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Sold for $329,900
  • $329,900

    603 E Salem Ave, Indianola, IA 50125

    4beds
    2,382sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1900
    0.28 Acres Lot
    $356,800 Zestimate®
    $138/sqft
    $2,022 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $356,800

    $339,000 - $375,000

    $2,022/mo

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    What's special

    Paved drivewayBeautiful hdwd flrsFront porch entryBuilt-in hutchUpdated windowsNew ss stoveUpdated bath
    In 1894, B.F. Fortney built this home. It's etched in the brick of this home which is full of character & history w/the modern-day conveniences U expect! Pickett fence & front porch entry into 2 story foyer w/original staircase & woodwork. Music room was perhaps a parlor in its day w/floor to ceiling windows & hdwd flrs. (Note: windows were replaced over last 11 yrs). Moving to centrally located family rm w/faux fplace w/plenty of daylight. Dining room offers the built-in hutch & beautiful hdwd flrs & entrance to LL. Kitchen has been updated a few times since 1894! New SS stove (2022), DW, fridge & pantry. Eating area & 3/4 BA & 1st Flr Lndry provide the modern-day conveniences. The back entry (once a porch) is enclosed & serves as the mudroom everyone desires. Upper level provides 4 large BRs & an updated bath (2022) w/Full XL Tub/Shower combo & w/tile floors. Off the back porch, you'll enjoy the modern-day in-ground poo, patio & lg side yard. Perfect for your enjoyment & fully fenced. 24x24 garage was added since 1894 along with the paved driveway & metal siding. So, here it is: Spacious restored home with 2382 SF with original woodwork on main, character & yet updated windows, HVAC, breaker box & the owner has painstakingly brought new life to the walls & woodwork. Warranty too & located blocks from Schools & Trail. Don't miss this gem!

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    Listed by:

    KAREY BISHOP 515-453-6600,

    Iowa Realty Indianola

    Bought with:

    Suzana Dobrosavljevic

    RE/MAX Concepts

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 679548MLS Logo

    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: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
    • Laundry: Main Level
    Features
    • Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, See Remarks, Cable TV, Window Treatments
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
    • Basement: Unfinished
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,382
    • Total interior livable area: 2,382 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
    • Garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Open, Patio
    • Exterior features: Fully Fenced, Patio, Storage
    • Pool features: In Ground
    • Fencing: Chain Link,Vinyl,Full
    Lot
    • Size: 0.28 Acres
    • Dimensions: 80 x 153
    • Features: Rectangular Lot
    Details
    • Additional structures: Storage
    • Parcel number: 48860000580
    • Zoning: Res

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Two Story,Victorian
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Metal Siding
    • Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Stone
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1900
    Details
    • Builder name: B.F. Fortney

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Sidewalks
    • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Indianola

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $138/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $313,100
    • Annual tax amount: $5,108
    • Date on market: 8/2/2023
    • Cumulative days on market: 4 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
    • Road surface type: Concrete

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/21/2023Sold$329,900$138/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #679548 Report a problem
    8/7/2023Pending sale$329,900$138/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #679548 Report a problem
    8/2/2023Listed for sale$329,900+41.6%$138/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #679548 Report a problem
    10/27/2017Sold$233,000+4.5%$98/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #542652 Report a problem
    9/11/2017Pending sale$223,000$94/sqft
    Source: Century 21 Signature #542652 Report a problem
    8/21/2017Price change$223,000-2%$94/sqft
    Source: Century 21 Signature #542652 Report a problem
    7/21/2017Price change$227,500-3.2%$96/sqft
    Source: Century 21 Signature #542652 Report a problem
    6/27/2017Listed for sale$234,900$99/sqft
    Source: Century 21 Signature #542652 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$5,334 -2.1%$313,100 +3%
    2024$5,450 +5.6%$304,000
    2023$5,160 +1%$304,000 +25.5%
    2022$5,108 +0.4%$242,200
    2021$5,088 +1.9%$242,200 +6.3%
    2020$4,991 +2%$227,900
    2019$4,893 +26.1%$227,900 +5.4%
    2018$3,881 -0.7%$216,300 +14.2%
    2017$3,910 +8.6%$189,400 +8.3%
    2016$3,602 $174,900
    2015$3,602 $174,900 +1%
    2014$3,602 +16.5%$173,200
    2013$3,092 -4.4%--
    2012$3,236 +7.2%--
    2011$3,020 +3%--
    2010$2,932 -3.8%--
    2009$3,048 +1.7%--
    2008$2,996 +4.9%--
    2007$2,856 --
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 50125

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    • District: Indianola

    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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