**OPEN HOUSE CANCELED**Located in the heart of Polk City just steps from the iconic town square, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom split level offers the lifestyle buyers are searching for. Polk City’s historic square is the only traditional town square in Polk County and serves as the true gathering place of the community, hosting farmers markets, seasonal festivals, and holiday events, all surrounded by local favorites like Rising Sun Cafe, Papa’s Pizzeria, The Creamery, and Polk City Pub. From morning coffee to evening ice cream, everything is right outside your door. Inside, this home has been thoughtfully updated with brand new flooring on the main level and in the basement, fresh interior paint throughout, new light fixtures and ceiling fans, and a beautifully updated basement bathroom featuring a tiled shower and new vanity. Just minutes from Saylorville Lake and Big Creek State Park, you will enjoy quick access to boating, trails, and outdoor recreation. Small town charm, walkability, and move in ready updates all come together in one incredible location.
Sold for $204,500
$204,500
208 1st St, Polk City, IA 50226
3beds
770sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1990
5,183 Square Feet Lot
$204,100 Zestimate®
$266/sqft
$1,558 Estimated rent
Home value
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$194,000 - $214,000
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Listed by:
Jordan Graves jordan@soldbyjgraves.com,
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Bought with:
Natalie St. John
RE/MAX Precision
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 734528
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 770
- Total interior livable area: 770 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 381
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Fully Fenced, Fence
- Fencing: Composite,Full,Partial
Lot
- Size: 5,183 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 26100127004001
- Zoning: C-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bi-Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Cement Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1990
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Polk City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $266/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $168,500
- Annual tax amount: $2,940
- Date on market: 2/18/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 4 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/24/2026 | Listing removed | $1,650$2/sqft |
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| 4/9/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,650$2/sqft |
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| 3/27/2026 | Sold | $204,500-7%$266/sqft |
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| 2/23/2026 | Pending sale | $220,000$286/sqft |
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| 2/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $220,000+31.7%$286/sqft |
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| 4/28/2023 | Sold | $167,000+1.5%$217/sqft |
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| 3/29/2023 | Pending sale | $164,500$214/sqft |
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| 3/28/2023 | Listed for sale | $164,500+17.1%$214/sqft |
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| 6/5/2020 | Sold | $140,500+1.8%$182/sqft |
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| 4/7/2020 | Pending sale | $138,000$179/sqft |
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| 4/3/2020 | Listed for sale | $138,000+27.9%$179/sqft |
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| 6/20/2005 | Sold | $107,900$140/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,940 +2.2% | $168,500 +8.6% |
| 2024 | $2,878 +1.3% | $155,100 |
| 2023 | $2,840 +1.3% | $155,100 +20% |
| 2022 | $2,804 +12.2% | $129,200 |
| 2021 | $2,500 +1.9% | $129,200 +15.6% |
| 2020 | $2,454 +9% | $111,800 |
| 2019 | $2,252 +1.1% | $111,800 +12.9% |
| 2018 | $2,228 | $99,000 |
| 2017 | $2,228 +12.1% | $99,000 +7.8% |
| 2016 | $1,988 | $91,800 |
| 2015 | $1,988 +12.2% | $91,800 +12% |
| 2014 | $1,772 | $82,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $82,000 -10.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $91,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $91,400 -4.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $95,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $95,700 -6.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $101,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $101,900 +24.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $81,750 |
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Neighborhood: 50226
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NANorth Polk West Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10North Polk Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.1 mi
- 8/10North Polk High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: North Polk
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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