A rare find in Guthrie Center—This hilltop property, on 2.83 acres, offers the space & privacy of country living w/ the convenience of being in town. Step in from the covered front porch to a soaring ceiling entryway & an inviting, light-filled living room w/gas fireplace. An open-concept layout flows into the dining area & kitchen with oak cabinets, granite countertops & walk-in pantry. Just off the dining area are both a sunroom & 3-season room—perfect for enjoying every season in Iowa. Built-in sound system throughout the upstairs also adds to the entertaining experience. The primary suite offers a private retreat with double vanity, Jacuzzi jet tub, walk-in shower & large walk-in closet w/laundry. The main level also features a mudroom w/ 1/2 bath leading to the oversized 3-car attached garage w/counter space, sink & attic storage w/ stairs access. The walkout lower level was built for entertaining with an open family room, gas fireplace, wet bar, 3 bedrooms, flex room for office, workout space or extra bedroom, large storage area, additional ¾ bath & 2nd laundry. In-floor radiant heat keeps it comfortable year-round. Outside, the beautifully landscaped yard offers endless opportunities to relax, entertain & enjoy the outdoors. With mature landscaping, wide open space & peaceful hilltop views, this property delivers a rare combination of privacy, room to roam & an outside-of-town feel. If you’ve been searching for space to spread out without leaving town, this is the one!
For sale
Price cut: $36K (9/1)
$599,000
303 S 12th St, Guthrie Center, IA 50115
4beds
2,694sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1999
2.83 Acres Lot
$580,600 Zestimate®
$222/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Gas fireplaceWet barOpen-concept layoutLarge storage areaIn-floor radiant heatSoaring ceiling entrywayWalk-in pantry
- 147 days
- 307
- 10
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Angela Worth (641)755-2377,
Sunset Realty,
Laura Kemble 641-757-0287,
Sunset Realty
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 740645
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas, See Remarks
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Central Vacuum, Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,694
- Total interior livable area: 2,694 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 2,025
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Three Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Storage
Lot
- Size: 2.83 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 0001168507
- Zoning: RR
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1999
Details
- Builder name: Bill Priestley
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Guthrie Center
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $222/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $506,000
- Annual tax amount: $8,696
- Date on market: 5/15/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 147 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$580,600
$552,000 - $610,000
$2,969/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/1/2026 | Price change | $599,000-5.7%$222/sqft |
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| 7/1/2026 | Price change | $635,000-2.3%$236/sqft |
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| 5/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $650,000+0.3%$241/sqft |
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| 5/14/2026 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $648,000+1.4%$241/sqft |
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| 1/16/2026 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $639,000+56.2%$237/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/13/2019 | Listing removed | $409,000$152/sqft |
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| 4/29/2019 | Listed for sale | $409,000$152/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,514 +0.4% | $506,000 +4.3% |
| 2024 | $8,480 +10.5% | $485,000 |
| 2023 | $7,676 +2% | $485,000 +28.8% |
| 2022 | $7,528 -9.1% | $376,500 |
| 2021 | $8,282 +15% | $376,500 +1% |
| 2020 | $7,205 +11.5% | $372,900 +6.4% |
| 2019 | $6,460 +1.7% | $350,600 +17.3% |
| 2018 | $6,354 -0.7% | $298,900 +8.8% |
| 2017 | $6,400 +14.6% | $274,700 |
| 2016 | $5,584 +5.3% | $274,700 +6.4% |
| 2015 | $5,304 -1.3% | $258,218 |
| 2014 | $5,372 +7.1% | $258,218 |
| 2013 | $5,018 -4.2% | -- |
| 2012 | $5,236 -11.3% | -- |
| 2011 | $5,900 +0.5% | -- |
| 2010 | $5,868 -3.3% | -- |
| 2009 | $6,068 +5.6% | -- |
| 2008 | $5,748 -4.5% | -- |
| 2007 | $6,022 -7.8% | -- |
| 2005 | $6,528 | -- |
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