CRAFTSMAN GEM – Stately 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home displaying pride of ownership – both inside and outside. Original craftsmanship and timeless design can be found throughout the property, some of which include: colonnades and glass displays, classic built-ins, hardwood floors, millwork, doors and trim. The open floorplan features a fully finished heated and cooled original porch, large living room and formal dining room with built-in hutch, vaulted ceiling and large custom windows. There are 3 main level bedrooms and an updated full bathroom. Modern kitchen with abundant cabinetry, naturally finished wood cabinets, quality appliances and pleasant yard views through the garden window over the sink. Located off the kitchen is the main floor laundry which is also full of abundant natural light and side-lot views. More quality finishes can be found in the home’s upper level making the perfect 4th bedroom/home office/bonus living space. The basement level offers flexible finishes and is perfect for adding even more living space in the game/recreation room, an additional non-conforming bedroom plus a 3/4 bathroom. There are three excellent storage rooms plus a utility room in the basement as well. Located off the home’s back door is the oversized (34’ x 24’) two-car garage with an attached storage bay. Simply fantastic is the pergola-covered patio and a finished & heated garden studio to expand your living spaces and outdoor enjoyment. Super walkable location and just steps away from Charles City’s downtown amenities, establishments, parks and riverfront recreation trails. Excellent curb appeal and architectural style – you’re invited to view this real estate!
Sold for $184,500
$184,500
236 S Main St, Charles City, IA 50616
4beds
2,567sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1914
10,193 Square Feet Lot
$189,100 Zestimate®
$72/sqft
$1,483 Estimated rent
Home value
$189,100
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Formal dining roomOriginal craftsmanshipBasement levelUtility roomAdditional non-conforming bedroomOpen floorplanModern kitchen
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Dean A Stewart 641-330-2977,
Stewart Realty Company,
Alannah Richards 641-229-7722,
Stewart Realty Company
Bought with:
Veronica A Litterer, B61954000
Stewart Realty Company
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 20250869
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: 1st Floor Entry, Dining Room Separate, Living Room Separate, Main Floor Laundry, Master Bedroom, Master Bedroom w/ Closet, Recreation Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Other
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 13
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 136 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 8
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 15
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, MicroHood, Microwave Built In, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: 1st Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Pantry, Track Lighting
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Doors: Paneled Doors
- Basement: Brick/Mortar,Concrete,Interior Entry,Floor Drain,Partially Finished,Stone/Rock
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,567 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 625
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 2 Stall, Detached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Wired
- Carport spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio, Covered, Enclosed
- Exterior features: Garden
Lot
- Size: 10,193 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 88 x 116
- Features: Landscaped, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 111225100500
- Zoning: R-2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brk Accent, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1914
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Charles City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $72/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $165,580
- Annual tax amount: $2,938
- Date on market: 3/6/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 3 days
- Road surface type: Black Top, Hard Surface Road
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/30/2025 | Sold | $184,500$72/sqft |
Source:  Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20250869 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2025 | Pending sale | $184,500$72/sqft |
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20250869 Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $184,500+5.4%$72/sqft |
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20250869 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2023 | Sold | $175,000+4.2%$68/sqft |
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20230321 Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/2023 | Pending sale | $168,000$65/sqft |
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20230321 Report a problem | ||
| 1/27/2023 | Listed for sale | $168,000+31.3%$65/sqft |
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20230321 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2018 | Sold | $128,000-1.5%$50/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/22/2018 | Listed for sale | $129,900-7.1%$51/sqft |
Source: Stewart Realty Company #20180765 Report a problem | ||
| 10/11/2017 | Listing removed | $139,900$54/sqft |
Source: Cedar Valley Iowa Realty-Charles City #20171866 Report a problem | ||
| 9/12/2017 | Listed for sale | $139,900$54/sqft |
Source: Cedar Valley Iowa Realty-Charles City #20171866 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,754 +10.6% | $165,580 |
| 2023 | $2,490 -6.7% | $165,580 +30.4% |
| 2022 | $2,668 -0.6% | $127,020 |
| 2021 | $2,685 +17.6% | $127,020 |
| 2020 | $2,284 +3.1% | $127,020 +7.8% |
| 2019 | $2,216 +44.1% | $117,860 +4.6% |
| 2018 | $1,538 -4.2% | $112,650 +25.8% |
| 2017 | $1,606 +6.5% | $89,540 |
| 2016 | $1,508 | $89,540 +6.1% |
| 2015 | $1,508 -2.2% | $84,430 |
| 2014 | $1,542 | $84,430 +0.2% |
| 2013 | -- | $84,250 +5.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $79,710 |
| 2011 | -- | $79,710 -2.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $81,730 |
| 2007 | $1,110 +7.8% | -- |
| 2005 | $1,030 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 50616
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GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: 2-4Distance: 0.9 mi
- 5/10Charles City Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 4/10Charles City High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
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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