$235,000
SOLD JUL 16, 2025

226 Columbia Cir Waterloo, IA 50701

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,078 Sq Ft
7,275 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$113 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

49 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Outdoor Storage
  • No HOA
  • Formal Dining Room
  • 4-minute walk to Hope Martin Memorial Park

About This Home

As of July 2025

Welcome to 226 Columbia Circle—a charming and well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1.5 bathroom home nestled in a peaceful Waterloo neighborhood. This home offers warmth, comfort, and functionality, perfect for first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone seeking easy living.

NEW roof before closing!!

Step inside to find a bright and inviting living space with large windows that fill the home with natural light. The updated kitchen features ample cabinetry and countertop space, flowing seamlessly into a cozy dining area—ideal for everyday meals or entertaining guests.

Each of the three bedrooms offers comfortable living quarters with nice closet space and neutral finishes. A clean and updated full bathroom completes the main level. The lower level offers additional potential with space for a rec room, workout area, or storage.

Outside, enjoy a covered patio & generous yard with mature trees. Perfect for relaxing or summer barbecues. With an attached garage and convenient location near parks, schools, and shopping, this home has everything you need.

Don’t miss your chance to own this charming gem—schedule your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carrie Phelps

Real Broker, LLC Listed on: 04/15/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

OUTSIDE AGENT

OTHER

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,367

Year Built

  • Built in 1941

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,078 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Outdoor Storage

Additional Features

  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 891334202010

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,367

Year Built

Built in 1941

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Two Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 117.90
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 113.09
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Direct Vent Gas
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Other Rooms: 3 Season
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2078
  • Total Sq Ft: 2078

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Covered Patio, Exterior Storage Shed, Fully Fenced Yard
  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: 1 Attached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: West Central Community

Green Features

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

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 891334202010
  • Zoning: R

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 3366.86
  • Net Taxes: 3157.68

MLS Schools

  • School District: West Central Community

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 15, 2025
Closed on
Jul 15, 2025
Sold by
Wiese Rhonda A
Bought by
Beirnes Cole H and Beirnes Holly J
Seller's Agent
Carrie Phelps
Real Broker, LLC
Buyer's Agent
OUTSIDE AGENT
OTHER
List Price
$255,000
Sold Price
$235,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-7.84%
Views
161

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-6.97%
Original Mortgage
$39,950
Outstanding Balance
$34,818
Interest Rate
6.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$196,475

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 13, 2021
Sold by
Hood Alex David and Hood Kayla K
Bought by
Wiese Rhonda A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$151,920
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 22, 2020
Closed on
Jun 1, 2020
Sold by
Weller Derek S and Weller Manda
Bought by
Hood Alex David and Hood Kayla K
Seller's Agent
Amy Wienands
AWRE, EXP Realty, LLC
List Price
$169,900
Sold Price
$167,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,900
-1.71%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.30%
Original Mortgage
$150,300
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 27, 2017
Closed on
Sep 22, 2017
Sold by
Rosonke Duane J and Rosonke Kristy M
Bought by
Weller Derek S
Seller's Agent
Luke Bartlett
Oakridge Real Estate
List Price
$159,900
Sold Price
$155,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-3.06%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.80%
Original Mortgage
$15,500
Interest Rate
3.86%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 2017
Sold by
Western Home Independent Living Services
Bought by
Fridley Betty

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 19, 2014
Sold by
Wittmayer Adam J and Wittmayer Amanda W
Bought by
Rosonke Duane J and Rosonke Kristy M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$29,500
Interest Rate
4.41%
Mortgage Type
Closed End Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 15, 2007
Sold by
The Estate Mildred I Coughlin
Bought by
Wittmayer Adam J and Wittmayer Amanda M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$91,100
Interest Rate
6.31%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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 $235,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $190,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $167,000 None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Deed $263,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $148,000 None Available
Legal Action Court Order $121,500 Title Services Corporation
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $39,950 New Conventional
Open $188,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $151,920 New Conventional
Previous Owner $150,300 New Conventional
Previous Owner $15,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $29,500 Closed End Mortgage
Previous Owner $118,300 Closed End Mortgage
Previous Owner $91,100 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/16/2025 07/16/25 Sold $235,000 -4.1% $113 / Sq Ft
06/03/2025 06/03/25 Pending -- -- --
04/26/2025 04/26/25 Price Changed $245,000 -3.9% $118 / Sq Ft
04/15/2025 04/15/25 For Sale $255,000 +52.7% $123 / Sq Ft
06/05/2020 06/05/20 Sold $167,000 -1.7% $80 / Sq Ft
04/24/2020 04/24/20 Pending -- -- --
04/22/2020 04/22/20 For Sale $169,900 +9.6% $82 / Sq Ft
09/22/2017 09/22/17 Sold $155,000 -3.1% $90 / Sq Ft
07/30/2017 07/30/17 Pending -- -- --
06/27/2017 06/27/17 For Sale $159,900 -- $93 / 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
2024 $3,432 $168,450 $21,600 $146,850
2023 $3,098 $168,450 $21,600 $146,850
2022 $3,572 $149,960 $21,600 $128,360
2021 $3,502 $149,960 $21,600 $128,360
2020 $3,448 $147,080 $18,720 $128,360
2019 $3,042 $147,080 $18,720 $128,360
2018 $3,042 $147,080 $18,720 $128,360
2017 $3,042 $145,190 $18,720 $126,470
2016 $3,096 $145,190 $18,720 $126,470
2015 $3,096 $145,190 $18,720 $126,470
2014 $3,002 $138,530 $18,720 $119,810
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 715695

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 8913-34-202-010