Welcome to 818 5th Street, a move-in ready gem nestled in one of Kalona’s most desirable neighborhoods. This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers modern updates, functional spaces, and timeless charm—surrounded by mature trees and located on a quiet street. The designer-updated kitchen (with new appliances installed in 2022) is both stylish and practical, perfect for everyday living or entertaining. The dedicated home office features built-in shelving and cabinetry, making it an ideal workspace or creative zone. A separate family entertainment room offers additional space to gather, relax, or unwind—great for movie nights, or a play space. Step outside to enjoy the large, fully fenced backyard, perfect for privacy and outdoor living. The home also includes a detached two-car garage, a backyard storage shed, and recent mechanical upgrades such as a new water heater, water softener, and reverse osmosis water system.
Sold for $271,000
$271,000
818 5th St, Kalona, IA 52247
3beds
2,156sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1900
0.34 Acres Lot
$276,400 Zestimate®
$126/sqft
$1,901 Estimated rent
Home value
$276,400
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Listed by:
Cooper Tonning 319-430-8659,
Iowa Realty
Bought with:
KALONA REALTY, INC.
Source: Iowa City Area AOR,MLS#: 202503830
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas, Common
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range Or Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Water Softener Owned, Reverse Osmosis
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Bookcases, High Ceilings, Pantry, Smart Locks, Smart Thermostat
- Flooring: Tile, Wood, Concrete, Engineered Wood
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished
- Attic: Expandable
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,156
- Total interior livable area: 2,156 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,156
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached Carport, Off Street
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Garden
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Dimensions: 98.10 x 151.00
- Features: Less Than Half Acre, Back Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 002+0307181016
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Indoor air quality: Active Radon
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Playground, Near Shopping, Close To School
Location
- Region: Kalona
- Subdivision: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/25/2025 | Sold | $271,000-6.6%$126/sqft |
Source:  Iowa City Area AOR #202503830 Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2025 | Pending sale | $290,000$135/sqft |
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| 6/19/2025 | Price change | $290,000-3.3%$135/sqft |
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| 6/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $300,000+36.4%$139/sqft |
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| 7/28/2020 | Sold | $219,900$102/sqft |
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202004096 Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2020 | Pending sale | $219,900$102/sqft |
Source: Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS #202004096 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2020 | Listed for sale | $219,900+46.7%$102/sqft |
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| 11/8/2017 | Sold | $149,900-6.3%$70/sqft |
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #20173513 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2017 | Pending sale | $159,900$74/sqft |
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| 10/4/2017 | Price change | $159,900-3.1%$74/sqft |
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| 8/16/2017 | Price change | $165,000-2.9%$77/sqft |
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| 8/1/2017 | Price change | $170,000-5.6%$79/sqft |
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| 6/20/2017 | Price change | $180,000-5.8%$83/sqft |
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| 6/8/2017 | Listed for sale | $191,000+45.2%$89/sqft |
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| 5/10/2006 | Sold | $131,500$61/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $269,200 +7.8% |
| 2024 | -- | $249,800 |
| 2023 | $3,754 +2.3% | $249,800 +19.2% |
| 2022 | $3,668 +12.1% | $209,500 |
| 2021 | $3,272 +1.7% | $209,500 +25% |
| 2020 | $3,218 +0.4% | $167,600 |
| 2019 | $3,206 +5.3% | $167,600 +4% |
| 2018 | $3,044 | $161,200 +3.7% |
| 2017 | $3,044 +19.2% | $155,500 +4.4% |
| 2016 | $2,554 -0.6% | $149,000 -0.3% |
| 2015 | $2,570 +6.7% | $149,500 |
| 2014 | $2,408 +5.9% | $149,500 |
| 2013 | $2,274 -2.5% | $149,500 |
| 2012 | $2,332 +3.4% | -- |
| 2011 | $2,256 +4.7% | -- |
| 2010 | $2,154 +5% | -- |
| 2009 | $2,052 +2.8% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,996 +15.5% | -- |
| 2007 | $1,728 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 52247
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAKalona Elementary SchoolGrades: K-2Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Mid-Prairie Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Mid-Prairie High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.3 mi
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