5420 NW 78th Ct, Johnston, IA 50131
What's special
This spacious two-story home offers the perfect combination of comfort, functionality, and exceptional outdoor living. Freshly painted throughout with brand-new carpet, this home features 2,896 square feet of finished living space, 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and multiple gathering areas designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The main level offers formal living and dining spaces, a cozy family room that opens to the kitchen, and large windows that fill the home with natural light while showcasing the private, tree-lined backyard. The kitchen features white cabinetry, granite countertops, a large center island, and an inviting dining area. Upstairs, you'll find a spacious primary suite with dual walk-in closets, double vanity, soaking tub, and separate shower, along with three additional bedrooms, a full bath, and convenient second-floor laundry. The finished lower level provides even more flexibility with a large family/game room, kitchenette, bathroom, and a non-conforming room perfect for a home office, gym, or guest space. Step outside to your backyard retreat featuring a custom patio and plenty of space to host family and friends or simply relax and enjoy the peaceful setting. Located within walking distance of schools, parks, and trails, this home truly has it all. Schedule your private showing today! All information obtained from seller and public records.
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Family Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
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Keith Albrecht (515)571-7702,
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Matt Klein 515-978-1411,
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Wet Bar, Central Vacuum, Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,896
- Total interior livable area: 2,896 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,100
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Three Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Play Structure
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Dimensions: 82 x 140
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 24100543083005
- Zoning: R-175
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Johnston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $173/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $529,100
- Annual tax amount: $8,607
- Date on market: 6/19/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 84 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/16/2026 | Price change | $499,900-2%$173/sqft |
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| 7/6/2026 | Price change | $510,000-1.9%$176/sqft |
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| 6/19/2026 | Price change | $520,000+8.6%$180/sqft |
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| 7/8/2024 | Listed for sale | $479,000+30%$165/sqft |
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| 9/16/2019 | Sold | $368,500-0.1%$127/sqft |
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| 9/4/2019 | Listed for sale | $369,000$127/sqft |
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| 8/16/2019 | Pending sale | $369,000$127/sqft |
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| 8/1/2019 | Listed for sale | $369,000$127/sqft |
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| 7/11/2019 | Pending sale | $369,000$127/sqft |
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| 6/25/2019 | Price change | $369,000-2.6%$127/sqft |
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| 6/7/2019 | Price change | $379,000-2.3%$131/sqft |
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| 5/7/2019 | Price change | $388,000-2.8%$134/sqft |
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| 4/15/2019 | Price change | $399,000-2.7%$138/sqft |
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| 3/20/2019 | Listed for sale | $409,900+12.3%$142/sqft |
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| 5/11/2015 | Sold | $365,000$126/sqft |
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| 3/18/2015 | Price change | $365,000-1.9%$126/sqft |
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| 2/11/2015 | Price change | $372,000-0.8%$128/sqft |
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| 1/29/2015 | Price change | $374,900-1.3%$129/sqft |
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| 11/25/2014 | Price change | $380,000-2.3%$131/sqft |
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| 11/14/2014 | Listed for sale | $388,900$134/sqft |
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| 10/2/2014 | Listing removed | $388,900$134/sqft |
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| 8/25/2014 | Price change | $388,900-6.3%$134/sqft |
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| 7/7/2014 | Listed for sale | $415,000+31.5%$143/sqft |
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| 2/11/2002 | Sold | $315,500+458.4%$109/sqft |
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| 3/15/2000 | Sold | $56,500$20/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,852 +5.2% | $529,100 +14% |
| 2024 | $7,466 +5.2% | $464,200 |
| 2023 | $7,096 -10.5% | $464,200 +20.8% |
| 2022 | $7,926 -4.4% | $384,400 |
| 2021 | $8,292 +0.8% | $384,400 +0.5% |
| 2020 | $8,224 -3.2% | $382,600 |
| 2019 | $8,496 +2.7% | $382,600 +4.4% |
| 2018 | $8,276 | $366,600 |
| 2017 | $8,276 +7.2% | $366,600 +6.8% |
| 2016 | $7,720 | $343,100 |
| 2015 | $7,720 +7.7% | $343,100 +5.2% |
| 2014 | $7,166 | $326,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $326,200 -0.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $326,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $326,400 -0.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $326,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $326,900 +3.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $315,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $315,800 +0.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $313,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $313,400 +2.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $305,040 +0.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $302,760 |
| 2001 | -- | $302,760 |
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