$229,900
$15K PRICE DROP

449 Western Ave Marengo, IA 52301

Estimated payment $1,547/month

Total Views 6,870
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,400 Sq Ft
$96 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 0.46 Acre Lot
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen Island
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more

About This Home

This charming two-story home exudes character and warmth, with many unique features that add to its appeal. Upon entering, you'll notice the gleaming hardwood floors, thick trim, fresh paint, original doors, and a beautiful staircase that showcases the home's classic charm. The living room is a welcoming space with a large picture window that fills the room with natural light, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace with stone surround, perfect for creating a cozy atmosphere.The formal dining room is elegant and functional, boasting built-ins and board-and-batten walls. The practical kitchen, features an island, appliances, tile floor, window above the sink, and plenty of cabinetry for storage and meal preparation. Upstairs, you'll find three spacious bedrooms, along with a full bathroom that includes a tub/shower, vanity, and ample storage space. The upper-level windows have been replaced, ensuring efficiency. The lower level of the home adds extra living space, with a family room for relaxing or entertaining, a laundry room equipped with a washer and dryer, and a bathroom with a stand-up shower. Outside, the home boasts a two-stall garage for parking and storage, covered front porch that provides a welcoming entrance, and the exterior was freshly painted in 2023, adding to the home's curb appeal.

Listing Agent

Lexi Belland Perez

Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS Listed on: 05/07/2025

Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,536

Year Built

  • Built in 1919

Lot Details

  • 0.46 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 90x220
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Upstairs

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump
  • Block Basement Construction
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Schools

  • Iowa Valley Elementary And Middle School
  • Iowa Valley High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Water Heater
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Internet Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 733800070

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,536

Year Built

Built in 1919

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: SINGLE FAMILY/ACREAGE
  • Total Sq Ft: 2400
  • Homebuilder: Unknown
  • Owner Name L F Mi: Janik
  • Ownership Type: Single Family
  • Photo Code: Broker Loaded
  • Remarks: Shared driveway and garage. Microwave is in a kitchen cupboard and currently not plugged in. RSVD: Playground set and chicken coop
  • Year Built: 1919
  • Tax Year Report: 2023
  • Directions: I-80 to Exit 216, N. on M Ave., W. on Hwy 6, N. on Western Avenue.
  • Aging In Place Form: No
  • L O1 Dues Paid: y
  • L O2 Dues Paid: y
  • L O3 Dues Paid: y
  • Amenities: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Basement Remarks: Block, Sump Pump, Full, Unfinished
  • Fireplace Type Location: In Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Interior R: Ceiling-9+ ft
  • Kitchen Breakfast R: Island, Pantry
  • Lot Description R: Less than .5 Acre, Level
  • Possession R: At Closing
  • Possible Finance R: Cash, Conventional
  • Stories Style R: 2 Story
  • Remarks2: This charming two-story home exudes character and warmth, with many unique features that add to its appeal. Upon entering, you'll notice the gleaming hardwood floors, thick trim, fresh paint, original doors, and a beautiful staircase that showcases the home's classic charm. The living room is a welcoming space with a large picture window that fills the room with natural light, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace with stone surround, perfect for creating a cozy atmosphere.The formal dining room is elegant and functional, boasting built-ins and board-and-batten walls. The practical kitchen, features an island, appliances, tile floor, window above the sink, and plenty of cabinetry for storage and meal preparation. Upstairs, you'll find three spacious bedrooms, along with a full bathroom that includes a tub/shower, vanity, and ample storage space. The upper-level windows have been replaced, ensuring efficiency. The lower level of the home adds extra living space, with a family room for relaxing or entertaining, a laundry room equipped with a washer and dryer, and a bathroom with a stand-up shower. Outside, the home boasts a two-stall garage for parking and storage, covered front porch that provides a welcoming entrance, and the exterior was freshly painted in 2023, adding to the home's curb appeal.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cook Top Separate, Dishwasher, Icemaker Line, Microwave, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Number Bedrooms Upper: 3
  • Sq Ft Above: 2000
  • Total Full Baths: 2
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • Family Room Level: Lower
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Lower Level Finished Sq Ft: 400
  • Laundry Location: Basement
  • Mstr Br Level: Upper
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Number of Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Unknown
  • ExteriorFeatures: Deck, Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Spaces: 2 Cars

Utilities

  • Internet: Yes
  • Water Sewer: City Sewer, City Water, Water Softener (Owned), Water Heater
  • Heating Cooling: Gas, Central, Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Fees Include: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Iowa Valley
  • Middle School: Iowa Valley
  • High School: Iowa Valley
  • High School: Iowa Valley
  • Jr Middle School: Iowa Valley
  • Elementary School: Iowa Valley

Lot Info

  • Acreage: 0.46
  • Geo Subdivision: IA
  • Lot Dimensions: 90x220
  • Zoning: Residential

Tax Info

  • Gross Tax County City: 3569.4
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 733800070

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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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 $3,536 $195,530 $29,490 $166,040
2023 $3,310 $195,530 $29,490 $166,040
2022 $2,824 $147,500 $24,410 $123,090
2021 $2,398 $147,500 $24,410 $123,090
2020 $2,316 $127,100 $22,370 $104,730
2019 $2,498 $127,100 $22,370 $104,730
2018 $2,296 $121,570 $20,340 $101,230
2017 $2,158 $121,570 $20,340 $101,230
2016 $2,052 $115,240 $20,340 $94,900
2015 $2,156 $115,240 $20,340 $94,900
2014 $2,088 $112,750 $20,340 $92,410
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/11/2025 08/11/25 Price Changed $229,900 -4.2% $96 / Sq Ft
06/04/2025 06/04/25 Price Changed $239,900 -2.1% $100 / Sq Ft
05/07/2025 05/07/25 For Sale $245,000 -- $102 / Sq Ft
Source: Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $195,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $168,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $156,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $134,400 New Conventional
Previous Owner $147,500 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 202503025

Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 73-38-0007-0