This eye-catching four-bedroom, two-bathroom home in the heart of Grimes perfectly blends classic style with modern updates. A welcoming covered front porch offers the ideal spot to enjoy a cool morning breeze with coffee or wind down after a busy day. A spacious living area stands ready for celebrating special occasions. A modern three-quarter bath sits just steps away from the main living spaces. The kitchen features plenty of cabinet space and two pantry areas for cooking enthusiasts. A formal dining area boasts natural light and brings good vibes to meals or game nights. Upstairs, you'll appreciate four generous sized bedrooms with nice, roomy closets. The primary bedroom features a large walk-in closet with dual access. Appreciate modern convenience with second floor laundry hook ups in addition to washer/dryer in the basement. Head outside through the handy mudroom to see a nice flat backyard and a single stall garage. Many updates include insulation, electrical, windows, A/C unit and more!
For sale
$279,900
512 SE 2nd St, Grimes, IA 50111
4beds
1,631sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1918
8,746 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$172/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Listed by:
Dan Wilson 515-371-1151,
SoldWilson Real Estate and Auc
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 747747
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,631
- Total interior livable area: 1,631 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 8,746 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 31100335000000
- Zoning: r-4
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1918
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Grimes
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $172/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $256,800
- Annual tax amount: $4,551
- Date on market: 8/21/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 1 day
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Rent Zestimate®
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $279,900+143.4%$172/sqft |
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| 7/24/2015 | Sold | $115,000-3.8%$71/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2008 | Sold | $119,500$73/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,990 -0.9% | $256,800 +13.7% |
| 2024 | $4,028 +10.8% | $225,900 |
| 2023 | $3,634 -0.6% | $225,900 +29.5% |
| 2022 | $3,656 +11.9% | $174,400 |
| 2021 | $3,268 +1.7% | $174,400 +15% |
| 2020 | $3,214 +7.9% | $151,700 |
| 2019 | $2,980 -3.1% | $151,700 +14.2% |
| 2018 | $3,076 | $132,800 |
| 2017 | $3,076 +5.4% | $132,800 +10.8% |
| 2016 | $2,918 | $119,900 |
| 2015 | $2,918 +9.5% | $119,900 +4.2% |
| 2014 | $2,664 | $115,100 |
| 2013 | -- | $115,100 +0.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $114,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $114,500 -3.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $119,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $119,200 |
| 2008 | -- | $119,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $119,200 +8.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $110,300 |
| 2005 | -- | $110,300 +7.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $102,410 +20.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $84,790 |
| 2001 | -- | $84,790 |
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Neighborhood: 50111
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Heritage ElementaryGrades: PK-4Distance: 1 mi
- 7/10DC-G MeadowsGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 7/10Dallas Center-Grimes High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Dallas Center-Grimes
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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