Charming ranch offering the perfect blend of character & updates! This 3-bedroom, 2 full bathroom home features beautiful hardwood floors and an updated main-level bathroom with a stylish tile shower (and additional full bathroom downstairs). The functional kitchen includes a breakfast bar, backsplash, additional white shelving and all appliances stay—plus a dedicated formal dining area for added flexibility. Enjoy outdoor living on the massive front deck or relax in the privacy-fenced backyard complete with a patio and pergola—perfect for entertaining. Recent updates include newer exterior, A/C, & water heater for added peace of mind. Bonus 1/2 story space offers great potential for storage, a kids’ play area, or creative use. Situated in a great location within walking distance to downtown Marion-easy access to local shops, dining, & amenities. Complete with a 1-car garage—this home is ready for its next chapter!
Sold for $200,000
$200,000
297 6th Ave, Marion, IA 52302
3beds
1,678sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1952
5,662.8 Square Feet Lot
$201,600 Zestimate®
$119/sqft
$1,606 Estimated rent
Home value
$201,600
$185,000 - $218,000
$1,606/mo
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Dedicated formal dining areaAdditional white shelvingBeautiful hardwood floorsPrivacy-fenced backyardNewer exteriorMassive front deckAll appliances stay
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Listed by:
Laurie Whiting 319-389-2580,
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Source: Iowa City Area AOR,MLS#: 202602119
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range Or Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
Features
- Primary On Main Level, Breakfast Bar, Other
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Laminate
- Basement: Full,Concrete,Sump Pump,Finished,Unfinished
- Attic: Expandable
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,678
- Total interior livable area: 1,678 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,168
- Finished area below ground: 510
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Off Street
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio, Front Porch
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 5,662 sqft
- Dimensions: 5820
- Features: Less Than Half Acre, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 140113700200000
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Vinyl, Frame
Condition
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Close To School, Near Shopping, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Marion
- Subdivision: unknown
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/30/2026 | Sold | $200,000+5.3%$119/sqft |
Source:  Iowa City Area AOR #202602119 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2026 | Pending sale | $189,999$113/sqft |
Source:  CRAAR, CDRMLS #2602156 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $189,999+65.4%$113/sqft |
Source: CRAAR, CDRMLS #2602156 Report a problem | ||
| 10/26/2018 | Sold | $114,900+0.9%$68/sqft |
Source: CRAAR, CDRMLS #1806786 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2018 | Listed for sale | $113,900+16.2%$68/sqft |
Source: Skogman Realty #1806786 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2014 | Sold | $98,000-1.9%$58/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/13/2013 | Price change | $99,900-4.8%$60/sqft |
Source: Skogman Realty #1306758 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2013 | Listed for sale | $104,900$63/sqft |
Source: Skogman Realty #1306758 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2013 | Listing removed | $104,900$63/sqft |
Source: Skogman Realty #1301311 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2013 | Price change | $104,900-4.5%$63/sqft |
Source: Skogman Realty #1301311 Report a problem | ||
| 4/18/2013 | Price change | $109,900-4.4%$65/sqft |
Source: Skogman Realty #1301311 Report a problem | ||
| 2/27/2013 | Listed for sale | $114,900$68/sqft |
Source: Skogman Realty #1301311 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,070 +2.8% | $189,400 +19% |
| 2024 | $2,986 +15.3% | $159,100 |
| 2023 | $2,590 +3.5% | $159,100 +36.7% |
| 2022 | $2,502 -11.1% | $116,400 |
| 2021 | $2,814 +2.1% | $116,400 -6.5% |
| 2020 | $2,756 +1.1% | $124,500 |
| 2019 | $2,726 +7.6% | $124,500 +2.9% |
| 2018 | $2,534 +2.4% | $121,000 +4.9% |
| 2017 | $2,474 +2.7% | $115,300 +2.9% |
| 2016 | $2,410 +4.9% | $112,000 +1.9% |
| 2015 | $2,298 +2.5% | $109,900 +7.5% |
| 2014 | $2,242 +2.9% | $102,200 |
| 2013 | $2,178 +21.5% | $102,200 +2.9% |
| 2012 | $1,792 | $99,346 |
| 2011 | -- | $99,346 |
| 2010 | $1,632 | $99,346 |
| 2008 | -- | $99,346 |
| 2007 | -- | $99,346 +5% |
| 2005 | -- | $94,615 +5% |
| 2004 | -- | $90,109 |
| 2003 | -- | $90,109 +5% |
| 2002 | -- | $85,818 |
| 2001 | -- | $85,818 +7% |
| 2000 | -- | $80,204 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 52302
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAStarry Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Vernon Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10Marion High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Vernon
- High: Marion
Source: Iowa City Area AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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