$161,900
SOLD APR 11, 2025

504 S Gaines St Stuart, IA 50250

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,044 Sq Ft
8,400 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$155 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

20 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Sun or Florida Room
  • No HOA
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Mud Room
  • Covered patio or porch
  • 4-minute walk to Nations Bridge Park

About This Home

As of April 2025

Welcome to this beautifully remodeled, one-level home, situated on a roomy corner lot with unbeatable curb appeal! Every inch of this property has been meticulously updated, including a new roof, siding, and sleek black gutters. Custom shutters, modern lighting, and both front and back patios add an extra layer of charm to the exterior. Step inside to a spacious entryway, perfect for storage solutions and a convenient drop zone. The open-concept main floor seamlessly connects the large living room—filled with natural light—to the stunning custom kitchen. Featuring brand-new stainless steel appliances, cabinets, countertops, and a striking herringbone backsplash, this kitchen is a dream for meal prep, entertaining, or simply relaxing at the island. No detail was overlooked in the renovation. With new flooring, doors, trim, drywall, paint, and fixtures throughout, the home feels fresh and modern. Enjoy efficient living with not only the new roof but the brand new AC and furnace too! The bedrooms are generously sized, providing comfort and privacy. The bathroom boasts a large vanity with LED lighting above, a beautifully tiled shower/tub, and plenty of storage space. A spacious laundry room offers room for extra storage or a secondary drop zone and leads out to the private second patio—perfect for relaxing. Designed for convenience, with everything you need on one level; An efficient choice for those starting out, investing, or seeking their forever home! Call today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Amanda Nichols

iHome Realty Listed on: 02/22/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Sarah Cowman

Homefront Real Estate, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $929

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 8,400 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned City

Parking

  • Gravel Driveway

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,044 Sq Ft Home
  • Mud Room
  • Family Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Additional Features

  • Covered patio or porch
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0405280009

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$929

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 155.65
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 155.08
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, LVP
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Other Rooms: Mud Room, Sun Room
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1044
  • Total Sq Ft: 1044

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Covered Patio, Open Patio
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: West Central Valley

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1900
  • Lot S F: 8400
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0405280009
  • Zoning: City

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: 929.09
  • Net Taxes: 930.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: West Central Valley

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 22, 2025
Closed on
Apr 10, 2025
Sold by
Ihome Renovations Llc
Bought by
Venhaus William J and Venhaus Carli
Seller's Agent
Amanda Nichols
iHome Realty
Buyer's Agent
Sarah Cowman
Homefront Real Estate, LLC
List Price
$169,900
Sold Price
$161,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,000
-4.71%
Views
20
Current Estimated Value
$87,984

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$73,916
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-65.24%
Original Mortgage
$158,967
Outstanding Balance
$158,686
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
-$43,235

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 7, 2025
Sold by
Kendic Zlatko
Bought by
Ihome Renovation Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 14, 2023
Sold by
Baudler Jacqueline M
Bought by
Kendic Zlatko

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 10, 2022
Sold by
Long Lacy L
Bought by
Long Vincent E

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 29, 2009
Sold by
Smith Marcy G
Bought by
Caulkins Steve Kenneth

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$38,000
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 25, 2006
Sold by
Wilson Brian J and Smith Kelly
Bought by
Smith Marcy G

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$36,000
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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 $162,000 None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Special Warranty Deed $30,000 None Listed On Document
Special Warranty Deed $30,000 None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed $1,000 --
Warranty Deed $48,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $45,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $158,967 FHA
Previous Owner $29,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $38,000 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Previous Owner $36,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/11/2025 04/11/25 Sold $161,900 -0.4% $155 / Sq Ft
03/14/2025 03/14/25 Pending -- -- --
03/10/2025 03/10/25 Price Changed $162,500 -4.4% $156 / Sq Ft
02/22/2025 02/22/25 For Sale $169,900 +430.9% $163 / Sq Ft
10/08/2020 10/08/20 Sold $32,000 -28.9% $40 / Sq Ft
09/08/2020 09/08/20 Pending -- -- --
08/04/2020 08/04/20 For Sale $45,000 -- $56 / 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
2024 $930 $57,800 $16,830 $40,970
2023 $900 $57,800 $16,830 $40,970
2022 $864 $46,330 $10,710 $35,620
2021 $864 $46,330 $10,710 $35,620
2020 $1,028 $53,680 $10,710 $42,970
2019 $1,022 $53,680 $0 $0
2018 $1,006 $0 $0 $0
2017 $952 $47,428 $0 $0
2016 $960 $47,428 $7,561 $39,867
2015 $960 $46,297 $0 $0
2014 $938 $46,297 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 712324

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 04-05-280-009