Sensational on Sunset! This gorgeous Tudor home offers modern updates alongside character! Nestled in the Kingsley neighborhood, and just steps away from Irv Warren Golf Course, this home is truly one-of-a-kind. Inside the front door, follow the beautiful hardwood flooring into the spacious living room, which features a magnificent marble fireplace with a carved mantle. Beyond the living area, french doors lead to a spectacular sunroom that provides the perfect space for an office or reading room. The formal dining area boasts character-filled corner hutches and leads to the updated kitchen with high end cabinets, hard surface countertops, farmhouse sink, stainless appliances, and tile backsplash. On the next level, you'll find a large laundry room with custom built-ins to keep your family organized. A bathroom connects to the first of four generous bedrooms in the upper levels. You'll love the sizable master bedroom, which has a perfect sitting porch for enjoying your morning coffee or evenings with a book. A bathroom with amazing mid-century charm and a walk-in closet sit near the master and an additional bedroom. The forth bedroom towers at the top of the property and boast built-ins and a large closet for storage or a spectacular play room. The lower level provides a second living space/rec room off the garage entry. Step outside into the fenced backyard and you'll love the peaceful patio with a pond and waterfall feature. Another patio area sits near the front of the 2-stall garage, which has a bonus loft inside that provides more storage, or makes a perfect hangout/kids retreat zone! The exterior is teeming with beautiful hosta beds, flowers, shrubs, landscaping, a firepit area, and has even more open yard space beyond the garage. Don't miss your chance to own this iconic Sunset home!
Truly one of a kind! This impeccable and unique split-level home offers character and charm you’ll love with the modern updates you need! The amount of craftsmanship and beautiful finishes around every corner make this property a must-see all while residing in a historic neighborhood right next to Irv Warren Golf Course. Step inside and you’ll immediately fall in love with the beautiful hardwood flooring flowing throughout the living room along with the black marble fireplace and attached sunroom offering double french doors and great views all around. Moving into the formal dining room, you’ll notice two built-in corner hutches, matching paneled windows, and elegant chandelier lighting. The kitchen has been wonderfully updated with Samsung appliances, stainless farmhouse sink, tile backsplash, and high-end countertops and cabinets. Moving to the upper levels, you’ll appreciate distinct bedroom spaces as well as the separate laundry room fit with custom built-ins. The upper-level master is a stunning getaway offering dark stained hardwood flooring and an attached den you’ll love! This awesome master is next to the hallway full bathroom and walk-in closet. You’ll also enjoy the three additional bedrooms that are just as cute as the next. Finishing the upper level, you have a jack and jill bathroom along with the laundry room and an additional bedroom. The lower level also showcases a great rec room and family room with multiple patios at your convenience. Exterior amenities include an extensive driveway to the double stall garage, a new roof, and both fenced and non-fenced backyards. Do not miss out on such a meticulously maintained and character filled home! See for yourself today!
Public Records
Jul 27, 2010
Sold
$217,000
$97/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,480 (+8.6%)
$41,200 + $230,250
$271,450
2024
$5,044 (+9.3%)
$41,200 + $230,250
$271,450
2023
$4,614 (+2.8%)
$41,200 + $221,590
$262,790
2022
$4,490 (−2.2%)
$41,200 + $221,590
$262,790
2021
$4,590 (+5.2%)
$41,200 + $177,730
$218,930
2020
$4,362 (−1.0%)
$33,480 + $177,730
$211,210
2019
$4,406 (+0.9%)
$33,480 + $171,040
$204,520
2018
$4,366 (−3.0%)
$33,480 + $171,040
$204,520
2017
$4,502 (−3.0%)
$33,480 + $171,040
$204,520
2016
$4,640 (+5.4%)
$33,480 + $171,040
$204,520
2014
$4,404
$33,480 + $162,040
$195,520
Tax history for 554 Sunset Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,480 (+8.6%)
$41,200 + $230,250
$271,450
2024
$5,044 (+9.3%)
$41,200 + $230,250
$271,450
2023
$4,614 (+2.8%)
$41,200 + $221,590
$262,790
2022
$4,490 (−2.2%)
$41,200 + $221,590
$262,790
2021
$4,590 (+5.2%)
$41,200 + $177,730
$218,930
2020
$4,362 (−1.0%)
$33,480 + $177,730
$211,210
2019
$4,406 (+0.9%)
$33,480 + $171,040
$204,520
2018
$4,366 (−3.0%)
$33,480 + $171,040
$204,520
2017
$4,502 (−3.0%)
$33,480 + $171,040
$204,520
2016
$4,640 (+5.4%)
$33,480 + $171,040
$204,520
2014
$4,404
$33,480 + $162,040
$195,520
*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
4
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
154 ft.
Lot size
0.35 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,527
Year built
1934
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Black Hawk County
APN
891334176016
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 12, 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
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Block, Unfinished
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Door Features: French Doors
Roof: Asphalt
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stone, Stucco
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Lot Size Dimensions: 100 x 154
Lot Size Acres: 0.354
Zoning Description: R-1
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,557
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: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,527
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1934
Year Renovated: —
County: Black Hawk County
APN: 891334176016
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 12, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Kingsley Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
6/10
Hoover Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
6/10
West High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
3/10
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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
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
June and 4 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.1 hrs
4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$306,000 – $370,000
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