$140,000

211 2nd St Collins, IA 50055

Estimated payment $903/month

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

Highlights

  • Solar Power System
  • Porch
  • Shed
  • No HOA
  • Patio
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

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 License #B64375 Listed on: 07/29/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1883

Lot Details

  • 7,100 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x142
  • Property is zoned NA

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Interior Spaces

  • 1,172 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Sump Pump

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed
  • Porch

Additional Features

  • Solar Power System
  • 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

Year Built

Built in 1883

Lot Details

7,100 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.16
  • Lot Size: 50x142
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • Green Power: Solar
  • Year Built: 1883
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Range, Washer
  • Has Basement: Partial, Sump Pump
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Collins Maxwell

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7100.0
  • Parcel #: 1621160130
  • Zoning: NA

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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 $1,676 $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
07/29/2026 07/29/26 For Sale $140,000 -- $119 / Sq Ft
Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- Bc Law Firm Pa
Warranty Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

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: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 70863

APN: 16-21-160-130

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