5324 NW 78th Ct Johnston, IA 50131
Southwest Johnston NeighborhoodEstimated payment $2,690/month
Highlights
- 9.23 Acre Lot
- Deck
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- Timber Ridge Elementary School Rated A-
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Sun or Florida Room
About This Home
Welcome to your private retreat in the heart of Johnston! Including 3 parcels, this rare 9-acre mostly wooded property offers everyday convenience — just minutes from schools, trails, shopping, and all city amenities...combined with serene views of mature timber boasting deer, turkey and other wildlife, walking trails that wind through your private woods, and plenty of open space for recreation, gardening, or keeping animals. Step inside the nearly 2,700 total finished sq ft home featuring a spacious, open layout designed for comfortable living and entertaining. The home offers 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with a walkout lower level that expands your living space and provides easy access to the outdoors. Cozy up by the fire or take in the view from the vaulted ceiling sun room. Outdoors is a fully fenced yard for domestic pets, and you’ll love the 24’ x 40’ detached outbuilding — fully equipped with power and a concrete floor, ideal for a workshop, hobby space, or extra storage. Located in unincorporated Polk County outside city limits with no covenants or HOA, you have the freedom to live the lifestyle you’ve dreamed of — all while staying close to everything town has to offer. A small horse barn adds even more versatility for those looking for a hobby farm or room for animals. If you’ve been searching for the perfect blend of nature, space, and convenience, this in-town acreage is it! (Solar panels can be removed or stay, new owners choice)
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,080
Year Built
- Built in 1964
Lot Details
- 9.23 Acre Lot
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Vinyl Fence
- Wood Fence
- Chain Link Fence
- Irregular Lot
Parking
- 4 Garage Spaces | 1 Attached and 3 Detached
Home Design
- Split Foyer
- Block Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,668 Sq Ft Home
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Shades
- Drapes & Rods
- Family Room Downstairs
- Formal Dining Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Carpet
- Laminate
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms | 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Fire Pit
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Septic Tank
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 31000758000000
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $3,862 | $327,600 | $70,600 | $257,000 |
| 2024 | $3,862 | $289,100 | $61,300 | $227,800 |
| 2023 | $3,384 | $289,100 | $61,300 | $227,800 |
| 2022 | $3,884 | $220,100 | $52,100 | $168,000 |
| 2021 | $3,684 | $220,100 | $52,100 | $168,000 |
| 2020 | $3,566 | $198,800 | $47,100 | $151,700 |
| 2019 | $3,406 | $198,800 | $47,100 | $151,700 |
| 2018 | $3,340 | $180,300 | $41,800 | $138,500 |
| 2017 | $3,280 | $180,300 | $41,800 | $138,500 |
| 2016 | $3,140 | $171,300 | $39,400 | $131,900 |
| 2015 | $3,140 | $171,300 | $39,400 | $131,900 |
| 2014 | $3,026 | $163,600 | $37,100 | $126,500 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/06/2025 11/06/25 | For Sale | $449,000 | +38.2% | $269 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/31/2020 01/31/20 | Sold | $325,000 | -7.1% | $195 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 01/31/2020 01/31/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/29/2019 10/29/19 | For Sale | $350,000 | -- | $210 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $325,000 | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $308,750 | New Conventional |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 729981
APN: 310-00758000000
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