NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1546 Garfield Ave West Branch, IA 52358

Estimated Value: $365,000 - $424,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,376 Sq Ft
$294/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 08, 2024

Last sale price $400,000 $291 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,499/month

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Reverse Osmosis System
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wooded Lot
  • 12.14 Acre Lot
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of January 2024

Acreage Alert! This charming 3-bed, 3-bath ranch-style home is nestled on 12 acres of captivating land and invites you to embrace the beauty of nature. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or simply seeking a peaceful escape, this acreage offers a haven for deer, turkey, wildlife, and an impressive variety of timber, including walnut and oak trees. Privacy and tranquility are paramount, with 11.14 acres preserved as a forest sanctuary. The property also features a 40X30 insulated and heated pole building, perfect for storage or a workshop. Two additional sheds provide extra utility. The home is equipped with a new Generac whole-home generator, ensuring uninterrupted serenity in any weather, and the newer HVAC systems and roof enhance the overall functionality and longevity of the property. All this conveniently located on a hard surface road near Iowa City, West Branch, and Tipton, this retreat provides easy access to urban amenities while maintaining the allure of a private sanctuary. With the house ready for your personal touch and the land ready to be explored, seize the opportunity to make this idyllic retreat your own. Schedule your showing today and unlock the potential of this exceptional 12-acre oasis! This is an estate and is being sold AS IS.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dana Hansen

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 11/10/2023

RE/MAX Concepts

Last Buyer's Agent

Nonmember NONMEMBER

NONMEMBER

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,034

Year Built

  • Built in 1978

Lot Details

  • 12.14 Acre Lot
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Screened Porch

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Reverse Osmosis System

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Private Water Source
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Private or Community Septic Tank
  • Internet Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0150-10-19-151-001-0

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,034

Year Built

Built in 1978

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: SINGLE FAMILY/ACREAGE
  • Total Sq Ft: 1376
  • Owner Name L F Mi: Estate of Donald H Paul
  • Ownership Type: Acreage
  • Photo Code: Complete
  • Remarks: Accepted Offer with a 48 hour subject to sale clause.
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Tax Year Report: 2022
  • Directions: I-80 East to West Liberty Exit 259, turn north, and the property is 3 miles on the right.
  • Aging In Place Form: No
  • L O1 Dues Paid: y
  • Amenities: None
  • Basement Remarks: Full, Walkout, Unfinished, See Renmarks
  • Fireplace Type Location: In Living Room, In LL, Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove
  • Interior R: Other
  • Kitchen Breakfast R: Kit/Dining Rm Comb
  • Lot Description R: 5+ Acres, Wooded
  • Possession R: Immediate
  • Possible Finance R: 1031 Exchange, Cash, Conventional
  • Stories Style R: 2661
  • Remarks2: Acreage Alert! This charming 3-bed, 3-bath ranch-style home is nestled on 12 acres of captivating land and invites you to embrace the beauty of nature. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or simply seeking a peaceful escape, this acreage offers a haven for deer, turkey, wildlife, and an impressive variety of timber, including walnut and oak trees. Privacy and tranquility are paramount, with 11.14 acres preserved as a forest sanctuary. The property also features a 40X30 insulated and heated pole building, perfect for storage or a workshop. Two additional sheds provide extra utility. The home is equipped with a new Generac whole-home generator, ensuring uninterrupted serenity in any weather, and the newer HVAC systems and roof enhance the overall functionality and longevity of the property. All this conveniently located on a hard surface road near Iowa City, West Branch, and Tipton, this retreat provides easy access to urban amenities while maintaining the allure of a private sanctuary. With the house ready for your personal touch and the land ready to be explored, seize the opportunity to make this idyllic retreat your own. Schedule your showing today and unlock the potential of this exceptional 12-acre oasis! This is an estate and is being sold AS IS.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Number Bedrooms Main: 3
  • Sq Ft Above: 1136
  • Total Full Baths: 2
  • Total Half Baths: 1
  • Number of Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Lower Level Finished Sq Ft: 240
  • Laundry Location: Basement
  • Mstr Br Level: Main
  • Number of Fireplaces: 2
  • Number of Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame
  • ExteriorFeatures: Screen Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Spaces: 2 Cars

Utilities

  • Internet: Yes
  • Water Sewer: Private Water, Private Septic, Water Softener (Owned), Reverse Osmosis, 2662
  • Heating Cooling: Central, Steam/Hotwater

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: 12.14
  • Geo Subdivision: IA
  • Lot Dimensions: 12.14 Acres
  • Zoning: Residential

Tax Info

  • Gross Tax County City: 3028
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0150-10-19-151-001-0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 19, 2024
Sold by
Paul Donald H
Bought by
Harapat Michael A and Harapat Claire
Total Days on Market
14
Current Estimated Value
$404,610

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 14, 2024
Sold by
Paul Donald H
Bought by
Harapat Michael A and Harapat Claire

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 10, 2023
Closed on
Jan 4, 2024
Sold by
Paul Donald H
Bought by
Harapat Michael and Harapat Claire
Seller's Agent
Dana Hansen
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Nonmember NONMEMBER
NONMEMBER
List Price
$479,900
Sold Price
$400,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$79,900
-16.65%
Views
199

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.66%
Original Mortgage
$330,000
Interest Rate
7.22%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Harapat Michael A -- None Listed On Document
Harapat Michael A -- None Listed On Document
Harapat Michael $400,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Harapat Michael $330,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/08/2024 01/08/24 Sold $400,000 -11.1% $291 / Sq Ft
11/21/2023 11/21/23 Price Changed $449,900 -6.3% $327 / Sq Ft
11/10/2023 11/10/23 For Sale $479,900 -- $349 / 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 $3,034 $292,970 $92,400 $200,570
2023 $3,034 $273,240 $92,400 $180,840
2022 $3,012 $229,220 $67,500 $161,720
2021 $2,870 $229,220 $67,500 $161,720
2020 $2,790 $203,750 $60,000 $143,750
2019 $2,434 $198,560 $0 $0
2018 $2,380 $198,560 $0 $0
2017 $2,308 $175,890 $0 $0
2016 $2,700 $203,740 $0 $0
2015 $2,730 $203,740 $0 $0
2014 $2,730 $205,910 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 202305861

Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 0150-10-19-151-001-0