Welcome to this beautifully restored one-of-a-kind home situated on a rare 1-acre lot in town. Historic charm meets modern convenience with refinished original 1910 birch hardwood floors, new luxury vinyl plank flooring, restored woodwork, fresh paint, and updated wall and ceiling finishes throughout.
The remodeled kitchen features hickory cabinetry with soft-close, full-extension drawers and granite countertops, while the updated bathrooms include a beautifully tiled upstairs shower. Major improvements include new plumbing, updated electrical with new panels in both the home and barn, newer windows, and a newer roof.
Enjoy outdoor living on the stained front deck or newly built rear deck, and take advantage of the refreshed barn with a new metal roof—perfect for storage, hobbies, or a workshop. Offering the space and privacy of country living with the convenience of being in town, this thoughtfully updated home is truly one of a kind. Schedule your showing today!
For sale
$347,900
605 Cottage St, Adel, IA 50003
3beds
1,776sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
1 Acres Lot
$335,300 Zestimate®
$196/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Restored woodworkUpdated bathroomsFresh paintRemodeled kitchenGranite countertopsNewer roofNewer windows
- 39 days |
- 1,635 |
- 112 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Austin Postier (515)689-0684,
RE/MAX Results
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 744625
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,776
- Total interior livable area: 1,776 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Enclosed Porch, Patio
Lot
- Size: 1 Acres
- Dimensions: 132 x 330
Details
- Parcel number: 1132209008
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Metal Siding, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Adel
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $196/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $284,680
- Annual tax amount: $4,583
- Date on market: 7/9/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$335,300
Estimated sales range
$319,000 - $352,000
Rent Zestimate®
$1,691/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $347,900+3.6%$196/sqft |
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| 5/16/2025 | Sold | $335,750$189/sqft |
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| 3/19/2025 | Pending sale | $335,750$189/sqft |
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| 3/12/2025 | Price change | $335,750-4%$189/sqft |
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| 2/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $349,900$197/sqft |
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| 1/17/2025 | Pending sale | $349,900$197/sqft |
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| 12/12/2024 | Price change | $349,900-4.8%$197/sqft |
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| 10/25/2024 | Price change | $367,500-0.7%$207/sqft |
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| 7/12/2024 | Price change | $369,999-2.6%$208/sqft |
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| 6/19/2024 | Price change | $379,999-5%$214/sqft |
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| 6/14/2024 | Price change | $399,9000%$225/sqft |
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| 5/31/2024 | Price change | $400,000-4.3%$225/sqft |
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| 5/1/2024 | Price change | $418,000-2.1%$235/sqft |
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| 4/18/2024 | Price change | $427,052-2.2%$240/sqft |
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| 4/8/2024 | Price change | $436,600-1%$246/sqft |
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| 3/22/2024 | Price change | $441,000-3.2%$248/sqft |
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| 2/9/2024 | Pending sale | $455,750$257/sqft |
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| 12/6/2023 | Listed for sale | $455,750+168.1%$257/sqft |
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| 7/14/2023 | Sold | $170,000$96/sqft |
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| 6/22/2023 | Pending sale | $170,000$96/sqft |
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| 6/22/2023 | Listed for sale | $170,000$96/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,582 +142.7% | $284,680 +7.2% |
| 2024 | $1,888 -37.5% | $265,510 +144.1% |
| 2023 | $3,022 +6.9% | $108,750 -32.2% |
| 2022 | $2,826 -3.5% | $160,300 +5.6% |
| 2021 | $2,928 +2.2% | $151,750 +4% |
| 2020 | $2,864 -2.8% | $145,940 |
| 2019 | $2,948 +1.8% | $145,940 +1.7% |
| 2018 | $2,896 | $143,520 |
| 2017 | $2,896 +21.4% | $143,520 +16% |
| 2016 | $2,386 +3.4% | $123,720 +9.7% |
| 2015 | $2,308 +10.2% | $112,740 |
| 2014 | $2,094 +0.5% | $112,740 |
| 2013 | $2,084 +0.8% | -- |
| 2012 | $2,068 +3.6% | -- |
| 2011 | $1,996 +3.1% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,936 -3.9% | -- |
| 2009 | $2,014 +2.5% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,964 +69.3% | -- |
| 2007 | $1,160 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 50003
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAAdel Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-1Distance: 0.9 mi
- 10/10ADM Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 9/10ADM Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Adel-Desoto-Minburn
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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