Set in the desirable Scenic Heights subdivision of Elgin, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the best of both worlds. Enjoy picturesque views of the town from the front, while the back reveals the sweeping countryside —perfectly framed by a spacious deck, patio, and charming pergola ideal for outdoor entertaining. Start by contacting your lender to secure a pre-approval, then connect with your preferred real estate agent to schedule your showing.
Single-familyProperty Type
1975Year Built
0.29 acresLot Size
$106Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Jeff Marcks• EXIT Realty Driftless Group
Bought with Jeff Marcks• EXIT Realty Driftless Group
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Market trends in 52141, IA
Last updated August 2026
Sale-to-List Price
96.3%
+2.6% MoM
Median sale price
$252K
$133K MoM
Avg. days on market
21d
5 days MoM
Recently sold homes
2
1 MoM
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Sale history for 117 Sunset St
Date
Event
Price
NEIRBR as distributed by MLS GRID #20253649
Sep 24, 2025
Sold
$185,000
$96/sq ft
Aug 6, 2025
Pending
—
Jul 31, 2025
Listed
$189,000
$98/sq ft
NEIRBR as distributed by MLS GRID #20212861
Aug 18, 2021
Sold
$173,000
$90/sq ft
Jun 21, 2021
Listed
$169,000
$88/sq ft
+16
Located on the edge of town, on a non-thru street, with country fields in your back yard & valley views out the front . This property has had many updates, including new living room and hallway flooring in 2019, all new doors and trim spring of 2020. The main floor features a kitchen open to the dining room area with south facing Patio doors from dining room to the deck. living room and full bath with jacuzzi tub, and 3 bedrooms. The lower level has laundry, bathroom, and family room, with garage located off the family room. The lower level was remodeled approx. . 2016.
NEIRBR as distributed by MLS GRID #20203652
Sep 21, 2020
Sold
$141,000
$73/sq ft
Jul 24, 2020
Listed
$139,900
$73/sq ft
+19
Location, Location!!Enjoy the amenities of being in town, but the quietness of being in the country. This home is located on the edge of town, and the end of a non-thru street. Great views out both the front and back of this property. Many updates to this property, such as new living room and hallway flooring 2019, new chain link fence fall 2018, new pergola 2019, all new doors and trim spring 2020, Walk way beside house 2018. The main floor features a nice size kitchen, open to the dining room, living room and 3 bedrooms with a full bath and Jacuzzi tub. The back yard features a deck and large patio great for entertaining. This home is move-in-ready!
Public Records
Nov 12, 2019
Sold
$57,500
$30/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 18, 2018
Sold
$70,000
$36/sq ft
Public Records
May 7, 2018
Sold
$135,000
$70/sq ft
NEIRBR as distributed by MLS GRID #20176072
May 4, 2018
Sold
$134,900
$70/sq ft
Nov 3, 2017
Listed
$134,900
$70/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,204 (+2.2%)
$17,820 + $162,500
$180,320
2024
$2,156 (−7.4%)
$17,820 + $162,500
$180,320
2023
$2,328 (−1.0%)
$17,820 + $142,590
$160,410
2022
$2,352 (−11.5%)
$17,820 + $142,590
$160,410
2021
$2,658 (+2.9%)
$14,850 + $111,640
$126,490
2020
$2,584 (+5.3%)
$8,910 + $122,430
$131,340
2019
$2,454 (+17.1%)
$8,910 + $122,430
$131,340
2018
$2,096 (+4.1%)
$8,910 + $122,430
$131,340
2017
$2,014 (+1.4%)
$8,910 + $103,470
$112,380
2016
$1,986 (−2.5%)
$8,910 + $92,010
$100,920
2015
$2,036 (+6.9%)
$8,910 + $92,010
$100,920
2014
$1,904
$8,910 + $92,010
$100,920
Tax history for 117 Sunset St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,204 (+2.2%)
$17,820 + $162,500
$180,320
2024
$2,156 (−7.4%)
$17,820 + $162,500
$180,320
2023
$2,328 (−1.0%)
$17,820 + $142,590
$160,410
2022
$2,352 (−11.5%)
$17,820 + $142,590
$160,410
2021
$2,658 (+2.9%)
$14,850 + $111,640
$126,490
2020
$2,584 (+5.3%)
$8,910 + $122,430
$131,340
2019
$2,454 (+17.1%)
$8,910 + $122,430
$131,340
2018
$2,096 (+4.1%)
$8,910 + $122,430
$131,340
2017
$2,014 (+1.4%)
$8,910 + $103,470
$112,380
2016
$1,986 (−2.5%)
$8,910 + $92,010
$100,920
2015
$2,036 (+6.9%)
$8,910 + $92,010
$100,920
2014
$1,904
$8,910 + $92,010
$100,920
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
125 ft.
Lot size
0.29 Acres
Year renovated
1975
Sq. Ft.
1,927
Year built
1975
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fayette County
APN
0814428002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Carport
# of Carport Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Oversized
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Propane, Baseboard
Interior Features
Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Water Softener
Fireplace Features: None
Room Information
Laundry Features: Lower Level
Has Basement
Basement Details: Block, Partially Finished
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Asphalt
Building Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 775
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Features
Accessibility Features: Therapeutic Whirlpool
Other Structures: Gazebo, Storage
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Landscaped, Sloped
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Lot Size Dimensions: 100 x 125
Lot Size Acres: 0.29
Zoning Description: R1-SF
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,315.99
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: N Fayette Valley
Middle Or Junior School: North Fayette Valley
High School: North Fayette Valley
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,927
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.29 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1975
Year Renovated: 1975
County: Fayette County
APN: 0814428002
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 5, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Valley Elementary School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 1.8mi
8/10
North Fayette Valley Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
6/10
North Fayette Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.8mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10 hours in
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