4+ acres on paving with a well-built 2 story brick home, fenced pasture, no covenants and less than 30 minutes to Jordan Creek exit. This 4 BR, 2 BA home has the details of a turn of the century 4 square home you expect, formal dining room w/ built-in hutch, crown moldings and built-in linen closet, remodeled front porch and side porch. But it also has the modern conveniences desired, like main floor laundry, ¾ bath on main, 4 bedrooms with walk-in closets, gas and electric for kitchen stove, brand new dishwasher w/ water sensors, other kitchen appliances in past few years, newer roof, gutters, hot water heater, radon mitigation, most windows have been replaced, ceiling fans, new carpet, ductless air conditioning in the majority of the house(2025). If 2120 sq ft of finish isn’t enough room for you, the 3rd story is huge and could be finished nicely. Can you say concrete! The concrete drive is newer, as well as the sidewalk and back patio. Plenty of room for parking vehicles/campers/ ATVs with a 36x32 pole building and original carriage house. This property would be perfect for a hobby farmer, for raising 4H animals, or for the one wanting to be self-sustaining. Located on a solid surface road. The west side of the property offers a park-like setting, Beautiful!
Vacant landProperty Type
1928Year Built
4.03 acresLot Size
$92,270Price/Acres
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jennifer Stover• Madison County Realty
Contact: (515) 462-3120
Bought with Nicholas Scar• Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Presenting a rare opportunity to own a 1920's 2-story brick farmhouse. This property has nearly five acres of land, is located on a paved highway and is just a short 30 minute drive to the western suburbs. 4 spacious carpeted bedrooms provide plenty of space for multiple purposes. The master bedroom has a private balcony with amazing views of the surrounding countryside. A large, accessible attic and basement offer lots of storage space along with great potential to finish. Original woodwork and hardwood floors on main level, including a built in buffet in the dining room. The spacious kitchen was recently remodeled. Main floor laundry just off the kitchen. An invisible fence is installed around the entire perimeter of the property. Fabulous landscaping with Maples, Crabapples, Willows, and a variety of fruit trees planted in the last few years. No restrictive covenants. A must see property with endless potential!
Other Features: Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 2
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle
Construction Details: Brick
Has Home Warranty
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 4.03
Lot Size Acres: 4.03
Lot Features: Irregular Lot
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Zoning: Res
Property Information
Foundation Details: Block
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,160.26
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Rural, Well
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water, Propane
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,120
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4.43 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1928
Year Renovated: —
County: Madison County
APN: 250042128020000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Earlham Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.2mi
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Earlham Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.2mi
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Earlham Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.2mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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
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Historical weather
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Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 1% for direct sun exposure in Earlham. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$375,000 – $453,000
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