Welcome to 500 West Washington St., Colfax, IA, 3 bed 2 bath home offering rare major upgrades that add immediate value and long-term peace of mind. This property features a brand-new basement foundation, providing exceptional structural integrity and future potential for additional living space, storage, or finishing options. The basement offers egress window for a 4th bedroom option and offers plumbing that is roughed in for additional lower bathroom. The home is also equipped with all new HVAC mechanicals, ensuring efficient heating and cooling, improved energy performance, and lower maintenance costs for years to come. These significant updates make eliminate common buyer concerns. Conveniently located near schools, parks, and downtown Colfax amenities, this home is ideal for buyers seeking a solid, well-improved property in a quiet, established neighborhood. This property offers reliability, comfort, and lasting value. Come put your own touches on this one and make it home.
Sold for $204,000
$204,000
500 W Washington St, Colfax, IA 50054
3beds
1,296sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
0.25 Acres Lot
$203,700 Zestimate®
$157/sqft
$1,475 Estimated rent
Home value
$203,700
$189,000 - $220,000
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Brand-new basement foundationEgress windowAll new hvac mechanicalsImproved energy performanceEfficient heating and cooling
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Listed by:
Heather Rawlins (515)453-5700,
Iowa Realty Colfax,
LaBrent Lawler 515-453-5948,
Iowa Realty Altoona
Bought with:
Heather Rawlins
Iowa Realty Colfax
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 733141
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Stove
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,296
- Total interior livable area: 1,296 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Dimensions: 88 x 124
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 1102479007
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Colfax
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/20/2026 | Sold | $204,000+2.1%$157/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #733141 Report a problem | ||
| 1/21/2026 | Pending sale | $199,900$154/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #733141 Report a problem | ||
| 1/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $199,900+455.3%$154/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #733141 Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/2007 | Sold | $36,000-55%$28/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #297747 Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2005 | Sold | $80,000$62/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $440 -0.5% | $19,630 -15% |
| 2024 | $442 -16% | $23,100 |
| 2023 | $526 +1.9% | $23,100 +0.2% |
| 2022 | $516 +25.9% | $23,060 +0.3% |
| 2021 | $410 +3.6% | $23,000 +33.9% |
| 2020 | $396 -1.6% | $17,180 |
| 2019 | $402 +1.4% | $17,180 +7.8% |
| 2018 | $396 +0.1% | $15,940 |
| 2017 | $396 -3.2% | $15,940 |
| 2016 | $409 +3.8% | $15,940 |
| 2015 | $394 +9.4% | $15,940 |
| 2014 | $360 | $15,940 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 50054
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Colfax-Mingo Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Colfax-Mingo Junior-Senior High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Colfax-Mingo
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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