$297,000

1324 Main St Grinnell, IA 50112

Estimated payment $1,916/month

Total Views 399
5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,186 Sq Ft
$136 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Wood Flooring
  • Screened Porch
  • Dining Area

About This Home

A classic four square, 2,182 sq ft (first two floors) plus another 462 sq ft of living space on the 3rd floor, single family home located in Grinnell's historic neighborhood, built in 1900. The home includes major updates on both floors. The kitchen and dining room spaces were reimagined creating an open kitchen, dining, and living space. An updated, east facing, all weather deck is located off the dining area, and takes you into the backyard and detached garage. The kitchen includes a nice island with granite counter tops, maple cabinets, and tile flooring. There is a living room at the front of the house as you enter and features hardwood floors. The 2nd floor includes a primary suite with a full bath. There are 2 additional bedrooms with another full bathroom. The 3rd floor includes 2 additional bedrooms and a one-half bath. The 2nd floor bedroom windows on the west and south sides were replaced in the fall of 2023. Other windows have been replaced over the years. The front porch was rebuilt in 2008. Front composite steps new in 2022. The roof was new in April 2024. The water heater is new January 2026. The basement is unfinished but appears to be in good condition. Laundry is located in the basement. The basement offers great potential and storage. There is a nice 2 car detached garage at the back of the property with an attached workshop 3/season room, accessed from 9th Ave. The property is located 2 blocks from Grinnell College and 2 1/2 blocks from Grinnell's downtown.

Listing Agent

Kevin Kolbe

Ramsey Weeks Real Estate Listed on: 01/05/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,368

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,186 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Dining Area
  • Screened Porch
  • Natural lighting in basement
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Gravel Driveway

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • 0.28 Acre Lot
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1800480000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,368

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Two Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 135.86
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Hardwood Floors, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Third Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Daylight Window
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Family Room: None
  • Other Rooms: See Remarks
  • Included Items: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2186
  • Total Sq Ft: 2186

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Screened Porch
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak, Paint, Pine

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete, Gravel
  • Garage Sq Ft: 714
  • Garage: 2 Detached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2841
  • Lot S F: 12375
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1800480000
  • Zoning: R

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 4368.00
  • Net Taxes: 4198.00
  • Tax Year: 2026

MLS Schools

  • School District: GrinnellNewburg

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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 $4,198 $271,310 $30,900 $240,410
2024 $4,150 $262,500 $34,760 $227,740
2023 $4,054 $262,500 $34,760 $227,740
2022 $4,016 $223,230 $28,660 $194,570
2021 $4,016 $210,600 $27,040 $183,560
2020 $3,398 $183,450 $27,040 $156,410
2019 $3,452 $183,450 $27,040 $156,410
2018 $3,390 $183,450 $27,040 $156,410
2017 $3,466 $183,450 $27,040 $156,410
2016 $3,526 $183,450 $27,040 $156,410
2015 $3,526 $187,270 $26,150 $161,120
2014 $3,524 $187,270 $26,150 $161,120
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/05/2026 01/05/26 For Sale $297,000 -- $136 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Kevin Kolbe

Ramsey Weeks Real Estate

(641) 298-6256

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Kevin joined Ramsey-Weeks as a full-time real estate sales agent in March 2003 and is currently the managing real estate broker and Vice President of Real Estate for Ramsey-Weeks.

Kevin graduated from the University of Northern Iowa in 1982 with a degree in Psychology and Secondary Education. Kevin, along with his wife Susan, have called Grinnell home since 1985.

He brings twenty-five years of professional sales experience to Ramsey-Weeks. “Successful selling begins with sincere

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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 732252

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 180-0480000