Estimated payment $2,416/month
Total Views
4,676
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,030
Sq Ft
$187
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Spa
- Deck
- No HOA
- Gilbert Elementary School Rated A
- Engineered Wood Flooring
- Skylights
About This Home
Ready to feel like you're traveling to the Swiss Alps every time you pull into your driveway? Discover your private getaway in this one-of-a-kind A-frame home tucked away on nearly an acre, this architectural gem invites you to live boldly and breathe deeply. This home blends comfort, craftsmanship, and modern convenience in a truly peaceful, natural setting.
Step into a soaring living room with dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows and gleaming hardwood floors that draw the outside in. Whether you're curled up by the fire or watching snow fall through the towering glass, every day feels like a mountain escape.
With 3+ bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and creative bonus spaces throughout, there's room here for both rest and adventure—work remotely with a view, create an art studio in the loft, or host weekend guests who won't want to leave.
The sleeping loft features a 3/4 bath and a private balcony overlooking the tranquil setting—perfect for morning coffee or stargazing. Cozy up next to the fireplace for movie nights, or enjoy the views of nature from the expansive kitchen, designed to bring the outdoors in.
Enjoy outdoor living with expansive front and back decks (both replaced in 2018), and a comfy gazebo that offers a quiet retreat. There is a fun treehouse for the young at heart. Additional features include a 2-car garage, heated 3-car workshop, and a storage shed for all your extras.
Many updates throughout include, new flooring on all levels with heated floors in the lower level bedrooms. New front and back windows including built in blinds in the back. Plumbing and Electrical have all been updated with 200 amp service in both garages. Furnace/AC, appliances all updated recently.
This is more than a home—it's a lifestyle. If you're craving character, privacy, and the thrill of something different, this A-frame escape is calling.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,858
Year Built
- Built in 1977
Lot Details
- 0.94 Acre Lot
- Lot Has A Rolling Slope
Parking
- 4 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Block Foundation
- Wood Trim
Interior Spaces
- 2,030 Sq Ft Home
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Electric Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Engineered Wood
- Laminate
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Partial Basement
Outdoor Features
- Spa
- Deck
- Outdoor Storage
- Storage Shed
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Rural Water
- Gas Water Heater
- Water Softener is Owned
- Septic Tank
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 05-23-320-110
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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 | $3,858 | $316,100 | $155,300 | $160,800 |
| 2023 | $3,568 | $316,100 | $155,300 | $160,800 |
| 2022 | $3,546 | $250,100 | $117,000 | $133,100 |
| 2021 | $3,704 | $250,100 | $117,000 | $133,100 |
| 2020 | $3,590 | $243,600 | $110,500 | $133,100 |
| 2019 | $3,590 | $233,500 | $110,500 | $123,000 |
| 2018 | $3,594 | $216,300 | $93,500 | $122,800 |
| 2017 | $3,594 | $216,300 | $93,500 | $122,800 |
| 2016 | $3,178 | $200,700 | $82,500 | $118,200 |
| 2015 | $3,178 | $200,700 | $82,500 | $118,200 |
| 2014 | $3,126 | $200,700 | $82,500 | $118,200 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/23/2025 07/23/25 | Price Changed | $379,000 | -2.6% | $187 / Sq Ft |
| 07/10/2025 07/10/25 | For Sale | $389,000 | +89.8% | $192 / Sq Ft |
| 06/30/2017 06/30/17 | Sold | $205,000 | -5.2% | $101 / Sq Ft |
| 05/15/2017 05/15/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/08/2017 05/08/17 | For Sale | $216,300 | +7.2% | $107 / Sq Ft |
| 11/21/2012 11/21/12 | Sold | $201,750 | -6.1% | $99 / Sq Ft |
| 10/08/2012 10/08/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/09/2012 08/09/12 | For Sale | $214,900 | -- | $106 / Sq Ft |
Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $202,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $182,021 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Closed | $184,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $161,400 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $20,437 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $172,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
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Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 67953
APN: 05-23-320-110
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