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  • $423,800

    505 Birch St, Earlham, IA 50072

    4beds
    3baths
    2,740sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1910
    0.91 Acres Lot
    $423,800 Zestimate®
    $155/sqft
    $2,214 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $423,800

    $390,000 - $462,000

    $2,214/mo

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    What's special

    Separate yourself from suburbia with this character-filled century-old house on nearly a full acre of land only 20 minutes from West Des Moines. Craftsman style house with gorgeous original woodwork throughout. Entrance of home is a sun room with custom cabinetry with four locker-style compartments plus shoe storage and seating. Large updated kitchen with abundant cabinetry, an island with gas cook-top and a built-in oven and microwave. Large dining room is separated from the living room by quarter-sawn oak dividers with built-in bookcases. Main living space has a built-in window seat with pendant lighting. Staircase to the second floor features built-in benches on both levels with terrific woodwork. Four generous bedrooms on the second level. Beautiful wood linen closet in the hallway. Large full bathroom with crown molding and built-in shelving. The third floor attic is completely finished and could be used for multiple purposes like a non-conforming bedroom or a kids play space to suit your needs. Lower level is also finished with a huge family room with a wood burning stove with beautiful brick. The lower level also features a full bathroom and unfinished space with laundry and a utility sink. The entire home has energy efficient Andersen windows. Outside is a two-tier deck with a built-in bench that leads to a large patio. Part of the large yard is fenced with a storage shed. Mature evergreen and hardwood trees and perennials throughout the yard and scenic country views to the east. Three car detached garage with a paved driveway and room for extra parking. This home blends the charm and craftsmanship of its era with modern amenities seamlessly. Small town living just 20 minutes outside of Des Moines. Call for a showing today!

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    Heating
    • Other, Other
    Cooling
    • Other
    Features
    • Flooring: Carpet
    • Basement: Finished
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,740 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Garage - Detached
    Features
    • Exterior features: Wood
    Lot
    • Size: 0.91 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: 850001500070000

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Foundation: Concrete Block
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1910

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Earlham

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    3/24/2021Listing removed--
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    8/1/2014Sold$228,000-9.5%$83/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    7/8/2014Pending sale$252,000$92/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    6/11/2014Listed for sale$252,000$92/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    5/10/2014Pending sale$252,000$92/sqft
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    4/24/2014Listed for sale$252,000+2.9%$92/sqft
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    8/21/2011Listing removed$245,000$89/sqft
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    8/4/2011Listed for sale$245,000+12.4%$89/sqft
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    7/30/2010Sold$218,000-1.6%$80/sqft
    Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
    6/11/2010Price change$221,500-2.4%$81/sqft
    Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #366768 Report a problem
    5/1/2010Listed for sale$227,000$83/sqft
    Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #366768 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$6,348 +1.4%$384,300 +2.7%
    2024$6,262 +10.4%$374,300
    2023$5,672 +7.1%$374,300 +32.9%
    2022$5,298 -0.6%$281,600
    2021$5,332 -2.7%$281,600 +8.9%
    2020$5,478 +6.7%$258,600
    2019$5,134 +10.8%$258,600 +10.2%
    2018$4,632 -7.2%$234,700 +9.6%
    2017$4,990 +11.3%$214,200
    2016$4,482 +5.4%$214,200 +2.5%
    2015$4,254 $208,900
    2014$4,254 +9.3%$208,900
    2013$3,892 +1.5%--
    2012$3,836 +4.8%--
    2011$3,660 +8.3%--
    2010$3,380 +3.6%--
    2009$3,264 +1.3%--
    2008$3,222 +10%--
    2007$2,928 --

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    Neighborhood: 50072

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Earlham Elementary
    • Middle: Earlham Middle School
    • High: Earlham High School
    • District: Earlham

    Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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