Here's your opportunity to own a small acreage nestled in the scenic Des Moines River Valley. This property offers a 2-bedroom home featuring a spacious living room and plenty of potential to make it your own. The main floor includes a half bath, with an additional shower located in the basement. Outside, you'll find both a 1-car attached garage and a detached 2-car garage, providing ample storage and workspace. Whether you're looking for a personal residence, rental property, or fixer-upper project, this property presents a great investment opportunity with country charm and room to grow.
Single-familyProperty Type
1971Year Built
0.92 acresLot Size
$141Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Amber Hoversten• Weichert, Realtors®-Miller & Clark Agency
Here’s your opportunity to own a small acreage nestled in the scenic Des Moines River Valley. This property offers a 2-bedroom home featuring a spacious living room and plenty of potential to make it your own. The main floor includes a half bath, with an additional shower located in the basement. Outside, you’ll find both a 1-car attached garage and a detached 2-car garage, providing ample storage and workspace. Whether you’re looking for a personal residence, rental property, or fixer-upper project, this property presents a great investment opportunity with country charm and room to grow.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,032 (+5.3%)
$28,400 + $150,200
$178,600
2024
$1,930 (+16.8%)
$28,400 + $150,200
$178,600
2023
$1,652 (−5.8%)
$28,400 + $142,170
$170,570
2022
$1,754 (−1.0%)
$28,400 + $142,170
$170,570
2021
$1,772 (+2.2%)
$28,400 + $96,418
$124,818
2020
$1,734 (+7.8%)
$28,400 + $96,418
$124,818
2019
$1,608 (+0.9%)
$28,400 + $89,904
$118,304
2018
$1,594 (+17.9%)
$28,400 + $77,374
$105,774
2017
$1,352 (+2.9%)
$28,400 + $77,374
$105,774
2016
$1,314 (−0.3%)
$26,800 + $64,762
$91,562
2015
$1,318 (+3.5%)
$26,800 + $64,762
$91,562
2014
$1,274
$26,800 + $64,762
$91,562
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.92 Acres
Year renovated
1971
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,032
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,032
Year built
1971
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Boone County
APN
088427143400002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
Climate risks
7/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Boone, IA • 50036
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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48
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Sun exposure
77/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.5 hrs
4.4 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 1049 188th Rd
$137,387
$7,613 under list price of $145K
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