$319,500
SOLD OCT 30, 2025

218 E Howard St Colfax, IA 50054

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,484 Sq Ft
0.29 Acres

Recently Sold

$129 Per Sq Ft

16% Below List Price

139 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • 1 Fireplace
  • 4-minute walk to Colfax Woman's Club Park

About This Home

As of October 2025

So much character & charm in this stunning 1925 Victorian home, bursting with personality and craftsmanship. This one-of-a-kind 2-story offers 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 4 car garage and over 2,400 SF of beautifully finished living space. From the moment you step inside, you’re greeted by a stunning entryway w/ rich hardwood floors & a grand open staircase framed by impressive oak trim. Enjoy 2 living areas; a formal living room featuring a cozy wood-burning fireplace & a relaxed family room, perfect for movie nights. The kitchen features SS appliances including a Kenmore Elite gas stove w/ hood, soft-close drawers/cabinets, Corian countertops, wall oven and heated tile floors. Laundry & 1⁄2 bath located off the kitchen. French doors off the kitchen lead to a handy prep area with additional cabinetry and then on to a bright 3-season sunroom, updated with new flooring, windows, and electric heat. Step outside to a new, oversized concrete patio, ideal for entertaining. Upstairs, you’ll find 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths, including a primary suite with a remodeled bathroom and an additional bath with an air-jet tub. Two staircases lead to the second floor, and a third takes you up to a finished attic, perfect as a 5th bedroom, office, or creative retreat. The walkout LL is partially finished w/ 2 non-conforming bedrooms, 3⁄4 bath, family room & workshop. This is a rare opportunity to own a meticulously maintained home filled with warmth, history, and modern updates. Truly a must-see!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Scott Myers

Century 21 Signature Listed on: 05/01/2025

Century 21 Signature

Co-Listed By

Molly Myers

Century 21 Signature

Last Buyer's Agent

OUTSIDE AGENT

OTHER

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,152

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 0.29 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 63x150

Parking

  • 4 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,484 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Family Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Partial Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1101333007

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,152

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Two Story
  • Architecture: Victorian
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 126.77
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 128.62
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Cable TV, Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Hardwood Floors, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 3
  • Partial Bath 2nd Floor: 2
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial, Walkout
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen, Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Other Rooms: 3 Season
  • Included Items: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2484
  • Total Sq Ft: 2484

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Foundation: Block, Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Garage: 4 Attached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2893
  • Lot S F: 12602
  • Lot Size: 63X150
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1101333007
  • Zoning: res

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: 5152.00
  • Net Taxes: 5152.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Colfax-Mingo

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 1, 2025
Closed on
Oct 29, 2025
Sold by
Williams Chesley and Williams Jessica
Bought by
Ruth Dayne A
Seller's Agent
Scott Myers
Century 21 Signature
Buyer's Agent
OUTSIDE AGENT
OTHER
List Price
$379,900
Sold Price
$319,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$60,400
-15.9%
Views
74

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-18.71%
Original Mortgage
$319,500
Outstanding Balance
$319,500
Interest Rate
6.26%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
-$9,774

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 26, 2017
Closed on
Aug 15, 2017
Sold by
Earles Richard L and Earles Kimberly S
Bought by
Williams Chesley and Williams Jessica
Seller's Agent
Scott Myers
Century 21 Signature
Buyer's Agent
Scott Myers
Century 21 Signature
List Price
$228,500
Sold Price
$220,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,500
-3.72%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.65%
Original Mortgage
$209,000
Interest Rate
3.96%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $319,500 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $319,500 VA
Previous Owner $209,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/30/2025 10/30/25 Sold $319,500 +1.5% $129 / Sq Ft
09/17/2025 09/17/25 Pending -- -- --
08/27/2025 08/27/25 Price Changed $314,900 -6.0% $127 / Sq Ft
07/31/2025 07/31/25 Price Changed $334,900 -4.3% $135 / Sq Ft
07/01/2025 07/01/25 Price Changed $350,000 -4.1% $141 / Sq Ft
05/29/2025 05/29/25 Price Changed $364,900 -3.9% $147 / Sq Ft
05/01/2025 05/01/25 For Sale $379,900 +72.7% $153 / Sq Ft
08/16/2017 08/16/17 Sold $220,000 -3.7% $89 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/16/2017 08/16/17 Pending -- -- --
04/26/2017 04/26/17 For Sale $228,500 -- $92 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines 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
2025 $5,120 $309,610 $18,020 $291,590
2024 $5,120 $279,230 $18,020 $261,210
2023 $5,152 $279,230 $18,020 $261,210
2022 $4,474 $222,540 $18,020 $204,520
2021 $5,142 $208,180 $18,020 $190,160
2020 $5,142 $224,110 $12,610 $211,500
2019 $4,910 $203,260 $0 $0
2018 $4,910 $149,240 $0 $0
2017 $3,500 $149,240 $0 $0
2016 $3,500 $149,240 $0 $0
2015 $3,474 $149,240 $0 $0
2014 $3,308 $149,240 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 717055

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 11-01-333-007