$242,500
SOLD DEC 23, 2025

512 Maxwell St Maxwell, IA 50161

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,140 Sq Ft
0.27 Acres

Recently Sold

$213 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Patio
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Living Room

About This Home

As of December 2025

Welcome to 512 Maxwell St in Maxwell, Iowa! This charming and move-in ready 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers the perfect combination of comfort, functionality, and small-town living. Tucked into a quiet, well-established neighborhood, you'll love being just minutes from local schools, walking trails, and parks, ideal for families, pet owners, and anyone who enjoys a peaceful yet connected lifestyle. From the moment you arrive, the curb appeal will capture your attention with beautiful landscaping and a welcoming front entry. The fully fenced backyard features a privacy fence with a cozy patio space, and raised garden beds that offers a private outdoor retreat that's perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or letting the kids and pets play freely. Step inside and you'll immediately feel at home in the open-concept main living space. Gorgeous hardwood floors, large windows, and natural light create a bright, inviting atmosphere that flows effortlessly from the living room into the dining area and custom kitchen. The kitchen has been thoughtfully designed with families in mind, featuring newer appliances, ample cabinetry, and generous counter space making it as practical as it is stylish. Two comfortable bedrooms and a centrally located full bathroom round out the main level. Just off the kitchen, the attached garage provides easy access and includes a dedicated laundry area for added convenience. Off the laundry area, you'll discover a bright and versatile four-season room that is perfect for a home office, rec room, playroom, or a quiet space to relax year round. Downstairs the lower level provides great storage and includes a second bathroom area offering flexibility for future finishing options. Easy to maintain and manageable in size, this home is ideal for first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone looking for a turnkey property in a welcoming community. With recent updates including a newer roof 2022, most windows 2020, and updated custom kitchen, the hard work has already been done making this home truly move-in ready. Don't miss your chance to own this adorable, updated home with a large private yard and an unbeatable location with a short commute to Ames, Ankeny, or Des Moines. 512 Maxwell St might just be the perfect place to call home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marc Olson

RE/MAX Concepts-Nevada License #B56203 Listed on: 11/03/2025

RE/MAX Concepts-Nevada

Last Buyer's Agent

Jake Escher

RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER License #S66743

RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 0.27 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 85 x 140
  • Fenced
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Wood Trim

Interior Spaces

  • 1,140 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Living Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Utility Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Storage Shed

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1522388275

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.27
  • Lot Size: 85 X 140
  • Road Surface Type: Hard Surface
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Cooling:Central Air: Yes
  • Water Heater:Gas: Yes
  • Features:Main Floor Laundry2: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Features:Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Exterior Features Fence: Yes
  • Terrain:Level: Yes
  • Features:Storage Shed4: Yes
  • Floor:Hardwood: Yes
  • Features:Water Softner-Owned: Yes
  • Foundation:Concrete Block: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Has Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Window Features: Window Treatments
  • Basement:Full2: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Interior Trim:Wood11: Yes
  • Features:Main Floor Bedroom: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Features:Window Treatment(s): Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • General Information:Garage Type2: Attached

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Association/Amenities

  • General Information:Homeowners Association (HOA): No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Collins Maxwell

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 11900.0
  • Parcel #: 1522388275
  • Zoning: Res

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 3, 2025
Closed on
Dec 10, 2025
Sold by
Cummings Joseph R and Cummings Heather M
Bought by
Palmeter Daniel
Seller's Agent
Marc Olson
RE/MAX Concepts-Nevada
Buyer's Agent
Jake Escher
RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER
List Price
$252,000
Sold Price
$242,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,500
-3.77%
Views
45

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
30.81%
Original Mortgage
$92,500
Outstanding Balance
$92,168
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$154,934

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 8, 2017
Sold by
Cummings Joseph R and Cummings Heather M
Bought by
Cummings Joseph R and Cummings Heather M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 28, 2012
Sold by
Federal National Mortgage Association
Bought by
Cummings Joseph R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$73,596
Interest Rate
3.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 7, 2007
Sold by
Myers Coral I
Bought by
Mchone Michael

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$106,700
Interest Rate
5.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Special Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $109,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $73,596 New Conventional
Previous Owner $106,700 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/23/2025 12/23/25 Sold $242,500 -3.8% $213 / Sq Ft
11/17/2025 11/17/25 Pending -- -- --
11/03/2025 11/03/25 For Sale $252,000 -- $221 / Sq Ft
Source: Central Iowa Board 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
2025 $2,512 $165,700 $31,900 $133,800
2024 $2,470 $156,800 $29,800 $127,000
2023 $2,496 $156,800 $29,800 $127,000
2022 $2,534 $134,400 $29,800 $104,600
2021 $2,438 $134,400 $29,800 $104,600
2020 $2,170 $122,900 $15,700 $107,200
2019 $2,170 $122,900 $15,700 $107,200
2018 $1,916 $108,100 $15,700 $92,400
2017 $1,916 $108,100 $15,700 $92,400
2016 $1,782 $96,200 $12,800 $83,400
2015 $1,782 $96,200 $12,800 $83,400
2014 $1,688 $93,700 $13,600 $80,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 68863

APN: 15-22-388-275