Where thoughtful upgrades meet comfortable and matured outdoor living, this one truly outshines new construction. This ranch-style home delivers 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, almost 3,000 finished square feet across two levels. The main floor is laid out the way people actually live - open, connected, and functional. Kitchen has mahogany cabinetry, a tiled backsplash, and stainless appliances. The dining space pulls in great light throughout the day, and the covered deck just off the back gives you an outdoor space worth coming home to.
Primary suite is on the main level, featuring a walk-in closet, dual vanity, and walk-in tile shower. Two more bedrooms, a full guest bath, and a main level laundry room finish out the first floor.
The lower level is built for more than storage. A generous rec room, two large bedrooms -- one with its own walk-in closet -- and a separate storage room for the bigger stuff. Over 1,350 square feet of finished space below grade.
Step outside and the yard holds its own. Nine-zone irrigation keeps it looking right year-round. Fully fenced. Covered patio. The oversized garage is heated with epoxy-coated floors and has real depth to it. Additional upgrades include a fully fenced in backyard, large backyard shed, whole home humidifier, and more.
With two patios in the front, or back, you can enjoy morning coffee, or evening wine comfortably. Quick commute to Pella, Newton, Knoxville, and the greater Des Moines area. Call your favorite Realtor today.
Pending
Price cut: $10K (7/1)
$449,900
409 Big Blue Stem Dr, Monroe, IA 50170
5beds
1,514sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2012
0.27 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$297/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Main level laundry roomTiled backsplashLarge backyard shedCovered patioStainless appliances
- 59 days
- 19
- 1
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Justin Ver Steeg (641)780-4373,
RE/MAX Precision
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 742850
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Egress Windows,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,514
- Total interior livable area: 1,514 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,350
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Sprinkler/Irrigation
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
- Dimensions: 80 x 145
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 1736403012
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2012
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Fire Alarm
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Monroe
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $297/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $502,230
- Annual tax amount: $7,713
- Date on market: 6/11/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 89 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/13/2026 | Pending sale | $449,900$297/sqft |
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| 7/1/2026 | Price change | $449,900-2.2%$297/sqft |
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| 6/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $459,900+11.4%$304/sqft |
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| 8/16/2022 | Sold | $413,000-1.7%$273/sqft |
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| 6/28/2022 | Pending sale | $420,000$277/sqft |
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| 6/8/2022 | Listed for sale | $420,000+75%$277/sqft |
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| 3/15/2013 | Sold | $240,000$159/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,548 +0.1% | $502,230 +4.7% |
| 2024 | $7,542 +25% | $479,550 |
| 2023 | $6,034 +8.6% | $479,550 +46.7% |
| 2022 | $5,556 +5.7% | $326,950 +8.5% |
| 2021 | $5,254 -3.5% | $301,320 +15.8% |
| 2020 | $5,445 +9% | $260,290 |
| 2019 | $4,998 +0.4% | $260,290 +14.4% |
| 2018 | $4,979 +6% | $227,530 |
| 2017 | $4,698 +3.8% | -- |
| 2016 | $4,526 | -- |
| 2015 | $4,526 +17.7% | -- |
| 2014 | $3,844 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 50170
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Pcm (Prairie City-Monroe)
Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.



