$185,000
SOLD SEP 24, 2025

117 Sunset St Elgin, IA 52141

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,927 Sq Ft
0.29 Acres

Recently Sold

$96 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Central Air
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Water Softener
  • Baseboard Heating

About This Home

As of September 2025

Set in the desirable Scenic Heights subdivision of Elgin, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the best of both worlds. Enjoy picturesque views of the town from the front, while the back reveals the sweeping countryside —perfectly framed by a spacious deck, patio, and charming pergola ideal for outdoor entertaining. Start by contacting your lender to secure a pre-approval, then connect with your preferred real estate agent to schedule your showing.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jeffrey Marcks

EXIT Realty Driftless Group License #B64863000 Listed on: 07/31/2025

EXIT Realty Driftless Group

Last Buyer's Agent

Jeffrey Marcks

EXIT Realty Driftless Group License #B64863000 Listed on: 07/31/2025

EXIT Realty Driftless Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,316

Year Built

  • Built in 1975

Lot Details

  • 0.29 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 100 x 125
  • Sloped Lot
  • Property is zoned R1-SF

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,927 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Laundry on lower level
  • Partially Finished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Tuck Under Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • N Fayette Valley Elementary School
  • North Fayette Valley Middle School
  • North Fayette Valley High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Water Softener

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0814428002

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,316

Year Built

Built in 1975

Lot Details

0.29 Acres

Listing Details

  • Parcel Number: 0814428002
  • Year Built: 1975
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • PropertyType: Residential
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Lower Level
  • ResoLotFeatures: Landscaped, Sloped
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.29
  • Road Frontage Type: Hard Surface Road
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
  • Co List Office Phone: 319-231-9037
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Reso Fireplace Features: None
  • Reso Interior Features: Ceiling Fan/Light
  • Reso Roof: Asphalt
  • TotalFinishedSquareFootage: 1927
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Appliances Negotiable, Electric Water Heater, Water Softener
  • Basement: Block, Floor Drain, Partially Finished
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 775
  • BelowGradeArea: 1152

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: School Bus Service
  • Other Structures: Gazebo, Storage
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Covered

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: 1 Stall, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Tuckunder Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Baseboard, Propane
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: N/A

Schools

  • Elementary School: N Fayette Valley
  • High School: North Fayette Valley
  • Middle Or Junior School: North Fayette Valley

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R1-SF
  • Lot Dimensions: 100 x 125
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 12500
  • Additional Parcels: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2315.99

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 31, 2025
Closed on
Sep 24, 2025
Sold by
Wheatman Alan B and Wheatman Ruth A
Bought by
Stork Mark and Stork Sandy
Seller's Agent
Jeffrey Marcks
EXIT Realty Driftless Group
Buyer's Agent
Jeffrey Marcks
EXIT Realty Driftless Group
List Price
$189,000
Sold Price
$185,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-2.12%
Views
8
Current Estimated Value
$189,756

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$4,756
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.55%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 21, 2021
Closed on
Aug 16, 2021
Sold by
Callahan Alex M
Bought by
Wheatman Alan B and Wheatman Ruth A
Seller's Agent
Lisa Wescott
Homestead Realty, LLC
List Price
$169,000
Sold Price
$173,000
Premium/Discount to List
$4,000
2.37%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.65%
Original Mortgage
$138,400
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 24, 2020
Closed on
Sep 21, 2020
Sold by
Taylor Aaron L
Bought by
Callahan Alex M
Seller's Agent
Lisa Wescott
Homestead Realty, LLC
List Price
$139,900
Sold Price
$141,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,100
0.79%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
25.20%
Original Mortgage
$136,770
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 3, 2017
Closed on
May 3, 2018
Sold by
Callahan Jeffrey T and Callahan Tamara S
Bought by
Taylor Aaron L
Seller's Agent
Lisa Wescott
Homestead Realty, LLC
List Price
$139,900
Sold Price
$134,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-3.57%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.87%
Original Mortgage
$175,000
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $185,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $173,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $141,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $135,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $138,400 New Conventional
Previous Owner $136,770 New Conventional
Previous Owner $175,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/24/2025 09/24/25 Sold $185,000 -2.1% $96 / Sq Ft
08/06/2025 08/06/25 Pending -- -- --
07/31/2025 07/31/25 For Sale $189,000 +9.2% $98 / Sq Ft
08/18/2021 08/18/21 Sold $173,000 +2.4% $90 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/26/2021 06/26/21 Pending -- -- --
06/21/2021 06/21/21 For Sale $169,000 +19.9% $88 / Sq Ft
09/21/2020 09/21/20 Sold $141,000 +0.8% $73 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/31/2020 07/31/20 Pending -- -- --
07/24/2020 07/24/20 For Sale $139,900 +3.7% $72 / Sq Ft
05/04/2018 05/04/18 Sold $134,900 0.0% $76 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/29/2018 03/29/18 Off Market $134,900 -- --
02/20/2018 02/20/18 Price Changed $134,900 -3.6% $76 / Sq Ft
11/03/2017 11/03/17 For Sale $139,900 -- $79 / Sq Ft
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional Board of REALTORS®

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 $2,204 $180,320 $17,820 $162,500
2024 $2,204 $160,410 $17,820 $142,590
2023 $2,328 $160,410 $17,820 $142,590
2022 $2,352 $126,490 $14,850 $111,640
2021 $2,352 $126,490 $14,850 $111,640
2020 $2,658 $131,340 $8,910 $122,430
2019 $2,454 $122,690 $0 $0
2018 $2,096 $112,380 $0 $0
2017 $2,014 $100,920 $0 $0
2016 $1,986 $100,920 $0 $0
2015 $1,986 $0 $0 $0
2014 $1,904 $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northeast Iowa Regional Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: NBR20253649

Northeast Iowa Regional Board of REALTORS®

APN: 08-14-428-002

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