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    • Price cut: $14K (6/17)
    $279,000

    305 8th St N, Northwood, IA 50459

    5beds
    2,740sqft
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    $2,065/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1903
    0.33 Acres Lot
    $272,500 Zestimate®
    $102/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Original hardwood trimHardwood inlaysStriking geometric patterned ceilingsAmple cabinet spaceLarge eat-in kitchenOversized covered porchSolid oak open staircase
    SIGNIFICANT PRICE REDUCTION- MOTIVATED SELLERS! BOLD & BEAUTIFUL- ICONIC CENTENNIAL HOME! A piece of living history, this centennial home is a breathtaking, architectural masterpiece with all the modern conveniences & over #2,700 square feet of spaciousness! Character, charm & craftsmanship radiate through this 5 bedroom, 2 bath home, complete with a solid oak, open staircase, which features decorative newel posts & ornate balusters & serves as a primary focal point upon entry from the oversized covered porch. From hardwood inlays, to striking, geometric patterned ceilings & original hardwood trim, this home has been thoughtfully restored to preserve its time period & ensure future generations can enjoy it for years to come! An original fireplace mantel with cast iron hearth & gas insert make for cozy evenings. The large eat-in kitchen provides ample cabinet space & you’ll love the gorgeous built-ins to display your cherished treasures! Two clawfoot bathtubs, second-story laundry next to bedrooms, a newly added family room surrounded by natural light & a full unfinished basement for added storage make this home an absolute treasure!
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    Listed by:

    Jessica Berry 507-402-3141,

    Realty ONE Group Black Diamond

    Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6333994MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Heating
      • Radiant
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Features
      • Basement: Full
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Common walls with other units/homes: 0
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 2,740 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,740
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Garage
      • Garage spaces: 1
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: One and One Half
      Lot
      • Size: 0.33 Acres
      • Dimensions: 114 x 124
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0328313002

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding
      Condition
      • Year built: 1903

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Northwood

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $102/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $245,916
      • Annual tax amount: $3,262
      • Date on market: 11/25/2025
      • Cumulative days on market: 245 days
      • Inclusions: A garden shed & German Shepard garden statue that will stay with the property.

        Estimated market value

        $272,500

        $259,000 - $286,000

        $1,969/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/17/2026Price change$279,000-4.8%$102/sqft
        Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6333994 Report a problem
        5/11/2026Price change$293,000-2.3%$107/sqft
        Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6333994 Report a problem
        4/9/2026Price change$300,000-4.8%$109/sqft
        Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6333994 Report a problem
        11/25/2025Listed for sale$315,000+121.8%$115/sqft
        Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6333994 Report a problem
        11/12/2019Sold$142,000-5.3%$52/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        8/29/2019Listed for sale$150,000+36.4%$55/sqft
        Source: CENTURY 21 Preferred #190805 Report a problem
        10/4/2005Sold$110,000$40/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,262 +2.6%$245,916 +10.6%
        2024$3,178 +17.4%$222,388
        2023$2,706 +4.7%$222,388 +36.8%
        2022$2,584 +5.1%$162,555
        2021$2,458 -4.6%$162,555 +10.5%
        2020$2,577 -2.8%$147,064
        2019$2,651 +0.7%$147,064 +8.7%
        2018$2,632 +1.3%$135,263
        2017$2,598 +5%$135,263
        2016$2,474 +14.9%--
        2015$2,154 +4.5%--
        2014$2,062 --
        2013$2,062 -2.3%--
        2012$2,110 +0.5%--
        2011$2,100 +1.4%--
        2010$2,070 +0.3%--
        2009$2,064 -1.6%--
        2008$2,098 --
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 50459

        Getting around

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        Somewhat Walkable
        48 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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