Stately Historic Beauty in the Heart of Burlington, Iowa Step back in time—without sacrificing space or comfort. Located in the heart of historic Burlington, this beautifully preserved 1900 gem offers 2,780 sq ft of gracious living, blending timeless craftsmanship with generous proportions. With 5 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, this home is built to accommodate everything from quiet mornings to lively holiday gatherings. The moment you enter, you’ll be greeted by rich crown molding, stunning original woodwork, and the kind of architectural details you simply can’t find in modern homes. The grand dining room and inviting living room are tailor-made for entertaining, and the fireplace adds the perfect touch of warmth and charm. Whether you're sipping coffee in the morning sun or hosting a dinner party this home invites you to slow down and savor every moment. If you've been dreaming of a place with character, soul, and space to make your own—this is it.
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$60,000
603 S 12th St, Burlington, IA 52601
5beds
2,780sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
6,969.6 Square Feet Lot
$61,600 Zestimate®
$22/sqft
$1,662 Estimated rent
Home value
$61,600
$45,000 - $84,000
$1,662/mo
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Listed by:
Leiah Prall 319-601-9860,
Century 21/Property Profession
Bought with:
Kimberly Staub, ***
RE/MAX Real Estate Specialists
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6326778
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Upper
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Features
- Basement: Stone/Rock
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,780 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Additional Parking
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
Lot
- Size: 6,969 sqft
- Dimensions: .16
Details
- Parcel number: 1605377017
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Burlington
- Subdivision: HIGBEE LAND
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Association name: SEIA
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/27/2025 | Pending sale | $69,000+15%$25/sqft |
Source:  NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6326778 Report a problem | ||
| 8/25/2025 | Sold | $60,000-13%$22/sqft |
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6326778 Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/2025 | Price change | $69,000-7.9%$25/sqft |
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6326778 Report a problem | ||
| 4/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $74,900+56.9%$27/sqft |
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6326778 Report a problem | ||
| 12/8/1993 | Sold | $47,750$17/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,332 +4.6% | $105,500 +14.1% |
| 2024 | $1,274 -15.4% | $92,500 |
| 2023 | $1,506 -1.4% | $92,500 +10.1% |
| 2022 | $1,528 -7.3% | $84,000 |
| 2021 | $1,648 +1% | $84,000 |
| 2020 | $1,632 -7.8% | $84,000 |
| 2019 | $1,770 +0.1% | $84,000 -1.6% |
| 2018 | $1,768 | $85,400 +4.3% |
| 2017 | $1,768 +6.1% | $81,900 |
| 2016 | $1,666 | $81,900 |
| 2015 | $1,666 -1.3% | $81,900 +10.2% |
| 2014 | $1,688 +19.5% | $74,300 |
| 2013 | $1,412 +0.4% | -- |
| 2012 | $1,406 +1% | -- |
| 2011 | $1,392 +1.5% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,372 +9.1% | -- |
| 2009 | $1,258 +5.7% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,190 +6.1% | -- |
| 2007 | $1,122 -5.6% | -- |
| 2005 | $1,188 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 52601
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10James Wilson Grimes SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Edward Stone Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 4/10Burlington Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
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- Iowa
- Des Moines County
- Burlington
- 52601
- 603 S 12th St
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