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Sold for $298,000
  • $298,000

    221 NE Trent Ave, Elkhart, IA 50073

    4beds
    1,060sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2003
    -- sqft lot
    $297,200 Zestimate®
    $281/sqft
    $1,891 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $297,200

    $279,000 - $318,000

    $1,891/mo

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    What's special

    Completely finished lower levelSpacious second family roomUpdated bathroomsBrand-new flooringFreshly renovated interiorLarge windowsGenerous backyard
    Fully Renovated 4-Bedroom Home with Spacious Layout & Modern Touches – Just Minutes from Ankeny! Welcome to this beautifully updated split-level gem in Elkhart—offering small-town charm with unbeatable access to Ankeny (just minutes away) and downtown Des Moines (only 20 minutes out)! Step inside to discover a freshly renovated interior featuring brand-new flooring throughout, fresh paint, and updated bathrooms that bring a modern feel to every corner. The heart of the home shines with new kitchen appliances—fridge, dishwasher, stove, and microwave—all set beneath large windows that fill the space with natural light. Downstairs, the completely finished lower level adds incredible flexibility with a spacious second family room, 4th bedroom, 3/4 bathroom, and a large laundry room—perfect for guests, a home office, or just room to spread out. Outside, enjoy summer evenings on the new back deck, overlooking a generous backyard complete with a children’s playset (included). The detached 2-stall garage now features a new door, opener, and new electrical service, offering great storage and workspace potential. This move-in-ready home blends thoughtful upgrades with a versatile layout—all nestled in a quiet neighborhood with easy access to the city. Don’t miss your chance to make this home yours!

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    Listed by:

    Anthony Simon 515-334-4900,

    Keller Williams Realty GDM,

    Junior Ibarra 515-497-8133,

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    Bought with:

    Kelsey Russell

    RE/MAX Concepts

    Amanda Jackson

    RE/MAX Concepts

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 715869MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 3/4 bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
    Features
    • Dining Area
    • Flooring: Vinyl
    • Basement: Finished
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,060
    • Total interior livable area: 1,060 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 850

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
    • Garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Levels: Multi/Split
    • Patio & porch: Deck
    • Exterior features: Deck, Play Structure
    Lot
    • Features: Rectangular Lot
    Details
    • Parcel number: 21100176020000
    • Zoning: R-1

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Split Level
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Vinyl Siding
    • Foundation: Poured
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 2003

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Elkhart

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $281/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $234,700
    • Annual tax amount: $4,234
    • Date on market: 4/17/2025
    • Cumulative days on market: 14 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
    • Road surface type: Concrete

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/6/2025Sold$298,000-0.7%$281/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #715869 Report a problem
    5/5/2025Pending sale$300,000$283/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #715869 Report a problem
    4/17/2025Listed for sale$300,000+77.5%$283/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #715869 Report a problem
    5/18/2023Sold$169,000+22.9%$159/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #666877 Report a problem
    4/23/2004Sold$137,500$130/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,974 +2.2%$234,700 +13.5%
    2024$3,888 +7.6%$206,700
    2023$3,612 +2.2%$206,700 +20.9%
    2022$3,534 +9.7%$170,900
    2021$3,222 +3%$170,900 +12.1%
    2020$3,128 +9.4%$152,400
    2019$2,860 +1.3%$152,400 +14%
    2018$2,822 $133,700
    2017$2,822 +4.8%$133,700 +1.4%
    2016$2,692 $131,800
    2015$2,692 +6.1%$131,800 +6.1%
    2014$2,538 $124,200
    2013-- $124,200 -0.3%
    2012-- $124,600
    2011-- $124,600 -6.7%
    2010-- $133,600
    2009-- $133,600 +2.3%
    2008-- $130,600
    2007-- $130,600 +0.4%
    2006-- $130,100
    2005-- $130,100
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    Neighborhood: 50073

    Nearby schools

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    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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