$617,000
SOLD SEP 19, 2025

812 Maple Ave Decorah, IA 52101

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,230 Sq Ft
0.56 Acres

Recently Sold

$191 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.56 Acre Lot
  • Corner Lot
  • Laundry Room
  • Carrie Lee Elementary School Rated 9+
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Central Air

About This Home

As of September 2025

Step into timeless elegance with this beautifully restored 4-bedroom, 2 in a half-bath Italianate Victorian home, nestled on over half an acre in the heart of Decorah. Built in 1877, this stately brick residence seamlessly blends historic charm with modern updates—offering the perfect balance of character, comfort, and convenience. From the moment you arrive, the inviting wraparound porch and lush landscaping set the tone for what’s inside. The interior boasts over 3,100 sq ft of thoughtfully designed living space, featuring tall ceilings, custom Pella windows, rich wood floors, and preserved architectural details throughout. The central floor plan includes formal and informal living areas, a main-level laundry room, and a bright, modern kitchen with ample cabinetry, quality appliances, and direct access to outdoor living. Upstairs, you’ll find four spacious bedrooms and updated bathrooms—including a beautifully finished primary suite with excellent natural light. The home is equipped with modern mechanicals, including updated plumbing, electrical, HVAC, insulation. Outside, the property continues to impress with mature shade trees, vibrant perennial gardens, a detached carriage-style garage, and room to relax, garden, or entertain. Located just blocks from downtown Decorah, this rare offering puts you close to local schools, parks, walking trails, Luther College, and the vibrant cultural scene that makes Decorah so special. Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of Decorah’s architectural heritage. Call today to schedule your private showing!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Billy Connor

Kelly Real Estate Inc License #S66954000 Listed on: 07/23/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Sarah Zbornik

AJ Realty, Inc. License #S67614000

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,620

Year Built

  • Built in 1877

Lot Details

  • 0.56 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 186x132
  • Corner Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • 3,230 Sq Ft Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

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

Basement

  • Brick Basement
  • Stone Basement
  • Sump Pump

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Water Conditioner

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 112121100800

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,620

Year Built

Built in 1877

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Parcel Number: 112121100800
  • Year Built: 1877
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • PropertyType: Residential
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: 1st Floor
  • ResoLotFeatures: Landscaped, Corner Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.56
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
  • Co List Office Phone: 563-382-8406
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Reso Fireplace Features: None
  • Reso Roof: Asphalt
  • TotalFinishedSquareFootage: 3230
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave Built In, Sump Pump, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Conditioner, Gas Water Heater, Water Softener, Water Softener Owned
  • Basement: Brick/Mortar, Stone/Rock
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • BelowGradeArea: 1227

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: 2 Stall, Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Steam
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: N/A

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: 186x132
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 24552
  • Additional Parcels: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 9620

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 5, 2019
Closed on
Sep 15, 2020
Sold by
Reid Douglas J
Bought by
Tjossem Gregory N and Tjossem Karen I
Seller's Agent
Michael Harman
Harman Realty
List Price
$495,000
Sold Price
$489,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,000
-1.21%
Total Days on Market
14

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.68%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 22, 2019
Sold by
Knox Reid Ft
Bought by
Douglas J Reid Ft

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 7, 2014
Sold by
Cohen Neal S and Cohen Florence H
Bought by
The Knox Reid Family Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$285,000
Interest Rate
4.34%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $489,000 None Available
Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $485,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $262,600 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $285,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $285,000 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/19/2025 09/19/25 Sold $617,000 -6.5% $191 / Sq Ft
08/13/2025 08/13/25 Pending -- -- --
07/30/2025 07/30/25 For Sale $660,000 +7.0% $204 / Sq Ft
07/23/2025 07/23/25 Off Market $617,000 -- --
09/22/2020 09/22/20 Sold $489,000 -1.2% $151 / Sq Ft
07/15/2020 07/15/20 Pending -- -- --
06/25/2020 06/25/20 For Sale $495,000 0.0% $153 / Sq Ft
06/24/2020 06/24/20 Pending -- -- --
06/09/2020 06/09/20 For Sale $495,000 +1.2% $153 / Sq Ft
06/07/2020 06/07/20 Off Market $489,000 -- --
11/05/2019 11/05/19 For Sale $495,000 -- $153 / 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 $9,428 $524,740 $58,590 $466,150
2023 $9,268 $524,740 $58,590 $466,150
2022 $8,620 $453,690 $48,830 $404,860
2021 $8,286 $436,070 $48,830 $387,240
2020 $8,286 $411,580 $48,830 $362,750
2019 $8,062 $411,580 $0 $0
2018 $8,118 $411,580 $0 $0
2017 $7,534 $367,720 $0 $0
2016 $7,596 $367,720 $0 $0
2015 $7,238 $350,570 $0 $0
2014 $7,238 $325,380 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northeast Iowa Regional Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: NBR20253531

Northeast Iowa Regional Board of REALTORS®

APN: 112121100800