$3,082 Closing Credit¹
#706630, Kevin Kolbe, Listing office: Ramsey Weeks Real Estate
$329,000 List price
1503 Elm St Grinnell, IA 50112
$3,907
Closing credit¹
4 beds
1 full, 1 partial
2,104 sqft
0.3 acres
$156 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1503 Elm St
Love the Character and Charm of Older Homes? This could be your perfect match! Step into timeless elegance with this beautifully maintained home, featuring stunning oak trim and hardwood floors, leaded glass windows, and classic door transoms. From the moment you arrive, the inviting front porch welcomes you—an ideal spot for your morning coffee. Out back, enjoy lazy summer afternoons lounging on the deck beside the 18x36 swimming pool with new liner, surrounded by lush perennial landscaping that creates your own private oasis. Inside, the main floor offers a warm and spacious layout, including a living room with a cozy fireplace, a formal dining room, a chef's dream kitchen, and a convenient half bath. The kitchen boasts abundant cabinetry with built-in features, generous counter space, and a charming dining area. Upstairs, the vaulted primary suite is a true retreat with a private ensuite bathroom and walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms and a full bathroom offer ample space for family or guests. The finished attic provides a versatile bonus room—perfect for a studio, office, or playroom. The basement includes a non-conforming bedroom and a large family room currently used for storage, offering plenty of potential. With this location you are within one block of Grinnell College, close to Fairview Elementary, Ahrens Park and downtown. Don’t just dream about living here—come see this beautifully unique home for yourself and make it yours today!
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,104 sqft
Lot size0.2703 Acres
Year built1898
ParkingDetached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #719286
Garage1 space
FireplaceWood Burning
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile
- Interior: Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen
- Fireplace: Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Exterior: Deck, Fully Fenced
- Architectural Style: Two Story
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $329,000
- Price/SqFt: $156
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,238
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: North on West St (Hwy 146), east on 10th Ave, north on Elm Street. The subject is on the corner of 10th Ave and Elm St.
- Year Built: 1898
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 2,104 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.2703 Acres
- MLS Number: 719286
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: RE/MAX Partners Realty
- Office Phone: (641) 236-6683
- Listing Agent: Mawe, Lynn
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $274,780 | $4,238 |
| 2023 | $274,780 | $4,574 |
| 2022 | $250,740 | $4,532 |
| 2021 | $236,550 | $4,148 |
| 2020 | $217,280 | $4,056 |
| 2019 | $217,280 | $4,120 |
| 2018 | $217,280 | $4,048 |
| 2017 | $217,280 | $4,138 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Davis Elementary School
Public District 3-4
1.1 mi
•818 Hamilton Ave
8
Lynnville-Sully Elementary School
Public District KG-5
13.4 mi
•12476 Highway F62 E
4
East Marshall Elementary School
Public District PK-3
13.8 mi
•201 E Weissenburger St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $80,340. The majority of Grinnell, IA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
14%
<35k
54%
35k-100k
27%
100k-200k
5%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
37%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
33%
Married, No Kids
24%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
11%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
47%
18-34 yrs old
25%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
NASCAR
Soccer
College Football
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dick's Sporting Goods
Old Navy
Dollar General
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Arbys
Jimmy Johns
Cracker Barrel
What do the neighbors drive?
GMC
Ram
Chevrolet
What do the neighbors listen to?
Adult Hits
New Country
Classic Country
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Frequently asked questions
About 1503 Elm St
The listing price of 1503 Elm St property is $329,000.
The property 1503 Elm St is a house located in Grinnell, Iowa, 50112.
Active Listing: 1503 Elm St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1503 Elm St are: Davis Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Lynnville-Sully Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), East Marshall Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Grinnell Community Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), East Marshall Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Lynnville-Sully Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Grinnell Community Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Lynnville-Sully High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Brooklyn-Guernsey-Malcom Jr-Sr High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $4,238 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 1503 Elm St has 4 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 1503 Elm St is 2,104 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1503 Elm St is 1898.
This home is located at 1503 Elm St in Grinnell, IA and zip code 50112. This 2,104 square foot home, which was built in 1898, sits on a 0.27 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 31, 2025 and is currently priced at $329,000.
Over 1 listings were sold over their listed price in May 2025 in Grinnell, IA. In the same period over 6 listings were sold below the listed price and 0 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in Grinnell, IA between April and May 2025 increased by 14.7%. Listings spent 110 days on the market in May 2025, and had a median list price of $229,950 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.