This 2-story home boasts a plethora of charming original features, including doors, wide woodwork, casing, & pocket doors, creating a classic & timeless aesthetic. The high ceilings contribute to an open & airy atmosphere throughout. The delightful kitchen comes equipped w/ an abundance of cabinetry, appliances, & updated farmhouse sink w/ window above. An adjacent formal dining room w/ cozy wood-burning fireplace & limestone surround. The spacious living space benefits from an abundance of windows, ensuring a light-filled interior. The main level offers a primary bedroom w/ sizable closet, as well as main level bath featuring a stand-up shower & heated tile floors. A highlight of the property is the fantastic three-season room, complete w/ updated windows. Moving to the upper level, you'll find 4 sizable bedrooms & a full bathroom, providing ample space. The walk-up attic offers potential for additional storage or customization. Most windows in the home have been replaced. For added convenience, a mudroom/drop zone off the rear entrance provides a practical space to store outdoor gear. Step outside to the oversized corner lot boasting mature trees & beautiful plantings, creating a peaceful outdoor retreat. The property also features a spacious garage, privacy fence & newer maintenance-free deck, perfect for outdoor gatherings.
Sold for $250,000
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$250,000
498 Western Ave, Marengo, IA 52301
5beds
2,464sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1916
0.56 Acres Lot
$256,400 Zestimate®
$101/sqft
$1,993 Estimated rent
Home value
$256,400
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lexi Belland Perez 319-530-1055,
Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS
Bought with:
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Source: Iowa City Area AOR,MLS#: 202502586
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Living Room
Heating
- Radiant
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range Or Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: Laundry Room, In Basement
Features
- Primary On Main Level, Bookcases, High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Pantry
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Basement: Block,Sump Pump,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,464
- Total interior livable area: 2,464 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,464
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.56 Acres
- Dimensions: 141 x 172
- Features: Half To One Acre, Corner Lot, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 733800162
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Frame, Steel, Wood
Condition
- Year built: 1916
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Clubhouse, Golf, Park, Pool, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Close To School
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Marengo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $101/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $211,610
- Annual tax amount: $3,862
- Date on market: 4/17/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/23/2025 | Sold | $250,000-1.9%$101/sqft |
Source:  Iowa City Area AOR #202502586 Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2025 | Pending sale | $254,900$103/sqft |
Source:  CRAAR, CDRMLS #2502735 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $254,900+41.6%$103/sqft |
Source: CRAAR, CDRMLS #2502735 Report a problem | ||
| 8/23/2019 | Sold | $180,000-2.7%$73/sqft |
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #20194490 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2019 | Pending sale | $184,900$75/sqft |
Source: Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS #20194490 Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2019 | Listed for sale | $184,900$75/sqft |
Source: Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS #20194490 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,885 -9.5% | $211,610 |
| 2023 | $4,293 +17.2% | $211,610 +5.9% |
| 2022 | $3,663 +2.9% | $199,760 |
| 2021 | $3,561 | $199,760 +16.2% |
| 2020 | -- | $171,900 +9% |
| 2019 | -- | $157,690 +4.4% |
| 2018 | $2,448 -4.7% | $150,990 +10.1% |
| 2017 | $2,570 +5% | $137,130 +4% |
| 2016 | $2,448 | $131,830 |
| 2015 | $2,448 -1.8% | $131,830 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,494 +37.3% | $129,240 |
| 2013 | $1,816 | $129,240 |
| 2007 | $1,816 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 52301
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Iowa Valley Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10Iowa Valley Jr-Sr High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: IowaValley
- Middle: IowaValley
- High: IowaValley
Source: Iowa City Area AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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