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    • $147,500

    409 4th Ave, Collins, IA 50055

    2beds
    768sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1923
    0.25 Acres Lot
    $142,600 Zestimate®
    $192/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Comfortable and functional layoutConvenient main-floor laundryTwo detached garagesFully fenced backyardAdditional storage shed
    Welcome home to this affordable and thoughtfully updated gem located directly across from Collins-Maxwell Elementary School! Perfect for first-time homebuyers, this adorable home offers the comfort, convenience, and value you've been searching for - all for a monthly payment that could be comparable to rent. Major updates provide peace of mind, including a new roof in 2024, new furnace and AC in 2022, newer siding in 2023, and a brand-new fence completed in 2025. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be welcomed by an inviting front entry space filled with natural light, ideal for a mudroom, cozy reading nook, or relaxing sunroom. The home then opens into a comfortable and functional layout with convenient main-floor laundry and easy everyday living. Outside, you'll love the rare bonus of TWO detached garages plus an additional storage shed, giving you plenty of room for vehicles, hobbies, tools, and extra storage. The fully fenced backyard also features a patio area perfect for entertaining guests, grilling, or simply enjoying quiet evenings outdoors. Enjoy the peaceful charm of small-town living while being centrally located between DSM Metro, Ames, and Marshalltown. Whether you're looking to stop renting, start building equity, or find the perfect cozy place to call your own, this adorable home is full of opportunity and ready for its next chapter!
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    Likely to sell faster than

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    Listed by:

    Jennings, Traci (515)232-4663,

    RE/MAX Real Estate Center,

    Mya Larson 402-607-9684,

    RE/MAX Real Estate Center

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 740280MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 2
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, See Remarks, Stove, Washer
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Dining Area
      • Flooring: Carpet
      • Basement: Partial
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 768
      • Total interior livable area: 768 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Porch, Screened
      • Exterior features: Enclosed Porch, Fully Fenced
      • Fencing: Chain Link,Full
      Lot
      • Size: 0.25 Acres
      Details
      • Parcel number: 1621125207
      • Zoning: Res

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Block
      • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 1923

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Collins

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $192/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $150,500
      • Annual tax amount: $2,318
      • Date on market: 5/14/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 48 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Asphalt

        Estimated market value

        $142,600

        $135,000 - $150,000

        $857/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        5/14/2026Listed for sale$147,500-9.5%$192/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #740280 Report a problem
        12/12/2024Listing removed$163,000-1.2%$212/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #699162 Report a problem
        10/7/2024Price change$165,000-1.2%$215/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #699162 Report a problem
        9/25/2024Price change$167,000-1.7%$217/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #699162 Report a problem
        9/11/2024Price change$169,900-2.6%$221/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #699162 Report a problem
        9/4/2024Price change$174,500-0.3%$227/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #699162 Report a problem
        8/13/2024Price change$175,000-2.8%$228/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #699162 Report a problem
        7/29/2024Price change$180,000-5.3%$234/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #699162 Report a problem
        7/16/2024Listed for sale$190,000+48.4%$247/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #699162 Report a problem
        11/24/2021Sold$128,000-1.5%$167/sqft
        Source: CIBR #58456 Report a problem
        10/22/2021Pending sale$129,900$169/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #636549 Report a problem
        10/15/2021Price change$129,900-5.8%$169/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #636549 Report a problem
        10/8/2021Price change$137,900-1.4%$180/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #636549 Report a problem
        8/28/2021Listed for sale$139,900+408.7%$182/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #636549 Report a problem
        10/10/2003Sold$27,500$36/sqft
        Source: CIBR #15344 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$2,318 -1.2%$150,500 +15%
        2024$2,346 +21.1%$130,900
        2023$1,938 +67.1%$130,900 +43.8%
        2022$1,160 +4.1%$91,000 +70.4%
        2021$1,114 +2.5%$53,400 +9.9%
        2020$1,087 +6.8%$48,600
        2019$1,018 +18.7%$48,600 +4.1%
        2018$858 +24.4%$46,700
        2017$690 +2.7%$46,700 +7.1%
        2016$672 $43,600
        2015$672 +7%$43,600 +1.2%
        2014$628 $43,100
        2013-- $43,100 -6.7%
        2012-- $46,200
        2011$640 +6%$46,200 -0.2%
        2010$604 +6.3%$46,300
        2009$568 +7.6%$46,300 +0.4%
        2008$528 -34.5%$46,100 +23.6%
        2004$806 +1.3%$37,300
        2003$796 -14.8%--
        2002$934 -0.6%$30,055 -3.6%
        2001$939 $31,171

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 50055

        Getting around

        31 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        39 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • District: Collins-Maxwell

        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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