308 Elder St Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Lincoln-Fairview Neighborhood
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,612
Sq Ft
7,405
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- No HOA
- Porch
- Walk-In Closet
- Formal Dining Room
- Covered Deck
- Patio
About This Home
As of June 2025This beautifully updated 2-story home combines classic charm with modern touches. The main floor greets you with a spacious, welcoming covered porch, leading into a comfortable living room, a formal dining area, and a custom kitchen outfitted with stainless steel appliances that stay with the home. You'll also find a convenient main-floor laundry with a stackable washer and dryer, and a large half bath.Upstairs, there's a bright primary bedroom, along with two additional bedrooms and a fully updated bath. Recent upgrades include newer windows, roof, gutters, and flooring. The usable basement offers great potential for additional storage or projects. Outdoors, enjoy a large back patio, a storage shed, and alley access that leads directly to the backyard. This home is move-in ready
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Heartland Properties License #S45132000 Listed on: 11/07/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,820
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 47x51x155x155
Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Frame Construction
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,612 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Unfinished Basement
- Partial Basement
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Electric Range
- <<microwave>>
- Dishwasher
- Built-In or Custom Kitchen Cabinets
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Walk-In Closet
- 1.5 Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Washer and Dryer Hookup
Outdoor Features
- Covered Deck
- Patio
- Storage Shed
- Porch
Schools
- Lewis & Clark Elementary School
- Gerald W Kirn Middle School
- Abraham Lincoln High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Gas Available
- Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 21, 2025
Closed on
Jun 20, 2025
Sold by
Kugler Gary D and Will Dennis P
Bought by
Esquivel Lourdes Mariel Castr
Seller's Agent
Parker Smith
BHHS Ambassador - CB
Buyer's Agent
Michael Garcia-Cuervo
BHHS Ambassador Real Estate
List Price
$177,500
Sold Price
$186,500
Premium/Discount to List
$9,000
5.07%
Views
28
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-76.61%
Original Mortgage
$9,325
Outstanding Balance
$9,325
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$161,607
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 7, 2024
Closed on
Dec 13, 2024
Sold by
Glaidous Aman and Hamid Aman
Bought by
Kugler Gary D and Will Dennis P
Seller's Agent
Haifa Drummey
Heartland Properties
Buyer's Agent
Haifa Drummey
Heartland Properties
List Price
$159,900
Sold Price
$147,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,400
-7.75%
Views
69
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
55.68%
Original Mortgage
$110,309
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 23, 2012
Sold by
Habitat For Humanity Of Council Bluffs
Bought by
Hamid Aman and Fas Amel
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,000
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 3, 2009
Sold by
Liberty Bank Fsb
Bought by
Habitat For Humanity
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $186,500 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $147,500 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $147,500 | None Listed On Document | |
| Corporate Deed | $95,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $61,000 | Clear Title & Abstract Llc |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $9,325 | New Conventional | |
| Open | $180,275 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $110,309 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $2,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $4,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $45,156 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $25,000 | Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/27/2025 06/27/25 | Sold | $186,500 | +5.1% | $116 / Sq Ft |
| 05/23/2025 05/23/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/21/2025 05/21/25 | For Sale | $177,500 | +20.3% | $110 / Sq Ft |
| 12/16/2024 12/16/24 | Sold | $147,500 | -7.8% | $92 / Sq Ft |
| 11/25/2024 11/25/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/07/2024 11/07/24 | For Sale | $159,900 | -- | $99 / Sq Ft |
Source: Southwest Iowa Association of Realtors®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $2,820 | $151,900 | $23,600 | $128,300 |
| 2023 | $2,820 | $151,900 | $23,600 | $128,300 |
| 2022 | $2,582 | $119,000 | $22,500 | $96,500 |
| 2021 | $3,607 | $119,000 | $22,500 | $96,500 |
| 2020 | $2,034 | $90,700 | $14,296 | $76,404 |
| 2019 | $2,112 | $90,700 | $14,296 | $76,404 |
| 2018 | $2,068 | $90,700 | $14,296 | $76,404 |
| 2017 | $2,096 | $90,700 | $14,296 | $76,404 |
| 2015 | $2,044 | $90,700 | $14,296 | $76,404 |
| 2014 | $2,048 | $90,700 | $14,296 | $76,404 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Parker Smith
P
Seller's Agent in 2025
Parker Smith
BHHS Ambassador - CB
(402) 212-8895
5 in this area
114 Total Sales
-
Michael Garcia-Cuervo
M
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Michael Garcia-Cuervo
BHHS Ambassador Real Estate
(712) 574-4744
1 in this area
29 Total Sales
-
Haifa Drummey
Seller's Agent in 2024
Haifa Drummey
Heartland Properties
(402) 677-1804
2 in this area
109 Total Sales
Map
Source: Southwest Iowa Association of Realtors®
MLS Number: 24-2222
APN: 7544-25-407-013
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