$590,000
SOLD MAY 9, 2025

1438 Franklin Ave West Branch, IA 52358

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,449 Sq Ft
9.1 Acres

Recently Sold

$241 Per Sq Ft

28 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Barn
  • Deck
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Reverse Osmosis System
  • Wooded Lot
  • Solarium

About This Home

As of May 2025

Beautiful acreage outside of West Branch with quick access to I-80. This 3 bedroom 2.5 bath farmhouse is full of smart updates. Recent updates include sunroom addition with mini-split; leveled floors between previous additions, tile throughout main living area, new carpet; updated bathrooms; updated kitchen with custom cabinetry, pot filler, stainless appliances, reverse osmosis, gas range/oven with pot filler. The enormous primary suite has access to one of the decks, ensuite bath with in-floor heat, and walk-in closet with laundry. All decks have been updated with composite decking and the front porch was added in 2024. The walk-out basement has been partially finished and the unfinished space boasts ample storage, laundry, and toilet. The garage/shop has in-floor heat, window air, water, additional half bath. 6.83 acres in Forest Reserve with significant present and future value in harvestable walnut trees. See attached appraisal for present and future value. Agent related to seller.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jonathan Fell

Skogman Realty Co. Listed on: 03/25/2025

Skogman Realty Co.

Last Buyer's Agent

Angie Longou

Skogman Realty Co.

Skogman Realty Co.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,450

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 9.1 Acre Lot
  • Sloped Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Private Yard

Parking

  • 3 Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Solarium

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Reverse Osmosis System

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Partial Basement
  • Sump Pump
  • Stone or Rock in Basement

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Appliances
  • Grid-tied solar system exports excess electricity

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop
  • Outbuilding
  • Porch

Schools

  • West Branch Elementary And Middle School
  • West Branch High School

Farming

  • Barn

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window
  • Private Water Source
  • Private or Community Septic Tank
  • Internet Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 015009131000070

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,450

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: SINGLE FAMILY/ACREAGE
  • Total Sq Ft: 2449
  • Homebuilder: Unknown
  • Owner Name L F Mi: Fell
  • Ownership Type: Acreage
  • Photo Code: Complete
  • Remarks: Buyer to verify schools. All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Agent related to seller.
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Tax Year Report: 2023
  • Directions: From I-80, take exit 259 toward West Liberty. Turn left onto Garfield Ave toward Springdale. At t-intersection stop sign, turn left onto 250th St. Turn right onto Franklin Ave. Continue for about 1/2 mile, home is on your right.
  • Aging In Place Form: No
  • L O1 Dues Paid: y
  • S O1 Dues Paid: y
  • Amenities: Other
  • Basement Remarks: Sump Pump, Stone, Finished, Partial, Walkout, Unfinished
  • Fireplace Type Location: None
  • Interior R: Foyer-Entrance
  • Kitchen Breakfast R: Breakfast Bar
  • Lot Description R: 5+ Acres, Private Backyard, Sloping, Wooded
  • Possession R: At Closing
  • Possible Finance R: Cash, Conventional
  • Stories Style R: 2 Story
  • Remarks2: Beautiful acreage outside of West Branch with quick access to I-80. This 3 bedroom 2.5 bath farmhouse is full of smart updates. Recent updates include sunroom addition with mini-split; leveled floors between previous additions, tile throughout main living area, new carpet; updated bathrooms; updated kitchen with custom cabinetry, pot filler, stainless appliances, reverse osmosis, gas range/oven with pot filler. The enormous primary suite has access to one of the decks, ensuite bath with in-floor heat, and walk-in closet with laundry. All decks have been updated with composite decking and the front porch was added in 2024. The walk-out basement has been partially finished and the unfinished space boasts ample storage, laundry, and toilet. The garage/shop has in-floor heat, window air, water, additional half bath. 6.83 acres in Forest Reserve with significant present and future value in harvestable walnut trees. See attached appraisal for present and future value. Agent related to seller.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Energy Efficient, Dishwasher, Icemaker Line, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Number Bedrooms Upper: 2
  • Number Bedrooms Main: 1
  • Sq Ft Above: 1969
  • Total Full Baths: 2
  • Total Half Baths: 1
  • Number of Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Lower Level Finished Sq Ft: 480
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Closet, Main
  • Mstr Br Level: Main
  • Number of Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame
  • ExteriorFeatures: Barn, Deck, Outbuildings, Porch, Workshop

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Spaces: 3 Cars

Utilities

  • Internet: Yes
  • Water Sewer: Private Water, Private Septic, Reverse Osmosis
  • Heating Cooling: Window/Wall Units, Central, Forced Air, Ductless Cooling/Heating

Schools

  • Elementary School: West Branch
  • Middle School: West Branch
  • High School: West Branch
  • High School: West Branch
  • Jr Middle School: West Branch
  • Elementary School: West Branch

Lot Info

  • Acreage: 9.1
  • Geo Subdivision: IA
  • Lot Dimensions: Irregular
  • Zoning: Residential

Green Features

  • Energy Generation: Grid-tied

Tax Info

  • Gross Tax County City: 4450
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 015009131000070

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 25, 2025
Closed on
May 6, 2025
Sold by
Fell Julie
Bought by
Cooper Michael A and Cooper Debra K
Seller's Agent
Jonathan Fell
Skogman Realty Co.
Buyer's Agent
Angie Longou
Skogman Realty Co.
List Price
$590,000
Sold Price
$590,000
Total Days on Market
28
Views
36

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-83.61%
Original Mortgage
$472,000
Outstanding Balance
$472,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$38,515

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 25, 2018
Closed on
Jun 3, 2018
Sold by
Beranek Timothy J and Beranek Jeannie M
Bought by
Fell Robbie and Fell Julie
Seller's Agent
Angie Longou
Skogman Realty Co.
Buyer's Agent
Angie Longou
Skogman Realty Co.
List Price
$299,000
Sold Price
$299,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.30%
Original Mortgage
$29,900
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $590,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $590,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $472,000 New Conventional
Closed $472,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $330,850 New Conventional
Previous Owner $74,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $29,900 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $250,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $50,385 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $200,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $216,000 Construction
Previous Owner $6,400 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $24,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/09/2025 05/09/25 Sold $590,000 0.0% $241 / Sq Ft
04/22/2025 04/22/25 Pending -- -- --
03/25/2025 03/25/25 For Sale $590,000 +97.3% $241 / Sq Ft
06/05/2018 06/05/18 Sold $299,000 0.0% $171 / Sq Ft
04/25/2018 04/25/18 Pending -- -- --
04/25/2018 04/25/18 For Sale $299,000 -- $171 / Sq Ft
Source: Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

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
2024 $4,450 $386,570 $103,650 $282,920
2023 $4,450 $372,870 $103,650 $269,220
2022 $4,074 $302,230 $71,720 $230,510
2021 $3,892 $302,230 $71,720 $230,510
2020 $3,730 $268,650 $63,750 $204,900
2019 $2,104 $161,540 $0 $0
2018 $2,102 $173,350 $0 $0
2017 $2,102 $156,620 $0 $0
2016 $2,084 $156,620 $0 $0
2015 $2,106 $156,620 $0 $0
2014 $2,106 $156,620 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 202501924

Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 0150-09-13-100-007-0