$270,000
SOLD JUL 24, 2025

305 E State St Baxter, IA 50028

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
1,463 Sq Ft
0.33 Acres

Recently Sold

$185 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

34 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Covered Deck
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Wood Flooring
  • Shades
  • Dining Area

About This Home

As of July 2025

Modern Upgrades meet Historic Charm in this move-in ready home in the heart of Baxter. This home has been beautifully updated inside and out. Featuring main floor laundry room, an open floorplan, large kitchen island, all new appliances including a GE double oven with convection, air frying, and Wifi, newer windows newer HVAC providing comfort on all levels of the home (no need for window units!), newer hardwood flooring and new carpeting in the finished area of the basement. Enjoy outside relaxation and entertaining on the large front porch or the covered back deck and gazebo overlooking in the meticulously planted and curated landscaping. Located in a peaceful neighborhood setting, this home provides the best of small-town rural living with the convenience of in-town services and amenities. The front porch swing, some of the deck furniture and handcrafted cedar planter boxes are included. Don't miss your chance to own this beautifully refreshed gem. Schedule your showing today.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tom Stender-Custer

Century 21 Signature Listed on: 05/23/2025

Century 21 Signature

Last Buyer's Agent

Stephanie Anania

RE/MAX Revolution

RE/MAX Revolution

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,568

Year Built

  • Built in 1919

Lot Details

  • 0.33 Acre Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Wood Fence

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,463 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Shades
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Dining Area
  • Basement Window Egress
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Gravel Driveway

Additional Features

  • Covered Deck
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0214330003

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,568

Year Built

Built in 1919

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Two Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 190.02
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 184.55
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1919
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Hardwood Floors, Shades/Shutters, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 2
  • Partial Bath 2nd Floor: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Egress Windows, Partial Finished
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1463
  • Total Sq Ft: 1463

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Covered Deck, Deck, Fully Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Wood
  • Foundation: Block, Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Asphalt
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete, Gravel
  • Garage: 1 Detached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 1

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.3260
  • Lot S F: 14200
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0214330003
  • 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: 3568.00
  • Net Taxes: 3568.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Baxter

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 23, 2025
Closed on
Jul 23, 2025
Sold by
Crouse Shelley Lynn and Battles Shelley L
Bought by
Bloyer Michael L
Seller's Agent
Tom Stender-Custer
Century 21 Signature
Buyer's Agent
Stephanie Anania
RE/MAX Revolution
List Price
$280,000
Sold Price
$270,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-3.57%
Views
28
Current Estimated Value
$268,698

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$1,302
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.07%
Original Mortgage
$54,000
Outstanding Balance
$48,736
Interest Rate
6.77%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$219,962

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 7, 2023
Sold by
Battles Timothy K
Bought by
Battles Shelley L

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 22, 2022
Closed on
Aug 29, 2022
Sold by
Baxter Property Management Llc
Bought by
Battles Shelley L and Battles Timothy K
Seller's Agent
Evan Corey
Real Estate Solutions
Buyer's Agent
Tom Stender-Custer
Century 21 Signature
List Price
$220,000
Sold Price
$220,000
Views
5

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.15%
Original Mortgage
$187,000
Interest Rate
5.54%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 29, 2019
Sold by
Shepley Jeff and Shepley Traci
Bought by
Hicks Cheri

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$161,986
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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 $270,000 None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $220,000 --
Warranty Deed $165,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $54,000 New Conventional
Open $216,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $187,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $161,986 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/24/2025 07/24/25 Sold $270,000 -2.9% $185 / Sq Ft
06/26/2025 06/26/25 Pending -- -- --
06/19/2025 06/19/25 Price Changed $278,000 -0.7% $190 / Sq Ft
05/23/2025 05/23/25 For Sale $280,000 +27.3% $191 / Sq Ft
08/31/2022 08/31/22 Sold $220,000 0.0% $150 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/27/2022 07/27/22 Pending -- -- --
07/22/2022 07/22/22 For Sale $220,000 -- $150 / 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 $3,576 $221,230 $25,500 $195,730
2024 $3,576 $200,440 $25,500 $174,940
2023 $3,568 $200,440 $25,500 $174,940
2022 $2,504 $119,860 $25,500 $94,360
2021 $2,300 $112,480 $25,500 $86,980
2020 $2,300 $97,200 $12,310 $84,890
2019 $1,726 $83,950 $0 $0
2018 $1,726 $83,950 $0 $0
2017 $1,690 $83,950 $0 $0
2016 $1,690 $84,210 $0 $0
2015 $1,656 $84,210 $0 $0
2014 $1,648 $84,210 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 718863

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 02-14-330-003