Garage
      • Carport spaces: 3
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Covered
      • Exterior features: Garden
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Water
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Water
      Lot
      • Size: 1.31 Acres
      • Features: Landscaped, School Bus Service
      Details
      • Additional structures: Storage
      • Parcel number: 073537600600
      • Zoning: R-1
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Acres
      Materials
      • Stone, Wood Siding
      • Roof: Shingle,Asphalt
      Condition
      • Year built: 1950

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Shared Well

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
      Location
      • Region: Charles City

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $127/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $253,910
      • Annual tax amount: $2,664
      • Date on market: 5/22/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 56 days
      • Road surface type: Crushed Rock, Hard Surface Road

        Estimated market value

        $291,500

        $277,000 - $306,000

        $1,651/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        5/22/2026Listed for sale$299,900+8.1%$127/sqft
        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20262267 Report a problem
        10/29/2025Sold$277,500-2.6%$118/sqft
        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20253787 Report a problem
        9/18/2025Pending sale$285,000$121/sqft
        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20253787 Report a problem
        9/12/2025Price change$285,000-5%$121/sqft
        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20253787 Report a problem
        8/6/2025Listed for sale$299,900+78.5%$127/sqft
        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20253787 Report a problem
        9/28/2018Sold$168,000-1.1%$71/sqft
        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20182938 Report a problem
        6/1/2018Listed for sale$169,900+30.7%$72/sqft
        Source: Parson Real Estate #20182938 Report a problem
        4/26/2010Sold$130,000$55/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$2,682 +3.2%$229,260
        2023$2,600 -5.9%$229,260 +20.7%
        2022$2,762 +1.2%$190,010
        2021$2,728 +62%$190,010
        2020$1,684 +18.9%$190,010 +51.5%
        2019$1,416 +6.3%$125,390 +19.1%
        2018$1,332 +3.9%$105,240
        2017$1,282 -2.3%$105,240
        2016$1,312 $105,240 -1.6%
        2015$1,312 -3.8%$106,920
        2014$1,364 $106,920
        2013-- $106,920
        2012-- $106,920
        2011-- $106,920 -11.2%
        2010-- $120,350
        2007$1,330 +81.7%--
        2005$732 --
        Find assessor info on the county website

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 50616

        Getting around

        1 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        27 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Charles City
        • Middle: Charles City
        • High: Charles City

        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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