A Rare Hobby Farm with History & Heart. Welcome to 984 P Avenue -- a beautifully maintained 11.35-acre hobby farm in Jefferson, located in scenic Greene County. Whether you envision a working livestock operation, a private orchard, a vineyard, or simply a peaceful country escape, this property delivers space, infrastructure, and unmatched character. The charming 1909 1 1/2 story farmhouse offers 1,424 sq ft with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. Inside, you'll find original hardwood floors, formal dining, an enclosed porch, and three electric fireplaces adding warmth and charm throughout. Recent improvements make this home truly move-in ready, including a new roof, new furnace, new central air, new water heater, new septic system, updated electrical, new sump pump, water softener, reverse osmosis system, and new vinyl flooring in the mudroom and sunroom. Outside, the property is thoughtfully set up for livestock and hobby farming. Includes two fenced pastures ideal for rotational grazing. The outbuildings feature interior stalls and updated electrical, ready for cattle, horses, or mixed livestock. A renovated and freshly painted goat shed and additional outbuildings offer turnkey space for poultry or small animals. Gardeners will appreciate the established, fenced garden area complete with bench trellis, five hexagon raised beds, rhubarb patch, raspberry bed, two asparagus beds, and gourd vines. The true signature feature is the historic one-room schoolhouse located on the property -- a rare and irreplaceable piece of Iowa history brimming with potential. Restore and preserve it as a landmark, or repurpose it as a studio, small business space, vacation rental, event venue, or agritourism opportunity. Move-in ready. Rich in history. Endless in possibility.
For sale
Price cut: $15K (5/13)
$384,900
984 P Ave, Jefferson, IA 50129
3beds
1,424sqft
Farm, Residential
Built in 1909
11 Acres Lot
$367,500 Zestimate®
$270/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Formal diningOriginal hardwood floorsEnclosed porchNew furnaceUpdated electricalNew central airNew roof
- 121 days |
- 521 |
- 25 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lora Ahrens Olerich 515-432-8872,
Heartland Realty,
Cassidy Frank 515-432-8872,
Heartland Realty
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 69521
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Deep Freeze, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Vinyl, Laminate, Hardwood, Concrete, Carpet
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Electric, Three or More
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,424
- Total interior livable area: 1,424 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Lot
- Size: 11 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s)
- Parcel number: 0716400009
- Zoning: Res
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Farm, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Crawl Space, Brick/Mortar, Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Year built: 1909
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Jefferson
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $270/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $173,200
- Annual tax amount: $1,960
- Date on market: 3/3/2026
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
$367,500
$349,000 - $386,000
$1,554/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/13/2026 | Price change | $384,900-3.8%$270/sqft |
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| 5/16/2025 | Price change | $399,900-5.9%$281/sqft |
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| 3/12/2024 | Listed for sale | $425,000$298/sqft |
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| 12/1/2023 | Listing removed | $425,000$298/sqft |
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| 6/5/2023 | Listed for sale | $425,000+112.5%$298/sqft |
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| 3/31/2021 | Sold | $200,000+17.8%$140/sqft |
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| 2/24/2021 | Pending sale | $169,779$119/sqft |
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| 1/22/2021 | Listed for sale | $169,779$119/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,960 +1.8% | $173,200 +22.9% |
| 2024 | $1,926 +21.9% | $140,900 -0.4% |
| 2023 | $1,580 +2.9% | $141,400 +44.6% |
| 2022 | $1,536 +10.7% | $97,800 |
| 2021 | $1,388 +15.3% | $97,800 +18.4% |
| 2020 | $1,204 +9.5% | $82,600 |
| 2019 | $1,100 +4.2% | $82,600 +14.2% |
| 2018 | $1,056 | $72,300 +7% |
| 2017 | $1,056 +23.7% | $67,600 |
| 2016 | $854 | $67,600 +0.6% |
| 2015 | $854 | $67,200 |
| 2014 | $854 +1.4% | $67,200 |
| 2013 | $842 -16.5% | -- |
| 2012 | $1,008 +1.4% | -- |
| 2011 | $994 +16.7% | -- |
| 2010 | $852 -26.9% | -- |
| 2009 | $1,166 +4.3% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,118 +53.2% | -- |
| 2007 | $730 | -- |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 50129
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Greene County ElementaryGrades: PK-4Distance: 5.2 mi
- 7/10Greene County Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 5.6 mi
- 5/10Greene County High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4 mi
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- Iowa
- Greene County
- Jefferson
- 50129
- 984 P Ave




