$140,000
PENDING

211 2nd St Collins, IA 50055

Estimated payment $916/month

Total Views 805
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,172 Sq Ft
$119 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Solar Power System
  • No HOA
  • Fenced Yard
  • Collins-Maxwell Elementary School Rated 9+
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Eat-In Kitchen

About This Home

Energy-efficient living meets small-town charm! This well-maintained 11⁄2-story home features 3 bedrooms, a detached 2-car garage, storage shed, and a large privacy-fenced backyard with plenty of space to relax, entertain, or play. Enjoy your morning coffee on the covered front porch or unwind on the back patio, creating the perfect outdoor spaces to enjoy throughout the seasons. Inside, you'll appreciate the abundance of natural light that fills the home with a warm and inviting atmosphere. One of the home's most impressive features is the solar panel system, which will be fully paid off by the seller at closing--allowing the next owner to enjoy the potential for lower utility costs with no solar loan or lease to assume. It's a valuable bonus you'll be able to ap preciate for years to come! Be sure to ask about the energy-saving benefits. Thoughtful updates provide added peace of mind, including a new roof (2024), new central air conditioner (2020), and new furnace (2017). Whether you're looking for your first home, your next home, or simply a property with long-term value, this one checks all the boxes. Conveniently located with an easy commute to Ames, Ankeny, Des Moines, Nevada, and surrounding communities, you'll enjoy the charm of small-town living while staying close to major employers, shopping, dining, and entertainment. Don't miss this opportunity to own a home that combines comfort, efficiency, and lasting value--call today for your private showing!

Listing Agent

Amanda Nichols

iHome Realty Listed on: 07/29/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,675

Year Built

  • Built in 1883

Lot Details

  • 7,100 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x142
  • Fenced Yard
  • Wood Fence

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Cement Board or Planked

Interior Spaces

  • 1,172 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Dining Area
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Additional Features

  • Solar Power System
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1621160130

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,675

Year Built

Built in 1883

Lot Details

7,100 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 119.45
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Year Built: 1883
  • Special Features: UnderContract
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: See Remarks
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas, Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Dryer, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1172
  • Total Sq Ft: 1172

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Cement Board-Hard Board
  • Exterior Features: Covered Patio
  • Fence Type: Fully Fenced Yard, Wood
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: 2 Detached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1630
  • Lot S F: 7100
  • Lot Size: 50x142
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1621160130

Green Features

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

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 1675.18
  • Net Taxes: 1676.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Collins-Maxwell

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Tax History

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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 $1,656 $99,900 $10,000 $89,900
2024 $1,696 $94,600 $8,800 $85,800
2023 $1,380 $94,600 $8,800 $85,800
2022 $1,406 $73,700 $7,500 $66,200
2021 $1,364 $73,700 $7,500 $66,200
2020 $1,326 $68,100 $6,300 $61,800
2019 $1,326 $68,100 $6,300 $61,800
2018 $1,174 $62,700 $7,500 $55,200
2017 $1,174 $62,700 $7,500 $55,200
2016 $926 $56,800 $7,500 $49,300
2015 $926 $56,800 $7,500 $49,300
2014 $948 $57,400 $7,500 $49,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/05/2026 08/05/26 Pending -- -- --
07/29/2026 07/29/26 For Sale $140,000 -- $119 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- Bc Law Firm Pa
Warranty Deed -- --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $88,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $59,850 New Conventional
Previous Owner $9,125 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 746279

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 16-21-160-130

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