$249,000

1027 Summer St Grinnell, IA 50112

Total Views 6,535
3 Beds
3 Baths
1,733 Sq Ft
$144 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Laundry Room
  • Forced Air Heating System

About This Home

Welcome to this charming and surprisingly spacious 1.5 story home that perfectly blends classic character with functional modern updates. Situated just a few blocks from the vibrant shops and restaurants of downtown Grinnell, Grinnell College, and Summer Street Park, this location offers the best of the community at your doorstep. Step inside from the enclosed front porch with its classic porch swing into an organized foyer featuring built in storage. The main floor boasts beautiful hardwood flooring and a bright living room that flows into a light and airy eat in kitchen equipped with newer countertops and a dedicated walk through pantry. Flexibility is key with a main floor office that connects via a walk through closet to a main floor bedroom and full bathroom. This layout provides easy access to the back deck with private views of the fully fenced in backyard. Upstairs you will find two additional large bedrooms with walk in closets, a second full bathroom, and a convenient laundry room. The full basement offers expansive storage space and a secondary sink and toilet. Storage is a breeze with both an attached one car garage and an additional detached one car garage. This comfortable and move in ready residence is a must see. Make your appointment! Schedule your private tour today!

Listing Agent

Matt Karjalahti

RE/MAX Partners Realty, Grinnell License #*** Listed on: 03/05/2026

RE/MAX Partners Realty, Grinnell

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Parking

  • 2

Additional Features

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Laundry Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Lot Dimensions are 75x165
  • Forced Air Heating System

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0.28 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NOC28430
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1733
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Basement: Full
  • Fireplace: No
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Common Walls: 0

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached, Detached Garage, Concrete

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: MIR

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 75X165
  • Lot Size Units: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $3,042 $208,060 $30,900 $177,160
2024 $3,008 $193,110 $25,110 $168,000
2023 $2,896 $193,110 $25,110 $168,000
2022 $2,868 $161,990 $20,470 $141,520
2021 $2,868 $152,820 $19,310 $133,510
2020 $2,258 $124,880 $19,310 $105,570
2019 $2,296 $124,880 $19,310 $105,570
2018 $2,254 $124,880 $19,310 $105,570
2017 $2,306 $124,880 $19,310 $105,570
2016 $2,044 $124,880 $19,310 $105,570
2015 $2,044 $112,260 $19,030 $93,230
2014 $2,216 $112,260 $19,030 $93,230
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/05/2026 03/05/26 For Sale $249,000 +27.7% $144 / Sq Ft
05/07/2021 05/07/21 Sold $195,000 0.0% $113 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/14/2021 04/14/21 Pending -- -- --
03/22/2021 03/22/21 For Sale $195,000 +31.8% $113 / Sq Ft
06/07/2017 06/07/17 Sold $148,000 -2.6% $85 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/04/2017 04/04/17 Pending -- -- --
03/20/2017 03/20/17 For Sale $152,000 +8.6% $88 / Sq Ft
06/27/2014 06/27/14 Sold $140,000 -6.4% $81 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/21/2014 05/21/14 Pending -- -- --
02/12/2014 02/12/14 For Sale $149,500 -- $86 / Sq Ft
Source: NoCoast MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Joint Tenancy Deed $195,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $148,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $130,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $121,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $19,500 New Conventional
Open $175,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $14,800 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $133,200 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $117,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $97,600 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Matt Karjalahti

RE/MAX Partners Realty, Grinnell

(641) 276-6193

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Matt Karjalahti, Broker and owner of RE/MAX Partners, got into real estate in sort of an unexpected way: He got angry.
After three poorly executed real estate transactions, a light-bulb went off. He could do better. He would do better. It was a call to action.
Matt Karjalahti is a highly respected real estate broker and the owner of RE/MAX Partners Realty, the leading brokerage in Poweshiek County. With over a decade of experience, Matt is known for his no-nonsense, results-driven

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Source: NoCoast MLS

MLS Number: NOC6336092

NoCoast MLS

APN: 180-0563800

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