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  • $140,000

    211 2nd St, Collins, IA 50055

    3beds
    1,172sqft
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    $1,035/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1883
    7,100 Square Feet Lot
    $137,300 Zestimate®
    $119/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Energy-efficient living meets small-town charm! This well-maintained 1½-story home features 3 bedrooms, a detached 2-car garage, storage shed, and a large privacy-fenced backyard with plenty of space to relax, entertain, or play. Enjoy your morning coffee on the covered front porch or unwind on the back patio, creating the perfect outdoor spaces to enjoy throughout the seasons. Inside, you'll appreciate the abundance of natural light that fills the home with a warm and inviting atmosphere. One of the home's most impressive features is the solar panel system, which will be fully paid off by the seller at closing--allowing the next owner to enjoy the potential for lower utility costs with no solar loan or lease to assume. It's a valuable bonus you'll be able to ap preciate for years to come! Be sure to ask about the energy-saving benefits. Thoughtful updates provide added peace of mind, including a new roof (2024), new central air conditioner (2020), and new furnace (2017). Whether you're looking for your first home, your next home, or simply a property with long-term value, this one checks all the boxes. Conveniently located with an easy commute to Ames, Ankeny, Des Moines, Nevada, and surrounding communities, you'll enjoy the charm of small-town living while staying close to major employers, shopping, dining, and entertainment. Don't miss this opportunity to own a home that combines comfort, efficiency, and lasting value--call today for your private showing!
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    Listed by:

    Amanda Nichols (515)432-2353,

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    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 746279MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Stove, Washer
      Features
      • Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, See Remarks
      • Basement: Partial
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,172
      • Total interior livable area: 1,172 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: One and One Half
      • Stories: 1.5
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
      • Exterior features: Patio
      • Fencing: Wood
      Lot
      • Size: 7,100 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 50 x 142
      Details
      • Parcel number: 1621160130

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: One and One Half Story
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
      Condition
      • Resale
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1883

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Collins

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $119/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $99,900
      • Annual tax amount: $1,675
      • Date on market: 7/29/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 20 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Contract,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan

        Estimated market value

        $137,300

        $130,000 - $144,000

        $1,109/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/5/2026Pending sale$140,000$119/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #746279 Report a problem
        7/29/2026Listed for sale$140,000+8.1%$119/sqft
        Source: CIBR #70863 Report a problem
        11/2/2023Listing removed$129,500$110/sqft
        Source: CIBR #61157 Report a problem
        5/30/2023Price change$129,500-3.7%$110/sqft
        Source: CIBR #61157 Report a problem
        5/1/2023Listed for sale$134,500$115/sqft
        Source: CIBR #61157 Report a problem
        12/11/2022Listing removed--
        Source: CIBR #61157 Report a problem
        10/13/2022Listed for sale$134,500+113.5%$115/sqft
        Source: CIBR #61157 Report a problem
        6/15/2010Sold$63,000$54/sqft
        Source: CIBR #30041 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,676 -1.2%$99,900 +5.6%
        2024$1,696 +22.9%$94,600
        2023$1,380 -1.8%$94,600 +28.4%
        2022$1,406 +3.1%$73,700
        2021$1,364 -10.5%$73,700 +8.2%
        2020$1,523 +11.4%$68,100
        2019$1,367 +22.3%$68,100 +8.6%
        2018$1,118 +17.7%$62,700
        2017$950 +2.6%$62,700 +10.4%
        2016$926 $56,800
        2015$926 +4%$56,800 -1%
        2014$890 $57,400
        2013-- $57,400 -5.4%
        2012-- $60,700
        2011$796 +21%$60,700 +21.9%
        2010$658 +6.1%$49,800
        2009$620 +7.6%$49,800 +0.4%
        2008$576 +7.1%$49,600
        2007$538 -0.4%--
        2006$540 +13%--
        2005$478 -0.4%--
        2004$480 +0.8%$32,500
        2003$476 -5.6%--
        2002$504 -0.5%$16,222 -3.6%
        2001$507 $16,823
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 50055

        Getting around

        31 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        39 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • District: Collins-Maxwell

        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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