#714082, Heather Rawlins, Listing Office: Iowa Realty Altoona
218 E Howard St Colfax, IA 50054
Property details
About 218 E Howard St
So much character & charm in this stunning 1925 Victorian home, bursting with personality and craftsmanship. This one-of-a-kind 2-story offers 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 4 car garage and over 2,400 SF of beautifully finished living space. From the moment you step inside, you’re greeted by a stunning entryway w/ rich hardwood floors & a grand open staircase framed by impressive oak trim. Enjoy 2 living areas; a formal living room featuring a cozy wood-burning fireplace & a relaxed family room, perfect for movie nights. The kitchen features SS appliances including a Kenmore Elite gas stove w/ hood, soft-close drawers/cabinets, Corian countertops, wall oven and heated tile floors. Laundry & ½ bath located off the kitchen. French doors off the kitchen lead to a handy prep area with additional cabinetry and then on to a bright 3-season sunroom, updated with new flooring, windows, and electric heat. Step outside to a new, oversized concrete patio, ideal for entertaining. Upstairs, you’ll find 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths, including a primary suite with a remodeled bathroom and an additional bath with an air-jet tub. Two staircases lead to the second floor, and a third takes you up to a finished attic, perfect as a 5th bedroom, office, or creative retreat. The walkout LL is partially finished w/ 2 non-conforming bedrooms, ¾ bath, family room & workshop. This is a rare opportunity to own a meticulously maintained home filled with warmth, history, and modern updates. Truly a must-see!
Highlights
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Interior: Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Cable TV, Window Treatments
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 4 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Attached, Garage
- Exterior: Deck
- Architectural Style: Two Story, Victorian
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $379,900
- Price/SqFt: $152
- Annual Tax Amount: $5,152
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: From I-80, take exit 155. Go onto Hwy 117S. Turn left onto E Howard St. Home is on your left
- Year Built: 1925
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 2,484 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.2893 Acres
- MLS Number: 717055
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Century 21 Signature
- Office Phone: (515) 208-1504
- Listing Agent: Scott Myers
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Aug 23, 2017 | Home Sold | $220,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $279,230 | $5,152 |
2023 | $279,230 | $4,868 |
2022 | $222,540 | $4,474 |
2021 | $208,180 | $5,142 |
2020 | $224,110 | $5,160 |
2019 | $203,260 | $4,910 |
2017 | $149,240 | $3,494 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
Colfax-Mingo Elementary School
Public District PK-6
0.3 mi
•20 W Broadway St
6
Prairie City Elementary School
Public District PK-5
5.8 mi
•309 E Plainsmen Rd
9
Mitchellville Elementary
Public District PK-5
6.3 mi
•308 Elm Ave NW
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 $48,269. Residents of Colfax, IA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Typical family type is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently asked questions
About 218 E Howard St
The listing price of 218 E Howard St property is $379,900.
The property 218 E Howard St is a house located in Colfax, Iowa, 50054.
Active Listing: 218 E Howard St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 218 E Howard St are: Colfax-Mingo Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Prairie City Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Mitchellville Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Pcm Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Berg Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Southeast Polk Junior High (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Colfax-Mingo High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), West Academy Alternative School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Newton High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $5,152 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on August 23, 2017 for $220,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 218 E Howard St has 4 bedrooms and 0 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 218 E Howard St is 2,484 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 218 E Howard St is 1925.
This home is located at 218 E Howard St in Colfax, IA and zip code 50054. This 2,484 square foot home, which was built in 1925, sits on a 0.29 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $379,900.
Colfax, IA housing market in April 2025 saw over 0 listings sold above listed price, more than 1 sold at listed price and over 1 sold below. The number of listings in Colfax, IA increased by 72.7% between March and April 2025. In April 2025, listings were on the market for 19 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $184,900.