Nestled on a quiet street along the north edge of town, this charming three-bedroom, two-bathroom ranch offers peaceful countryside views and a comfortable, user-friendly layout. With thoughtful updates throughout and plenty of functional living space, this home is ready for its next owner. As you enter from the heated double-stall attached garage, you’ll find a well-appointed kitchen featuring birch cabinets, new countertops, and a new sink, all updated in 2022. The kitchen is complemented by stainless steel appliances, also installed new in 2022. The adjacent dining area provides a comfortable space for everyday meals while offering plenty of room when entertaining larger groups. The spacious living room has a bright, open feel thanks to a large bay window and a newer exterior door featuring a large window with internal mini blinds for added privacy. All three main-floor bedrooms are conveniently located along the back side of the home, along with a full bathroom. The basement provides even more usable space, including a generously sized family room, laundry room, and an additional bedroom. This basement bedroom is considered non-conforming because it does not have an egress window. The flooring in this area can be finished to suit the new owner’s style and preferences. An unfinished portion of the basement offers plenty of additional potential, whether you envision another bedroom, recreation room, home office, or hobby space. The current owners have completed numerous updates over the years, including newer windows, vinyl siding, a steel roof, and a heat pump paired with a gas forced-air furnace. Outside, you’ll appreciate the rear deck and a large new shed with convenient alley access, providing excellent additional storage. Average monthly utilities: City of Sanborn for gas, electric, water, sewer, trash & recycling $235.00
For sale
Price cut: $7K (9/23)
$205,000
809 Obrien St, Sanborn, IA 51248
3beds
2baths
1,547sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1962
10,454 Square Feet Lot
$194,900 Zestimate®
$133/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Rear deckComfortable user-friendly layoutThree main-floor bedroomsNewer windowsVinyl sidingPeaceful countryside viewsSteel roof
- 51 days
- 122
- 3
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Dean Fjeld 712-348-4214,
Northwest Realty
Source: Northwest Iowa Regional BOR,MLS#: 834178
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Family, Dining, Other, Laundry, Bedroom, Full Bath, 3/4 Bath
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Water Softener: Owned
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Block
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,547
- Total interior livable area: 1,547 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,112
- Finished area below ground: 435
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Concrete
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 10,454 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 0030070000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1962
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Sanborn
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $133/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $132,160
- Annual tax amount: $1,887
- Price range: $205K - $205K
- Date on market: 8/11/2026
- Inclusions: Gas stove, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, water softener, washer, dryer, upright freezer, gas heater in the garage, sump pump w/ battery backup, flagpole, wooden shed, small plastic cabinet behind the house.
Estimated market value
$194,900
$185,000 - $205,000
$1,291/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/23/2026 | Price change | $205,000-3.3%$133/sqft |
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| 8/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $212,000$137/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,690 +15.3% | $61,247 -53.7% |
| 2023 | $1,466 +3.2% | $132,160 +37.2% |
| 2022 | $1,420 +0.4% | $96,300 |
| 2021 | $1,414 -8% | $96,300 +10.7% |
| 2020 | $1,537 +2.1% | $86,960 |
| 2019 | $1,506 +1.8% | $86,960 +4% |
| 2018 | $1,479 +11.3% | $83,590 +2.3% |
| 2017 | $1,328 -0.6% | $81,720 |
| 2016 | $1,336 | $81,720 +13.1% |
| 2015 | $1,336 +11.5% | $72,250 |
| 2014 | $1,198 +6.2% | $72,250 |
| 2013 | $1,128 -2.1% | -- |
| 2012 | $1,152 -2.5% | -- |
| 2011 | $1,182 +2.6% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,152 +11.8% | -- |
| 2009 | $1,030 +4.5% | -- |
| 2008 | $986 -1.6% | -- |
| 2007 | $1,002 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 51248
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hartley Elem
- Middle: Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn
- High: Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn
Source: Northwest Iowa Regional BOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.




