$248,000
SOLD SEP 25, 2025

1525 Rapids St Adel, IA 50003

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,040 Sq Ft
10,500 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$238 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

48 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Corner Lot
  • No HOA
  • Wood Fence
  • ADM Middle School Rated A-
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Gas Log Fireplace

About This Home

As of September 2025

Nestled in the heart of Adel, this sprawling split-level home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a 2-car attached garage, ideal for anyone seeking comfort and convenience. Step into this inviting home with hardwoods throughout the main level and upstairs. Living area open to the spacious kitchen and dining nook. Oversized primary bedroom plus 2 beds and full bath upstairs. The lower family room provides extra living space with a statement fireplace with built-ins and new flooring. Non-conforming bedroom/office, 3⁄4 bath and porch access complete this level. Additional basement space is available for storing all your essentials, play area or setting up a home gym. In the fenced backyard, the property features a two-car attached garage, an enclosed porch, 2 sheds, and plenty of space for pets or kids to roam. New 2020 HVAC, 2023 sump pump and dishwasher. Radon system installed. Just blocks from Adel Elementary.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Missy Pattee

RE/MAX Precision Listed on: 07/11/2025

RE/MAX Precision

Last Buyer's Agent

Rachelle Cochran

EXP Realty, LLC

EXP Realty, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,314

Year Built

  • Built in 1969

Lot Details

  • 10,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 75x140
  • Wood Fence
  • Corner Lot
  • Property is zoned Resdi

Home Design

  • Split Level Home
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,040 Sq Ft Home
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1130434001

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,314

Year Built

Built in 1969

Lot Details

10,500 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Split Level
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 245.19
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 238.46
  • Year Built: 1969
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1040
  • Total Sq Ft: 1040

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Fence Type: Wood
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 480
  • Garage: 2 Attached
  • 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: 0.2410
  • Lot S F: 10500
  • Lot Shape: Corner Lot
  • Lot Size: 75X140
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1130434001
  • Zoning: Resdi

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: 4314.00
  • Net Taxes: 4314.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Adel-Desoto-Minburn

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 11, 2025
Closed on
Sep 21, 2025
Sold by
Schneider Shannon Lynndel
Bought by
Ocken Kaye Lee and Ocken David J
Seller's Agent
Missy Pattee
RE/MAX Precision
Buyer's Agent
Rachelle Cochran
EXP Realty, LLC
List Price
$255,000
Sold Price
$248,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,000
-2.75%
Views
57
Current Estimated Value
$253,040

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$5,040
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.29%
Original Mortgage
$12,400
Outstanding Balance
$12,400
Interest Rate
6.58%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$240,640

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 10, 2018
Closed on
Feb 20, 2019
Sold by
Foster Rockne O and Foster Lindsey M
Bought by
Schneider Shannon Lynndel
Seller's Agent
Julianna Cullen
RE/MAX Precision
Buyer's Agent
Michael Martin
Des Moines Realty Group
List Price
$185,000
Sold Price
$178,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,000
-3.78%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.16%
Original Mortgage
$174,775
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 11, 2013
Closed on
Sep 17, 2013
Sold by
Sedars Brian J and Sedars Kathryn L
Bought by
Foster Rockno O and Foster Lindsey M
Seller's Agent
Nancy Bishop
Iowa Realty Co., Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Julianna Cullen
RE/MAX Precision
List Price
$163,500
Sold Price
$160,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,500
-2.14%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.99%
Original Mortgage
$162,250
Interest Rate
4.56%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 29, 2006
Sold by
Tapper Lee K and Tapper Delores A
Bought by
Sedars Brian J and Patten Kathryn L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$140,298
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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 $248,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $178,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $160,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $142,375 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $12,400 New Conventional
Open $243,508 FHA
Previous Owner $174,775 FHA
Previous Owner $162,250 VA
Previous Owner $140,298 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/25/2025 09/25/25 Sold $248,000 -2.7% $238 / Sq Ft
08/28/2025 08/28/25 Pending -- -- --
07/11/2025 07/11/25 For Sale $255,000 +43.3% $245 / Sq Ft
02/22/2019 02/22/19 Sold $178,000 -3.8% $171 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/22/2019 02/22/19 Pending -- -- --
12/10/2018 12/10/18 For Sale $185,000 +15.6% $178 / Sq Ft
09/23/2013 09/23/13 Sold $160,000 -2.1% $154 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/24/2013 08/24/13 Pending -- -- --
07/11/2013 07/11/13 For Sale $163,500 -- $157 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association 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 $4,314 $261,230 $40,160 $221,070
2024 $4,374 $248,530 $34,430 $214,100
2023 $4,374 $248,530 $34,430 $214,100
2022 $3,916 $219,230 $34,430 $184,800
2021 $3,916 $197,890 $34,430 $163,460
2020 $3,844 $184,050 $34,430 $149,620
2019 $3,390 $184,050 $34,430 $149,620
2018 $3,390 $166,990 $34,430 $132,560
2017 $2,888 $166,990 $34,430 $132,560
2016 $2,834 $146,330 $34,160 $112,170
2015 $2,842 $146,330 $0 $0
2014 $2,686 $133,160 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 722088

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 11-30-434-001

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