This Palo acreage with a 2,800+ sqft walk-out ranch home is just waiting for the right buyer – one who sees the potential after some updates & brings the vision to life! A detached 3-car garage, plus a 3-car attached garage, gazebo, & hobby shed nestled on 1.04 acres offers all the space you’re looking for. The front porch welcomes you inside to a tile entry, neutral carpet/paint, vaulted ceilings, & gas fireplace with tile surround in the great room. Choose from a daily dining space off the kitchen or a formal dining room with slider access to the deck. The kitchen features oak cabinets, pull-out shelving, & a breakfast bar. Three good-sized bedrooms are on the main level, including the Primary Suite with big walk-in closet & an ensuite bath with dual sinks, jetted tub, & separate shower. A full bath in the hallway, large laundry room with utility sink, & additional storage areas complete the main level. Downstairs, enjoy 1,000+ sqft of semi-finished living space in the rec room, entertaining area with bar, another gas fireplace with tile surround, a non-conforming 4th bedroom with indoor hot tub, a half bath with infrared sauna, storm shelter/room, and walk-out access to the patio & acreage! Community well & septic; easy access to Hwy 100 for commuting, shopping, & dining. Bring your updating ideas & make this place shine!
Est. $3,711 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 6808 Michael Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CRAAR, CDRMLS #2605107
Aug 24, 2026
Sold
$421,000
$149/sq ft
Aug 19, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 17, 2026
Listed
$450,000
$159/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 22, 1999
Sold
$222,500
$79/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,872 (−0.6%)
$65,000 + $342,600
$407,600
2024
$3,896 (−1.3%)
$65,000 + $323,100
$388,100
2023
$3,948 (+1.6%)
$65,000 + $323,100
$388,100
2022
$3,884 (+4.6%)
$65,000 + $266,300
$331,300
2021
$3,712 (−11.6%)
$65,000 + $266,300
$331,300
2020
$4,198 (+6.1%)
$50,200 + $245,800
$296,000
2019
$3,956 (+2.4%)
$50,200 + $245,800
$296,000
2018
$3,862 (−0.3%)
$50,200 + $229,000
$279,200
2017
$3,874 (+2.5%)
$50,200 + $229,000
$279,200
2016
$3,778 (+1.6%)
$50,200 + $217,500
$267,700
2014
$3,720
$50,200 + $217,500
$267,700
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
4
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.04 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,614
Year built
1997
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Linn County
APN
13151-02011-00000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
VR
Village Residential District
The purpose of the village residential district is to maintain the existing character of residential neighborhoods within the rural villages, while encouraging rehabilitation of existing buildings and ensuring that new infill development can occur in a way that is compatible with this existing character.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Community / recreation center
Bank
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Fire house
Police station
Park & open space
Sep 16, 2014 • Final
Building
Remodel
Sep 16, 2009 • Final
Building
ADU
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Attached, Detached, Garage, Heated Garage, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Sauna
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Water Softener Owned, Washer
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas, Great Room, Recreation Room
Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full, Walk-Out Access
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Pool Information
Has Spa/Hot Tub
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,814
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,020
Construction Materials: Frame, Vinyl Siding
Property Features
Accessibility Features: Therapeutic Whirlpool
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size : 1.04
Lot Size Dimensions: 45,302
Lot Size Area: 1.04
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.04
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,372
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Shared Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Maple Grove
Middle Or Junior School: Taft
High School: Kennedy
Location Information
Directions: From Covington Rd, east on N Glen Rd, south on Carrier Rd. Home is at the corner of Carrier Rd & Michael Rd
Community Information
Building Features: Sauna
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,614
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.04 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1997
Year Renovated: —
County: Linn County
APN: 13151-02011-00000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: CedarRapidsAreaAssociationOfRealtors
Around this home
Schools
Jackson Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.3mi
6/10
Taft Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
7/10
John F Kennedy High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.2mi
3/10
Provided by GreatSchools
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
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Palo, IA • 52324
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
28
12
36
19
57
34
63
43
73
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84
68
81
63
80
57
69
47
49
33
34
19
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.6 hrs
6.2 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$410,000 – $496,000
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