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    • $134,900

    808 Franklin St, Elgin, IA 52141

    3beds
    1,770sqft
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    $1,003/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1920
    0.27 Acres Lot
    $130,400 Zestimate®
    $76/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Original hardwood floorsRich wood trimPlenty of storage spaceThree well-sized bedroomsUpdated finishesLight-filled spacious kitchenBeautifully preserved pocket doors
    Nestled on a generous corner lot, this charming 1.5-story home offers a perfect blend of timeless character and thoughtful modern updates. The main level features a light-filled, spacious kitchen with updated finishes and a brand-new stove—ideal for both daily living and entertaining. Just off the kitchen, a convenient laundry room includes a new washer and dryer (2024), and a main-level half bath adds everyday convenience. Original hardwood floors on the main level and rich wood trim run throughout the home, enhancing its warm, inviting atmosphere. Beautifully preserved pocket doors open to a versatile den that can function as a home office, cozy reading room, or main floor bedroom. A formal dining room with a built-in hutch adds vintage elegance, while the welcoming living room leads in from the enclosed front porch—perfect for enjoying quiet mornings or evening conversations. Upstairs, you'll find three well-sized bedrooms and a full bath, along with plenty of storage space. The full unfinished basement offers abundant additional storage, complete with built-in shelving to keep everything organized. Outdoors, relax on the private rear deck or unwind in the 3-season front porch as you take in the charm of Iowa’s changing seasons.
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    Listed by:

    Joan M Rollins 563-380-5364,

    AJ Realty, Inc

    Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 20263488MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Den, Dining Room Separate, Main Floor Laundry, Pantry, Stubbed Bath or Rough In
      Other
      • Level: Upper
      Other
      • Level: Main
      Other
      • Level: Lower
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Natural Gas, Propane Rented
      Cooling
      • Ceiling Fan(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Disposal, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
      • Laundry: 1st Floor, Laundry Room
      Features
      • Flooring: Hardwood
      • Doors: Pocket Doors
      • Basement: Block,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Floor Drain,Radon Mitigation System,Partially Finished
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Fireplace features: None
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,770 sqft
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Detached Garage, Workshop in Garage
      • Carport spaces: 1
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Enclosed
      • Exterior features: Garden
      Lot
      • Size: 0.27 Acres
      • Dimensions: 88 x 110, 22 x 44
      • Features: Landscaped, Corner Lot, Level
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0814327006
      • Zoning: R-1
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Bungalow
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Slate
      • Roof: Shingle,Asphalt
      Condition
      • Year built: 1920

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Elgin

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $76/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $128,310
      • Annual tax amount: $1,542
      • Date on market: 7/28/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 173 days
      • Road surface type: Alley Paved, Paved

        Estimated market value

        $130,400

        $124,000 - $137,000

        $1,150/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/28/2026Listed for sale$134,900$76/sqft
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        7/21/2026Listing removed$134,900$76/sqft
        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20260698 Report a problem
        6/8/2026Price change$134,900-3.6%$76/sqft
        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20260698 Report a problem
        5/27/2026Listed for sale$139,900$79/sqft
        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20260698 Report a problem
        4/29/2026Pending sale$139,900$79/sqft
        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20260698 Report a problem
        2/20/2026Listed for sale$139,900$79/sqft
        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20260698 Report a problem
        2/17/2026Listing removed$139,900$79/sqft
        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20253207 Report a problem
        12/23/2025Pending sale$139,900$79/sqft
        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20253207 Report a problem
        8/5/2025Price change$139,900-12.5%$79/sqft
        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20253207 Report a problem
        7/8/2025Listed for sale$159,900+21.1%$90/sqft
        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20253207 Report a problem
        5/2/2024Sold$132,000-5.7%$75/sqft
        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20234998 Report a problem
        3/28/2024Pending sale$140,000$79/sqft
        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20234998 Report a problem
        3/7/2024Price change$140,000-6%$79/sqft
        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20234998 Report a problem
        3/4/2024Pending sale$149,000$84/sqft
        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20234998 Report a problem
        11/28/2023Listed for sale$149,000+75.5%$84/sqft
        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20234998 Report a problem
        12/17/2013Sold$84,900$48/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
        8/9/2013Price change$84,900-5.6%$48/sqft
        Source: Homestead Iowa Realty #24011 Report a problem
        7/13/2013Price change$89,900-0.1%$51/sqft
        Source: Homestead Iowa Realty #24011 Report a problem
        7/5/2013Price change$90,000+1.1%$51/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        6/7/2013Price change$89,000-1%$50/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        5/5/2013Price change$89,900-0.1%$51/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        12/8/2012Price change$90,000+3.4%$51/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        8/12/2012Listed for sale$87,000$49/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        5/15/2012Listing removed$87,000$49/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        11/24/2011Listed for sale$87,000+58.2%$49/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        7/22/2005Sold$55,000$31/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,384 -11.5%$128,310 +13.6%
        2024$1,564 -5.3%$112,900
        2023$1,652 +2%$112,900 +25.5%
        2022$1,620 -0.4%$89,940
        2021$1,626 +2.9%$89,940 +7.5%
        2020$1,580 +4.1%$83,700
        2019$1,518 +0.3%$83,700 +5.8%
        2018$1,514 +6.3%$79,130 +1.5%
        2017$1,424 -4.4%$77,960
        2016$1,490 $77,960
        2015$1,490 +8.4%--
        2014$1,374 +47.7%--
        2013$930 -6.8%--
        2012$998 +10.6%--
        2011$902 +6.6%--
        2010$846 +2.9%--
        2009$822 +1.7%--
        2008$808 +14.8%--
        2007$704 --
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 52141

        Getting around

        23 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        37 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: North Fayette Valley CSD
        • Middle: North Fayette Valley
        • High: North Fayette Valley

        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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