Bring your vision to this spacious 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath home on a half-acre lot in the heart of Indianola. Offering over 2,000 sq ft of living space, this property blends historic character with a long list of modern upgrades. Major updates include a new two-stage furnace and A/C, tankless water heater, kitchen remodel, attic insulation, and privacy fence (2024), plus new flooring in the kitchen and bathrooms (2025).
Additional improvements feature a 200-amp electrical service (2023). 7.26 KW solar system, EV-ready garages with 4 total stalls. and a new root and windows (2019).
The property includes two garages, one with a finished, insulated bonus room and plenty of yard space for outdoor projects or expansion. Some finishing work remains, offering the perfect opportunity to customize or renovate to your liking while enjoying the benefit of recent mechanical and structural updates already completed.
Located within walking distance to Indianola's elementary, middle, and high schools this property combines convenience, size, and potential all in one package. All appliances included.
Sold for $230,000
$230,000
900 E Salem Ave, Indianola, IA 50125
4beds
2,019sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1880
0.5 Acres Lot
$227,200 Zestimate®
$114/sqft
$1,876 Estimated rent
Home value
$227,200
$202,000 - $254,000
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Half-acre lotFinished insulated bonus roomPrivacy fenceTwo garages
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Listed by:
Alex Anderson (515)350-6061,
Century 21 Signature,
Jason Mickelson,
Century 21 Signature Real Esta
Bought with:
Josh Baker
Iowa Realty Indianola
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 730432
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,019
- Total interior livable area: 2,019 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Fully Fenced
- Fencing: Wood,Full
Lot
- Size: 0.5 Acres
- Dimensions: 146 x 150
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 48640000100
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1880
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Indianola
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $114/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $281,800
- Annual tax amount: $4,686
- Date on market: 11/14/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 2 days
- Listing terms: Cash,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/16/2025 | Sold | $230,000-4.1%$114/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #730432 Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/2025 | Pending sale | $239,900$119/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #730432 Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $239,900+70.1%$119/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #730432 Report a problem | ||
| 3/27/2015 | Sold | $141,000-2.7%$70/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #447055 Report a problem | ||
| 1/30/2015 | Listed for sale | $144,900$72/sqft |
Source: Re/Max Innovations #447055 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,686 +1.3% | $281,800 +9.2% |
| 2024 | $4,628 +2.1% | $258,100 |
| 2023 | $4,532 +1% | $258,100 +21.3% |
| 2022 | $4,486 -1.3% | $212,700 |
| 2021 | $4,544 +2% | $212,700 +4.5% |
| 2020 | $4,457 +6.3% | $203,500 |
| 2019 | $4,192 +9.1% | $203,500 +9.8% |
| 2018 | $3,844 -4.1% | $185,300 |
| 2017 | $4,010 +6.8% | -- |
| 2016 | $3,754 | $173,200 |
| 2015 | $3,754 | -- |
| 2014 | $3,754 +23% | $174,000 |
| 2013 | $3,052 -4.4% | -- |
| 2012 | $3,192 +6.9% | -- |
| 2011 | $2,986 +3% | -- |
| 2010 | $2,898 -4% | -- |
| 2009 | $3,020 +1.8% | -- |
| 2008 | $2,966 +5% | -- |
| 2007 | $2,824 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 50125
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Emerson Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Indianola Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Indianola High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Indianola
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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