$115,500
$3K PRICE DROP

1209 Spencer St Grinnell, IA 50112

Estimated payment $757/month

Total Views 6,288
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,046 Sq Ft
$110 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 1 Fireplace
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Patio
  • Central Air

About This Home

Welcome to 1209 Spencer Street – a 1.5 story home offering 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a convenient location just minutes from downtown Grinnell. Situated in a quiet neighborhood, this home features a functional layout with plenty of potential throughout.With a new roof and fresh siding, the exterior is already taken care of – now it just needs your personal touches on the inside to make it truly your own. The walkout basement offers additional space for storage, a workshop, or future finishing. Plus, you'll appreciate the flexible laundry options with hookups on both the main floor and in the basement.Whether you're a first-time buyer, investor, or someone looking to add value through customization, this home is full of opportunity in a great location.Schedule your showing today and imagine the possibilities at 1209 Spencer Street!

Listing Agent

Caitlyn Vigil

Real Estate Solutions Listed on: 05/15/2025

Co-Listing Agent

Colby Lawson

Real Estate Solutions

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,443

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,046 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Dining Area
  • Walk-Out Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • <<microwave>>

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Gas

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • 8,900 Sq Ft Lot

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1803564400

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,443

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 110.42
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Carpeting, LVP, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Walkout
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 624
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas, Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1046
  • Total Sq Ft: 1046

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Open Patio
  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Asphalt
  • Trim: Paint

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: GrinnellNewburg

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2043
  • Lot S F: 8900
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1803564400
  • Zoning: RES

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: 1443.29
  • Net Taxes: 1270.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: GrinnellNewburg

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Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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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 $1,270 $87,640 $23,100 $64,540
2023 $1,278 $87,640 $23,100 $64,540
2022 $1,264 $76,450 $19,080 $57,370
2021 $1,264 $72,120 $18,000 $54,120
2020 $848 $52,440 $18,000 $34,440
2019 $866 $52,440 $18,000 $34,440
2018 $848 $52,440 $18,000 $34,440
2017 $1,110 $52,440 $18,000 $34,440
2016 $1,408 $56,050 $18,000 $38,050
2015 -- $73,340 $20,520 $52,820
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/29/2025 05/29/25 Price Changed $115,500 -2.1% $110 / Sq Ft
05/15/2025 05/15/25 For Sale $118,000 +68.6% $113 / Sq Ft
05/11/2020 05/11/20 Sold $70,000 -1.4% $63 / Sq Ft
02/29/2020 02/29/20 Pending -- -- --
02/19/2020 02/19/20 For Sale $71,000 +67.1% $64 / Sq Ft
08/08/2016 08/08/16 Sold $42,500 -38.4% $38 / Sq Ft
07/05/2016 07/05/16 Pending -- -- --
06/24/2015 06/24/15 For Sale $69,000 -- $63 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $70,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $70,707 New Conventional
Previous Owner $4,250 Second Mortgage Made To Cover Down Payment
Source: Public Records

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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 718240

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 180-3564400