Welcome to a timeless treasure at 408 Sherman Ave.! This immaculate home showcases its original character with beautiful hardwood floors, intricate woodwork, and a breathtaking staircase that greets you the moment you step inside. Lovingly cared for, maintained and thoughtfully updated, the home blends historic charm with modern convenience. Recent updates include new carpet upstairs, select doors, electrical, newer windows, brand-new garage (2021), concrete (2021), and a new water heater (2023). The attic features blown-in 49 sq ft. of Cellulose R-19 insulation for added efficiency, and all appliances are included. The water softener is a Culligan rental. Laundry on the main for your convenience and there is also a bonus washer in the basement! Extremely clean and move-in ready, the seller has kept this home very well cared for with lots of love and hard work while keeping its original warmth and charm intact. Priced accordingly, this home will move fast! Don't miss your opportunity! Home comes with a 1-year home warranty provided by America’s Preferred Home Warranty for added peace of mind.
Sold for $210,000
$210,000
408 Sherman Ave, Cherokee, IA 51012
4beds
2baths
1,731sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1900
6,098 Square Feet Lot
$214,800 Zestimate®
$121/sqft
$1,536 Estimated rent
Home value
$214,800
Estimated sales range
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Brand-new garageIntricate woodworkSelect doorsOriginal characterBeautiful hardwood floorsNew carpet upstairsNewer windows
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Listed by:
Sarah Galles 712-501-9128,
Riverstone Realty
Bought with:
Sarah Galles
Riverstone Realty
Sarah Galles
Riverstone Realty
Source: Northwest Iowa Regional BOR,MLS#: 830346
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Living, Kitchen, Bedroom, 3/4 Bath, Full Bath, Other
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Water Softener: Rented
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Entrance Foyer
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,731
- Total interior livable area: 1,731 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,731
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Concrete
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
Lot
- Size: 6,098 Square Feet
- Features: Garden, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Storage Shed
- Parcel number: 0727432009
- Zoning: Res
- Zoning description: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Cherokee
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $121/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $207,150
- Annual tax amount: $2,600
- Price range: $210K - $210K
- Date on market: 9/17/2025
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, gas range, dishwasher, microwave, Frigidaire washer & dryer on the main, washer in the basement, dehumidifier in the basement, shed, garage door opener. *Troy Built push mower is negotiable.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/17/2025 | Sold | $210,000-2.3%$121/sqft |
Source:  Northwest Iowa Regional BOR #830346 Report a problem | ||
| 11/19/2025 | Pending sale | $215,000$124/sqft |
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| 9/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $215,000+77%$124/sqft |
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| 10/3/2017 | Sold | $121,500-1.2%$70/sqft |
Source: Northwest Iowa Regional BOR #44018763 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2017 | Price change | $123,000-1.2%$71/sqft |
Source: Northwest Iowa MLS & Iowa Association of Realtors #44018763 Report a problem | ||
| 6/22/2017 | Price change | $124,500-3.9%$72/sqft |
Source: Northwest Iowa MLS & Iowa Association of Realtors #44018763 Report a problem | ||
| 3/14/2017 | Listed for sale | $129,500+488.6%$75/sqft |
Source: Gustafson Realty #18763 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2014 | Sold | $22,000$13/sqft |
Source: Northwest Iowa Regional BOR #44016964 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,600 -5.4% | $207,150 +14.7% |
| 2024 | $2,748 +19.3% | $180,650 |
| 2023 | $2,304 +2.7% | $180,650 +39.2% |
| 2022 | $2,244 -3.6% | $129,820 +6.5% |
| 2021 | $2,327 +1% | $121,880 |
| 2020 | $2,304 +5.9% | $121,880 |
| 2019 | $2,176 | $121,880 |
| 2018 | $2,176 +1.7% | $121,880 +10.8% |
| 2017 | $2,140 +82% | $110,022 +81.1% |
| 2016 | $1,176 +14.2% | $60,748 +17% |
| 2015 | $1,030 +16% | $51,922 |
| 2014 | $888 +5% | $51,922 |
| 2013 | $846 -3.4% | -- |
| 2012 | $876 +0.2% | -- |
| 2011 | $874 +5% | -- |
| 2010 | $832 +1% | -- |
| 2009 | $824 +9.3% | -- |
| 2008 | $754 -2.3% | -- |
| 2007 | $772 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 51012
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Roosevelt Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.8 mi
- 8/10Cherokee Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 6/10Washington High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cherokee
- Middle: Cherokee Middle
- High: Cherokee
Source: Northwest Iowa Regional BOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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