Step back in time and imagine the possibilities in this classic 1900 two-story home, ideally situated on a spacious corner lot in the heart of Guthrie Center. Offering 1,876 sq' of living space, this solid home features 4 bedrooms plus a nonconforming bedroom, 2 baths and the generous room sizes that are hard to find in newer homes. The inviting wrap-around porch is the perfect place to enjoy quiet mornings, visit with neighbors or take in the charm of this welcoming county-seat community. Inside, you will find a home that is comfortable and move-in ready, while offering an excellent opportunity for the next owner to personalize over time. Major improvements include a newer roof, HVAC and electric panel. Mature trees, firepit, convenient location near downtown and the character of small town living make this property an exceptional value for buyers seeking space, charm and potential. If you've been searching for a home with character, generous square footage and endless possibilities, this is one you won't want to miss!
Pending
Price cut: $10K (8/8)
$159,900
401 Prairie St, Guthrie Center, IA 50115
4beds
1,876sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
7,840 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$85/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Spacious corner lotGenerous room sizesMature treesNewer roofInviting wrap-around porchComfortable and move-in ready
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Listed by:
Lisa Davis 515-223-9492,
RE/MAX Precision
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 745354
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,876
- Total interior livable area: 1,876 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
Lot
- Size: 7,840 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 60 x 132
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 0001192200
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
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: $85/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $153,400
- Annual tax amount: $2,031
- Date on market: 7/17/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 40 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Rent Zestimate®
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/20/2026 | Pending sale | $159,900$85/sqft |
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| 8/8/2026 | Price change | $159,900-5.9%$85/sqft |
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| 7/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $169,900+17.2%$91/sqft |
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| 6/24/2022 | Sold | $145,000$77/sqft |
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| 5/12/2022 | Pending sale | $145,000$77/sqft |
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| 4/22/2022 | Price change | $145,000-7.1%$77/sqft |
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| 3/25/2022 | Listed for sale | $156,000+7.6%$83/sqft |
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| 2/16/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/27/2022 | Price change | $145,000-9.4%$77/sqft |
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| 10/28/2021 | Listed for sale | $160,000$85/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,848 +0.5% | $153,400 +35.4% |
| 2024 | $1,838 +27.8% | $113,300 |
| 2023 | $1,438 +7.3% | $113,300 +42.7% |
| 2022 | $1,340 -1.9% | $79,400 |
| 2021 | $1,366 -5.1% | $79,400 +8.2% |
| 2020 | $1,439 +15.7% | $73,400 |
| 2019 | $1,244 -2.1% | $73,400 +20.7% |
| 2018 | $1,271 +18.1% | $60,800 |
| 2017 | $1,076 +11.2% | -- |
| 2016 | $968 | $58,200 +6.4% |
| 2015 | $968 +5.9% | $54,708 |
| 2014 | $914 +8% | $54,708 |
| 2013 | $846 -7% | -- |
| 2012 | $910 -14.6% | -- |
| 2011 | $1,066 +4.5% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,020 +6.5% | -- |
| 2009 | $958 +6.2% | -- |
| 2008 | $902 -5.1% | -- |
| 2007 | $950 -14.3% | -- |
| 2005 | $1,108 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 50115
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Guthrie Center Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10Guthrie Center High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Guthrie Center
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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