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$174,900

601 N 1st St Indianola, IA 50125

4 beds
2 full
1,524 sqft
0.2 acres
$115 / sqft
House

Property details

About 601 N 1st St

Excellent investment opportunity near Simpson College and Indianola Square! This income-producing property features two fully rented units. The main-level unit offers 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, a large kitchen, spacious living room, and basement access. The second level unit includes 1 bedroom and 1 bath. Both units have in-unit laundry, providing added convenience for tenants. Oversized lot that includes private off-street parking and ample street parking for guests and tenants. Conveniently located near Hwy 65/69. Turnkey investment with reliable rental income.

Highlights

Home typeOther
HeatingBaseboard, Electric
StatusActive
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size1,524 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.17 Acres
Year built1890
MLS #719413

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Architectural Style: Two Story
  • Heating: Baseboard, Electric
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • List Price: $174,900
  • Price/SqFt: $114
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,052
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: Head north on N Jefferson Way toward E Clinton Ave, turn west onto E Euclid Ave, turn north onto N 1st St, turn west and home is on the south side.
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,524 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.17 Acres
  • MLS Number: 719413
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: BH&G Real Estate Innovations
  • Office Phone: (515) 962-5555
  • Listing Agent: Misty Darling

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Dec 15, 2020
Home Sold
$58,000
Feb 07, 2020
Home Sold
$87,000
Jul 28, 2017
Home Sold
$43,000
Jun 28, 2016
Home Sold
$25,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$114,500$2,052
2023$114,500$2,094
2022$98,300$2,074
2021$98,300$2,062
2020$92,400$2,023
2018$-$1,884
2017$-$826

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

9

Irving Elementary

Public District KG-5

0.4 mi

500 W Clinton Ave

5

Emerson Elementary

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

1109 E Euclid Ave

7

Whittier Elementary

Public District PK-5

1.0 mi

1306 W Salem Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $44,844. Most Indianola, IA residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

42%
<35k
38%
35k-100k
17%
100k-200k
3%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

53%
Single, No Kids
12%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

7%
<11 yrs old
3%
12-17 yrs old
65%
18-34 yrs old
16%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro WrestlingPro Wrestling
  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports
  • NASCARNASCAR

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Wal-MartWal-Mart
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Academy Sports & OutdoorsAcademy Sports & Outdoors

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • SonicSonic
  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars

What do the neighbors drive?

  • OldsmobileOldsmobile
  • FordFord
  • ChevroletChevrolet

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • New CountryNew Country
  • CountryCountry
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 601 N 1st St

The listing price of 601 N 1st St property is $174,900.

The property 601 N 1st St is a house located in Indianola, Iowa, 50125.

Active Listing: 601 N 1st St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 601 N 1st St are: Irving Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Emerson Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Whittier Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Indianola Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Norwalk Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Carlisle Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Indianola High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Martensdale - St. Marys Jr. / Sr. High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Norwalk High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $2,052 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on December 15, 2020 for $58,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 601 N 1st St has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 601 N 1st St is 1,524 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 601 N 1st St is 1890.

This home is located at 601 N 1st St in Indianola, IA and zip code 50125. This 1,524 square foot home, which was built in 1890, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 3, 2025 and is currently priced at $174,900.

While more than 3 listings in Indianola, IA in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 8 listings sold at asking price, and more than 14 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Indianola, IA decreased by 3.5% between May and June 2025. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $300,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 26 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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