$243,500
PENDING

523 Baker Dr Cedar Falls, IA 50613

Estimated payment $1,590/month

Total Views 2,890
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,960 Sq Ft
$124 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Pocket Doors
  • Holmes Junior High School Rated A-
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Laundry Room

About This Home

Situated in a peaceful neighborhood, this well maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath ranch-style home offers an ideal blend of comfort, functionality, and low-maintenance living. It's a great fit for first-time home buyers, downsizers, or anyone seeking a move-in-ready home in a prime location. Inside, you'll find the living area filled with natural light. The kitchen features solid surface countertops, ample cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances—including a newer electric range, hood fan, and countertop microwave. Just off the kitchen, the updated main-floor laundry room includes a half bath with new flooring, a modern vanity, and light fixtures. Both main-floor bedrooms are generously sized at 13' x 12'. One has been thoughtfully updated with a sliding glass door leading out to a new deck and a fully fenced backyard—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The main-floor bathroom has also been refreshed with a walk-in shower and updated flooring. The finished lower level adds even more versatile space, featuring a family room, a third bedroom (also 13' x 12') both with new carpet, a ¾ bath, and an abundance of storage. Additional features installed in 2018 include: SolaceAir 403H UV Light with Ozone, SolaceAir Electronic Air Cleaning Filter, sump pump with battery backup, Caresoft Water Softener, Impressions Series Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water System, new exterior doors and storm doors. In 2021, the home was outfitted with a new high-efficiency furnace. This well-cared-for property is being sold "as is", offering exceptional value and peace of mind. Don’t miss your opportunity to make this house your home!

Listing Agent

Cindy Gaffney

RE/MAX Concepts - Cedar Falls License #S58522000

RE/MAX Concepts - Cedar Falls

Co-Listing Agent

Rick Bauer

RE/MAX Concepts - Waterloo License #B18473000

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,778

Year Built

  • Built in 1969

Lot Details

  • 9,120 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 80 x 140
  • Fenced
  • Landscaped
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R-2

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Radon Mitigation System

Interior Spaces

  • 1,960 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Pocket Doors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Free-Standing Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

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

Partially Finished Basement

  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Sump Pump
  • Crawl Space

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Storage Shed
  • Breezeway

Schools

  • North Cedar Elementary School
  • Holmes Junior High
  • Cedar Falls High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Water Purifier
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Water Conditioner

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 891402455012

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,778

Year Built

Built in 1969

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Parcel Number: 891402455012
  • Year Built: 1969
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: 1st Floor, Dryer Hookup-Gas, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.21
  • Road Frontage Type: Hard Surface Road
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NBR75
  • Co List Office Phone: 319-232-7100
  • Co List Office Phone: 319-266-7100
  • MLS Status: Pending
  • Reso Fireplace Features: None
  • Reso Interior Features: Ceiling-Cove, Ceiling Fan(s), Ceiling Fan/Light, Solid Surface Counters, Pocket Doors, Sliding Glass Door
  • Reso Roof: Shingle, Asphalt
  • TotalFinishedSquareFootage: 1960
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Smoke Detector, Appliances Negotiable, Dishwasher, Dryer, Disposal, Free-Standing Range, Sump Pump, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan, Washer, Water Conditioner, Water Purifier, Gas Water Heater, Water Softener, Water Softener Owned
  • Basement: Block, Crawl Space, Entrance-Inside, Floor Drain, Radon Mitigation System, Partially Unfinished
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 800
  • BelowGradeArea: 1160

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Breezeway, Deck, Fenced Yard, Garden, Landscaping, Storage Shed

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: 1 Stall, Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Water Source: City

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: N/A

Schools

  • Elementary School: North Cedar Elementary
  • High School: Cedar Falls High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Holmes Junior High

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R-2
  • Lot Dimensions: 80 x 140
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9120
  • Additional Parcels: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2777.88

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $2,614 $184,690 $31,620 $153,070
2023 $2,672 $184,690 $31,620 $153,070
2022 $2,702 $153,590 $31,620 $121,970
2021 $2,680 $153,590 $31,620 $121,970
2020 $2,624 $152,580 $22,320 $130,260
2019 $2,624 $152,580 $22,320 $130,260
2018 $2,426 $152,580 $22,320 $130,260
2017 $2,484 $143,330 $22,320 $121,010
2016 $2,320 $143,330 $22,320 $121,010
2015 $2,320 $143,330 $22,320 $121,010
2014 $2,308 $137,830 $22,320 $115,510
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/12/2025 04/12/25 Pending -- -- --
04/07/2025 04/07/25 For Sale $243,500 +54.6% $124 / Sq Ft
10/31/2017 10/31/17 Sold $157,500 -1.5% $85 / Sq Ft
09/22/2017 09/22/17 Pending -- -- --
09/20/2017 09/20/17 For Sale $159,900 -- $87 / Sq Ft
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional Board of REALTORS®

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $145,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $32,000 New Conventional
Closed $32,000 Stand Alone Second
Closed $10,000 Credit Line Revolving
Open $122,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $144,555 VA
Previous Owner $145,000 VA
Source: Public Records

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Source: Northeast Iowa Regional Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: NBR20251426

Northeast Iowa Regional Board of REALTORS®

APN: 8914-02-455-012