NOT LISTED FOR SALE

709 Franklin St Decorah, IA 52101

Estimated Value: $316,000 - $420,000

5 Beds
3 Baths
3,769 Sq Ft
$95/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 03, 2017

Last sale price $285,000 $76 Per Sq Ft

Est. 26% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,350/month

348 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Decorah Middle School Rated A
  • Wood Siding

About This Home

As of July 2017

Beautiful Craftsman style home next door to Phelps Park! This well appointed home features original oak woodwork including built in lead glass book cases, lead glass windows and hardwood floors. The large open living room and dining room are unusual for this period of home and make entertaining a breeze! There is a newer addition that boasts a master bedroom with walk in closet as well as an office/family room on the main floor. A large deck with a great view was also added at the same time. Upstairs is another Master suite including sitting area, ensuite with soaking tub and walk in shower; and an office or nursery! Go to sleep watching the stars through the skylight! In the walk out lower level, there is an apartment with income of $700/month as well as a 2 car garage. Hurry to make your appointment, this one won't last long!

Last Listed By

Anne Dykstra

AJ Realty, Inc. License #S36060 Listed on: 06/01/2016

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,985

Year Built

  • Built in 1914

Lot Details

  • 7,120 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 80x89

Home Design

  • 3,769 Sq Ft Home
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Tuck Under Garage

Schools

  • Decorah Community Schools Elementary And Middle School
  • Decorah Community Schools High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Additional Features

  • Partially Finished Basement

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 111638200100

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,985

Year Built

Built in 1914

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Parcel Number: 111638200100
  • Year Built: 1914
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.16
  • Road Surface Type: Alley
  • Co List Office Phone: 563-382-3627
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Reso Fireplace Features: None
  • Reso Roof: Shingle
  • TotalFinishedSquareFootage: 3769
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Partially Unfinished
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 875
  • BelowGradeArea: 2292

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Wood Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: 2 Stall, Tuckunder Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Sewer: City Sewer
  • Water Source: City

Schools

  • Elementary School: Decorah Community Schools
  • High School: Decorah Community Schools
  • Middle Or Junior School: Decorah Community Schools

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Dimensions: 80X89
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7120
  • Additional Parcels: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3985

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 1, 2016
Closed on
Jun 29, 2017
Sold by
Hemesath Philip A and Hemesath Carol J
Bought by
Hershfield Valerie D
Seller's Agent
Anne Dykstra
AJ Realty, Inc.
List Price
$329,000
Sold Price
$285,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$44,000
-13.37%
Total Days on Market
348
Current Estimated Value
$359,917

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$74,917
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.98%
Original Mortgage
$110,000
Outstanding Balance
$92,610
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$267,307
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Hershfield Valerie D $285,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Hershfield Valerie D $110,000
Previous Owner Hemesath Philip A $114,000
Previous Owner Hemesath Philip A $40,000
Previous Owner Hemesath Philip A $92,500
Previous Owner Hemesath Philip A $20,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/03/2017 07/03/17 Sold $285,000 -13.4% $76 / Sq Ft
05/15/2017 05/15/17 Pending -- -- --
06/01/2016 06/01/16 For Sale $329,000 -- $87 / Sq Ft
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional 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
2024 $5,276 $302,390 $28,900 $273,490
2023 $5,282 $302,390 $28,900 $273,490
2022 $5,070 $262,410 $24,080 $238,330
2021 $4,790 $260,170 $24,080 $236,090
2020 $4,790 $241,530 $24,080 $217,450
2019 $4,660 $241,530 $0 $0
2018 $4,866 $241,530 $0 $0
2017 $4,246 $202,400 $0 $0
2016 $4,180 $202,400 $0 $0
2015 $3,986 $192,990 $0 $0
2014 $3,912 $192,990 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northeast Iowa Regional Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: NBR20163182

Northeast Iowa Regional Board of REALTORS®

APN: 111638200100