$299,500
SOLD SEP 4, 2025

5552 W 68th St S Colfax, IA 50054

5 Beds
2 Baths
2,351 Sq Ft
5.35 Acres

Recently Sold

$127 Per Sq Ft

9% Below List Price

70 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • No HOA
  • Dining Area
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Property is Fully Fenced

About This Home

As of September 2025

Looking for a peaceful country escape? With just a little TLC, this could be the coziest retreat you've been looking for! Nestled on 5 acres, this 5-bed, 2-bath home offers wide-open living with an open concept layout and a spacious kitchen with ample cabinets and counter space. The oversized primary suite features an ensuite bath and a bonus sunroom with private access, perfect for relaxing. A large basement offers the potential for additional living space and tons of storage! Two additional outbuildings (38x48 & 30x80) and fenced areas make this the ideal setup for horses, goats, or a hobby farm. Located just a short drive from Altoona, Newton, and with easy access to Des Moines, this quiet acreage has the space and versatility you've been looking for.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Misty Darling

BH&G Real Estate Innovations Listed on: 04/24/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Justin Greenfield

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,960

Year Built

  • Built in 1945

Lot Details

  • 5.35 Acre Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Property is zoned AG

Home Design

  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,351 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Dining Area
  • Sun or Florida Room

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Gravel Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1223100009/1223100010

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,960

Year Built

Built in 1945

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Acreage
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 127.60
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 127.39
  • Year Built: 1945
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1654
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 150
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Other Rooms: Sun Room
  • Included Items: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2351
  • Total Sq Ft: 2351

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fully Fenced Yard
  • Foundation: Tile
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Gravel

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel
  • Garage: 1 Detached

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water: Rural
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Colfax-Mingo

Lot Info

  • Acres: 5.3500
  • Lot S F: 233046
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1223100009/1223100010
  • Zoning: AG

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: 3959.89
  • Net Taxes: 3818.00
  • Tax Year: 2023

MLS Schools

  • School District: Colfax-Mingo

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/04/2025 09/04/25 Sold $299,500 -0.2% $127 / Sq Ft
07/03/2025 07/03/25 Pending -- -- --
06/23/2025 06/23/25 Price Changed $299,999 -2.9% $128 / Sq Ft
06/11/2025 06/11/25 Price Changed $309,000 -1.9% $131 / Sq Ft
05/16/2025 05/16/25 Price Changed $315,000 -3.1% $134 / Sq Ft
05/07/2025 05/07/25 Price Changed $325,000 -1.5% $138 / Sq Ft
04/24/2025 04/24/25 For Sale $330,000 -- $140 / 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
2025 $3,876 $337,540 $84,700 $252,840
2024 $3,876 $289,610 $50,940 $238,670
2023 $3,750 $289,610 $50,940 $238,670
2022 $3,454 $238,100 $50,940 $187,160
2021 $3,336 $224,100 $50,940 $173,160
2020 $3,336 $200,120 $35,620 $164,500
2019 $3,180 $176,220 $0 $0
2018 $3,180 $176,220 $0 $0
2017 $3,122 $174,990 $0 $0
2016 $3,170 $174,990 $0 $0
2015 $3,168 $172,070 $0 $0
2014 $2,914 $158,900 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Misty Darling

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Misty Darling

    BH&G Real Estate Innovations

    (515) 414-0059

    1,889 Total Sales

    Misty Darling
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  • Justin Greenfield

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Justin Greenfield

    RE/MAX

    (515) 229-2763

    249 Total Sales

    Justin Greenfield
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 716313

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 12-23-100-009

Iowa Jasper County Colfax 50054

5552 W 68th St S, Colfax, IA

This home is located at 5552 W 68th St S, Colfax, IA 50054 and is currently priced at $299,500, approximately $127 per square foot. This property was built in 1945. 5552 W 68th St S is a home located in Jasper County with nearby schools including Colfax-Mingo Elementary School and Colfax-Mingo High School.

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