$230,000
SOLD AUG 26, 2022

311 N Downey St West Branch, IA 52358

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,029 Sq Ft
0.5 Acres

Recently Sold

$113 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

62 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Solarium
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • 4-minute walk to Herbert Hoover National Historic Site

About This Home

As of August 2022

This turn of the century 2000+ sq ft charmer on a double lot (at just over half an acre) near the heart of historic West Branch is a true treasure! Just one block from downtown shopping and restaurants and close to schools, daycare center and grocery store It has been updated and maintained using modern technology and materials to help ensure energy efficiency and comfort. Three different heat source options for your comfort! So many beautiful surprises emerging from the extensive landscaping. Enjoy a summer evening around the firepit while the pets and kids enjoy the huge yard and space to run! Start your 2022 garden in the LARGE plot that has been tilled annually, and start off the harvest each Spring with your own established asparagus bed! Large shed with attached dog kennel dog door. Completely remodeled studio space in the lower level with exterior access,• Kitchen addition has vaulted ceilings with skylight, custom cherry cabinets, and woodwork including unique passthrough window, all updated plumbing and electrical including panel• Tankless on demand gas water heater with home water filtration system and added Eddy system for helping with mineral built up. Water heater replaced in 2018.... Way too many incredible attributes to appreciate without seeing it in person! Come have the opportunity to see for yourself what an incredible property this truly is! Small town living with big-time space!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Emilie Walsh

Keller Williams Legacy Group Listed on: 06/04/2022

Keller Williams Legacy Group

Last Buyer's Agent

Jenna Poch

Urban Acres Real Estate

Urban Acres Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,646

Year Built

  • Built in 1914

Lot Details

  • 0.5 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 148x150
  • Garden

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space

Home Design

  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Solarium

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Upstairs

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump
  • Block Basement Construction
  • Stone or Rock in Basement
  • Laundry in Basement

Location

  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • West Branch Elementary And Middle School
  • West Branch High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Internet Available

Additional Features

  • Grid-tied solar system exports excess electricity
  • Shed

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 050013053510090

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,646

Year Built

Built in 1914

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: SINGLE FAMILY/ACREAGE
  • Total Sq Ft: 2029
  • Homebuilder: Unknown
  • Owner Name L F Mi: Becker
  • Ownership Type: Single Family
  • Photo Code: Complete
  • Year Built: 1914
  • Tax Year Report: 2021
  • Subdivision: Unknown
  • Directions: I-80 to West Branch exit, North to four way stop, east on main, north on downey, house on the right side.
  • L O1 Dues Paid: y
  • S O1 Dues Paid: y
  • Amenities: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Close to Shopping, Close to School
  • Basement Remarks: Block, Sump Pump, Stone, Full, Walkout
  • Fireplace Type Location: In Great/Family Room, In Living Room, In Primary Bedroom, Gas, Wood Burning
  • Interior R: Other
  • Kitchen Breakfast R: Breakfast Area
  • Lot Description R: .5-1 Acre
  • Possession R: At Closing, Immediate, Negotiable
  • Possible Finance R: Cash, Conventional
  • Stories Style R: 2 Story
  • Remarks2: This turn of the century 2000+ sq ft charmer on a double lot (at just over half an acre) near the heart of historic West Branch is a true treasure! Just one block from downtown shopping and restaurants and close to schools, daycare center and grocery store It has been updated and maintained using modern technology and materials to help ensure energy efficiency and comfort. Three different heat source options for your comfort! So many beautiful surprises emerging from the extensive landscaping. Enjoy a summer evening around the firepit while the pets and kids enjoy the huge yard and space to run! Start your 2022 garden in the LARGE plot that has been tilled annually, and start off the harvest each Spring with your own established asparagus bed! Large shed with attached dog kennel dog door. Completely remodeled studio space in the lower level with exterior access,• Kitchen addition has vaulted ceilings with skylight, custom cherry cabinets, and woodwork including unique passthrough window, all updated plumbing and electrical including panel• Tankless on demand gas water heater with home water filtration system and added Eddy system for helping with mineral built up. Water heater replaced in 2018.... Way too many incredible attributes to appreciate without seeing it in person! Come have the opportunity to see for yourself what an incredible property this truly is! Small town living with big-time space!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Number Bedrooms Upper: 2
  • Number Bedrooms Main: 1
  • Sq Ft Above: 1804
  • Total Full Baths: 1
  • Total Half Baths: 1
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Lower Level Finished Sq Ft: 225
  • Laundry Location: Basement, Laundry Room
  • Mstr Br Level: Upper
  • Mstr Br Width: 11
  • Number of Fireplaces: 3
  • Number of Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame
  • ExteriorFeatures: Garden Area, Shed

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Spaces: 1 Car

Utilities

  • Internet: Yes
  • Water Sewer: City Sewer, City Water
  • Heating Cooling: Electric, Central, Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Fees Include: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: West Branch
  • Middle School: West Branch
  • High School: West Branch
  • High School: West Branch
  • Jr Middle School: West Branch
  • Elementary School: West Branch

Lot Info

  • Acreage: 0.5
  • Geo Subdivision: IA
  • Lot Dimensions: 148X150
  • Zoning: Residential

Green Features

  • Energy Generation: Grid-tied

Tax Info

  • Gross Tax County City: 3284
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 050013053510090

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 4, 2022
Closed on
Aug 26, 2022
Sold by
Becker Samuel S and Becker Jenny K
Bought by
Jahnke Tamara S
Seller's Agent
Emilie Walsh
Keller Williams Legacy Group
Buyer's Agent
Jenna Poch
Urban Acres Real Estate
List Price
$235,000
Sold Price
$230,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-2.13%
Views
46
Current Estimated Value
$260,389

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$30,389
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.37%
Original Mortgage
$207,000
Outstanding Balance
$199,484
Interest Rate
5.51%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$60,905

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 30, 2014
Closed on
Sep 15, 2014
Sold by
Boland David R and England Michele R
Bought by
Becker Samuel S and Becker Jenny K
Seller's Agent
Gloria Escarza
Edge Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Helen Fawcett
Cornerstone Real Estate Consultants
List Price
$165,000
Sold Price
$165,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.27%
Original Mortgage
$168,367
Interest Rate
4.11%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $230,000 --
Warranty Deed $165,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $207,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $198,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $150,084 New Conventional
Previous Owner $168,367 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/26/2022 08/26/22 Sold $230,000 -2.1% $113 / Sq Ft
06/04/2022 06/04/22 For Sale $235,000 +42.4% $116 / Sq Ft
09/15/2014 09/15/14 Sold $165,000 0.0% $79 / Sq Ft
09/02/2014 09/02/14 Pending -- -- --
07/30/2014 07/30/14 For Sale $165,000 -- $79 / Sq Ft
Source: Iowa City 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 $3,646 $222,700 $45,970 $176,730
2023 $3,646 $217,200 $45,970 $171,230
2022 $3,258 $177,410 $42,690 $134,720
2021 $3,284 $177,410 $42,690 $134,720
2020 $3,176 $170,840 $36,120 $134,720
2019 $2,624 $152,360 $0 $0
2018 $2,564 $152,360 $0 $0
2017 $2,564 $160,900 $0 $0
2016 $2,886 $160,900 $0 $0
2015 $2,688 $149,940 $0 $0
2014 $2,688 $149,940 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Emilie Walsh

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Emilie Walsh

    Keller Williams Legacy Group

    (319) 936-2073

    109 Total Sales

    Emilie Walsh
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  • Jenna Poch

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Jenna Poch

    Urban Acres Real Estate

    (319) 325-7569

    39 Total Sales

    Jenna Poch
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  • Gloria Escarza

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Gloria Escarza

    Edge Realty Group

    (319) 330-4683

    44 Total Sales

    Gloria Escarza
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    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Helen Fawcett

    Cornerstone Real Estate Consultants

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Map

Source: Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 202203341

Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 0500-13-05-351-009-0

Iowa Cedar County West Branch 52358

311 N Downey St, West Branch, IA

This home is located at 311 N Downey St, West Branch, IA 52358 and is currently priced at $230,000, approximately $113 per square foot. This property was built in 1914. 311 N Downey St is a home located in Cedar County with nearby schools including Hoover Elementary School, West Branch Middle School, and West Branch High School.

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