1528 8th Ave Grinnell, IA 50112
Estimated payment $1,325/month
Total Views
2,072
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,072
Sq Ft
$184
Price per Sq Ft
About This Home
Welcome to this inviting 3 bedroom home offering a comfortable and convenient lifestyle in the heart of Grinnell. With a full bathroom on the main floor and an additional half bath in the unfinished lower level, this property offers practical functionality for any household. The contemporary kitchen opens to a dining room and is perfect for gatherings and meals, while new flooring installed in 2025 enhances the modern feel throughout the living areas. A large walkup unfinished attic bonus room provides endless potential for additional living space or storage. The oversized 0.3 acre lot is beautifully complemented by mature trees and a partially fenced backyard, offering both privacy and room to roam. New roof and gutters installed in 2023 provide peace of mind, and the radon mitigation system added the same year further ensures a safe environment. This home sits directly across from Fairview Elementary, with contiguous sidewalks connecting the neighborhood to the wider NE Grinnell area, making it easy to walk to schools and community amenities. Located just two blocks from the Ahrens Park complex and two and a half blocks from Grinnell College, this property places you at the center of it all, blending charm, functionality and location in one appealing package.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,592
Year Built
- Built in 1952
Parking
- 1
Additional Features
- Partial Basement
- Forced Air Heating System
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $2,592 | $157,350 | $36,200 | $121,150 |
| 2023 | $2,312 | $157,350 | $36,200 | $121,150 |
| 2022 | $2,290 | $131,150 | $29,840 | $101,310 |
| 2021 | $2,290 | $123,730 | $28,150 | $95,580 |
| 2020 | $1,912 | $107,070 | $28,150 | $78,920 |
| 2019 | $1,944 | $107,070 | $28,150 | $78,920 |
| 2018 | $1,908 | $107,070 | $28,150 | $78,920 |
| 2017 | $1,952 | $107,070 | $28,150 | $78,920 |
| 2016 | $1,746 | $107,070 | $28,150 | $78,920 |
| 2015 | $1,746 | $97,170 | $24,760 | $72,410 |
| 2014 | $1,746 | $97,170 | $24,760 | $72,410 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/28/2025 05/28/25 | For Sale | $197,500 | +21.5% | $184 / Sq Ft |
| 09/15/2022 09/15/22 | Sold | $162,500 | 0.0% | $152 / Sq Ft |
| 08/10/2022 08/10/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/10/2022 08/10/22 | For Sale | $162,500 | -- | $152 / Sq Ft |
Source: NoCoast MLS
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $129,750 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $121,875 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $60,350 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $89,320 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
About the Listing Agent
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: NOC6328054
APN: 180-0559000
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