$205,000
SOLD JUL 22, 2026

311 3rd Ave Melbourne, IA 50162

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,505 Sq Ft
0.33 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 22, 2026

$136 Per Sq Ft

10% Below List Price

78 Days on Market

About This Home

As of July 2026

Welcome to this charming and well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in a great small-town location with convenient highway access between Marshalltown and Des Moines. This home offers the perfect balance of quiet living while still being an easy commute to nearby cities. Inside, you’ll find a comfortable layout with main-floor laundry and numerous updates throughout. All three bedrooms are located upstairs and are generously sized, with plenty of storage space to keep everything organized. One of the standout features of this property is the impressive 40x32 shop with a loft—ideal for a workshop, hobbies, additional storage, or the ultimate project space. Step outside and enjoy the great back deck, perfect for relaxing evenings, grilling, or entertaining guests. Homes with this much space, storage, and a large shop don’t come along often—schedule your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Samantha Vance

1st Rate Real Estate License #*** Listed on: 03/10/2026

Last Buyer's Agent

Kayleen Wills

1st Rate Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Parking

  • 4

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Additional Features

  • Partial Basement
  • Forced Air Heating System

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0.33 Acres

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NOC28400
  • Inclusions: All kitchen appliances
  • Subdivision Name: LAMARS ADD
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1505
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Basement: Partial, Unfinished

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Other Structures: Garage(s)

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached, Detached Garage, RV Access/Parking

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: .33 acres
  • Lot Size Units: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 7, 2020
Closed on
Feb 5, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Kristin Polley
Five Star Real Estate Group
List Price
$139,900
Sold Price
$137,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,900
-2.07%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.84%
Original Mortgage
$127,000
Outstanding Balance
$110,852
Interest Rate
2.65%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$106,864
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $137,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $127,000 VA
Previous Owner $66,400 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $85,200 New Conventional
Previous Owner $7,550 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $96,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/22/2026 07/22/26 Sold $205,000 -6.8% $136 / Sq Ft
05/27/2026 05/27/26 Pending -- -- --
04/11/2026 04/11/26 Price Changed $220,000 -3.9% $146 / Sq Ft
03/10/2026 03/10/26 For Sale $229,000 +67.2% $152 / Sq Ft
02/08/2021 02/08/21 Sold $137,000 -2.1% $78 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/11/2021 01/11/21 Pending -- -- --
11/07/2020 11/07/20 For Sale $139,900 +68.6% $80 / Sq Ft
08/26/2019 08/26/19 Sold $83,000 -7.7% $47 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/26/2019 07/26/19 Pending -- -- --
06/28/2019 06/28/19 For Sale $89,900 -- $51 / Sq Ft
Source: NoCoast MLS

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 $1,884 $171,790 $8,440 $163,350
2024 $1,884 $147,890 $8,440 $139,450
2023 $1,662 $194,280 $8,440 $185,840
2022 $1,630 $107,970 $8,440 $99,530
2021 $1,754 $107,970 $8,440 $99,530
2020 $1,754 $98,520 $8,440 $90,080
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: NoCoast MLS

MLS Number: NOC6336212

NoCoast MLS

APN: 8219-06-428-005

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