Looking for a lovely new home that's move-in ready? Look no further than this charming 2-bedroom brick ranch! Tucked away on a quiet, park-like corner lot, this home boasts an oversized 2-stall garage and a darling front porch that's perfect for greeting guests. Inside, you'll find an open floor plan with plenty of natural light and lots of character-filled details. From the beautiful brick fireplace in the sitting room/dining room to the hardwood floors throughout, this home is sure to impress. The kitchen features newer countertops and subway tile, and sliding glass doors lead out to a quaint back deck with new fence where you can enjoy summer evenings overlooking the private landscaped yard. Upstairs, the large dormer attic offers plenty of potential for additional living space or storage. Located just steps from Prospect Blvd and within walking distance of Kingsley Elementary, this home is in the perfect location!
Single-familyProperty Type
1928Year Built
8,400 sq ftLot Size
$142Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Bethany Benner• Oakridge Real Estate
Bought with Hannah Chambers• Focus Real Estate, LLC
This home is completely charming as can be and ready for you to move right in!! This character-filled 2 bedroom brick ranch sits in a quiet park like corner lot with an over sized 2 stall garage. As you step onto the darling front porch and walk through the front door you'll find an open floor plan with a formal living room that leads into a sitting room/dining room with a beautiful brick fireplace and hardwood floors. You will love all the light streaming through the windows in this space. Kitchen features newer counter tops and subway tile. Step off the kitchen through sliding glass doors that lead to a quaint back deck and enjoy your summer evenings overlooking the beautiful private landscaped yard with it's lovely perianal flowers and gardening area. The large dormer attic above has potential to be finished as well. This home is in a perfect location. .. just steps away from Prospect Blvd and walking distance to Kingsley Elementary, close to many amenities. Come check this one out today!!
NEIRBR as distributed by MLS GRID #20213189
Aug 30, 2021
Sold
$129,000
$111/sq ft
Jul 8, 2021
Listed
$139,900
$120/sq ft
+20
Character filled 2 bedroom brick ranch just steps from Prospect Blvd. This warm and inviting home sits on a park like corner lot with an over sized 2 car garage. Step inside and enjoy the open floor plan and south facing windows. Main level family room has a beautiful fireplace and mantle. Kitchen features new counter and subway tile back splash. Built-ins throughout add that custom touch. Enjoy those summer evenings sitting on the spacious deck or step in to the backyard and enjoy a fire in the private backyard.
Public Records
Nov 24, 2014
Sold
$97,000
$84/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,872 (−4.1%)
$22,500 + $129,110
$151,610
2025
$2,996 (+15.2%)
$22,500 + $129,110
$151,610
2024
$2,600 (+11.6%)
$22,500 + $129,110
$151,610
2023
$2,330 (+2.8%)
$22,500 + $125,850
$148,350
2022
$2,266 (+1.6%)
$22,500 + $118,050
$140,550
2021
$2,230 (+2.4%)
$22,500 + $92,470
$114,970
2020
$2,178 (−1.2%)
$16,500 + $90,560
$107,060
2019
$2,204 (+1.1%)
$16,500 + $90,040
$106,540
2018
$2,180 (−3.2%)
$16,500 + $90,040
$106,540
2017
$2,252 (−3.8%)
$16,500 + $90,040
$106,540
2016
$2,340 (+6.1%)
$16,500 + $90,040
$106,540
2014
$2,206
$16,500 + $90,350
$106,850
Tax history for 202 Arden St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,872 (−4.1%)
$22,500 + $129,110
$151,610
2025
$2,996 (+15.2%)
$22,500 + $129,110
$151,610
2024
$2,600 (+11.6%)
$22,500 + $129,110
$151,610
2023
$2,330 (+2.8%)
$22,500 + $125,850
$148,350
2022
$2,266 (+1.6%)
$22,500 + $118,050
$140,550
2021
$2,230 (+2.4%)
$22,500 + $92,470
$114,970
2020
$2,178 (−1.2%)
$16,500 + $90,560
$107,060
2019
$2,204 (+1.1%)
$16,500 + $90,040
$106,540
2018
$2,180 (−3.2%)
$16,500 + $90,040
$106,540
2017
$2,252 (−3.8%)
$16,500 + $90,040
$106,540
2016
$2,340 (+6.1%)
$16,500 + $90,040
$106,540
2014
$2,206
$16,500 + $90,350
$106,850
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
60 ft.
Lot depth
140 ft.
Lot size
8,407 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,161
Year built
1928
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Black Hawk County
APN
891334226011
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 14, 2026.
R-1
One and Two Family Residence District
The R-1 District is intended to provide for areas of the community which are suitable for low density residential uses that are adjacent to residential, professional office or neighborhood commercial uses. Any outside storage of materials or equipment shall be limited and clearly incidental and accessory to the Principal Permitted Use, and shall not include the outside storage of junk or salvage material or similar debris. Outside storage of materials or equipment shall not be permitted in a front yard. This provision shall not restrict the outside storage of licensed and operable vehicles that are accessory and clearly incidental to the Principal Permitted Use.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Infrastructure
Public service
Educational/school
Recreation
Golf related
Cemetery
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Carport
# of Carport Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Interior Features
Flooring: Hardwood
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Room Information
Laundry Features: Lower Level
Has Basement
Basement Details: Block
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
Roof: Asphalt
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
Property Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Lot Size Dimensions: 60 x 140
Lot Size Acres: 0.19
Zoning Description: R-1
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,525.01
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Kingsley Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Hoover Intermediate
High School: West High
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,161
Stories: —
Lot Size: 8,407 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1928
Year Renovated: —
County: Black Hawk County
APN: 891334226011
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 14, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Kingsley Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
6/10
Hoover Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
6/10
West High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
5/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 19-29% 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 101° expected this year, 16 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 10.1 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$158,000 – $191,000
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