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Sold for $180,000
  • $180,000

    605 Locust St, La Porte City, IA 50651

    4beds
    1,904sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1920
    0.68 Acres Lot
    $183,700 Zestimate®
    $95/sqft
    $1,588 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $183,700

    $163,000 - $208,000

    $1,588/mo

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    What's special

    Picturesque creekOriginal custom woodworkWorking dumbwaiterWood floorsCharacter-rich covered front porchSpacious kitchenLarge lot
    Charming 1920 Classic with Unique Character! Step back in time with this enchanting 1920 1 1/2-story home located at 605 Locust Street, LaPorte City. Overflowing with character and classic charm, this home features 4 bedrooms—3 located on the second floor and 1 conveniently on the main level. You'll find wood floors and original custom woodwork in the formal dining and living rooms, preserving the timeless beauty of the era. The spacious kitchen is truly one-of-a-kind, offering both functionality and character. It even includes a working dumbwaiter, a rare and delightful feature that adds to the home's historic charm while providing a practical conversation piece. The home offers 1 full bath on the main floor, a half bath upstairs (situated in one of the bedrooms), and an unfinished basement with a handy 3/4 bath, providing ample potential for customization. Outside, enjoy the character-rich covered front porch, ideal for morning coffee or evening relaxation. The concrete patio at the back of the home is perfect for entertaining, overlooking a large lot that gently slopes to a picturesque creek—a serene and private outdoor space. Complete with a 2-stall detached garage, this property seamlessly blends historic charm with practical living. Don't miss the opportunity to own this unique piece of history in a tranquil setting. Schedule your showing today!

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    Listed by:

    Ryan Backes 319-240-5039,

    Backes Real Estate,

    Greg Kastli 319-230-0719,

    Backes Real Estate

    Bought with:

    Non Member, nonmem

    NON-MEMBER

    Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 20245143MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Other
    • Level: Upper
    Other
    • Level: Main
    Other
    • Level: Lower
    Dining room
    • Level: Main
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Built-In Oven, Dishwasher
    • Laundry: Lower Level
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Basement: Block,Brick/Mortar,Concrete
    • Has fireplace: No
    • Fireplace features: None
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,904 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: 2 Stall, Detached Garage
    • Carport spaces: 2
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
    • Waterfront features: Creek
    Lot
    • Size: 0.68 Acres
    • Dimensions: 100 x 297
    Details
    • Parcel number: 871225385002
    • Zoning: R-1
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brk Accent, Shake Siding, Stucco
    • Roof: Metal
    Condition
    • Year built: 1920

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: La Porte City

    Other

    Other facts
    • Road surface type: Concrete, Hard Surface Road

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    2/28/2025Sold$180,000-7.7%$95/sqft
    Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20245143 Report a problem
    2/8/2025Pending sale$195,000$102/sqft
    Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20245143 Report a problem
    1/27/2025Price change$195,000-7.1%$102/sqft
    Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20245143 Report a problem
    11/19/2024Listed for sale$210,000+351.6%$110/sqft
    Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20245143 Report a problem
    12/12/1991Sold$46,500$24/sqft
    Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$2,603 -1%$173,270 +0.7%
    2024$2,630 +0.7%$172,050
    2023$2,613 +3%$172,050 +24.2%
    2022$2,538 +0.8%$138,480
    2021$2,518 +3.5%$138,480 +5.5%
    2020$2,433 -3%$131,240
    2019$2,508 +4.2%$131,240
    2018$2,407 0%$131,240
    2017$2,408 +1.6%$131,240 +0.7%
    2016$2,370 $130,290
    2015$2,370 +4.5%$130,290
    2014$2,268 +0.4%$130,290
    2012$2,258 +7.2%$130,290
    2011$2,106 +2.8%$130,290 +5.4%
    2010$2,048 +3.3%$123,670
    2009$1,982 +1.3%$123,670
    2008$1,956 +3.2%$123,670 +7%
    2007$1,896 -2.1%$115,580
    2006$1,936 +24%$115,580
    2005$1,561 +9%$115,580 +34.8%
    2003$1,432 +1.4%$85,770
    2002$1,412 +8.7%$85,770 +18%
    2001$1,299 $72,690

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    Neighborhood: 50651

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Union
    • Middle: Union
    • High: Union

    Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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