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    • $479,900

    12286 Federal Ave, Colfax, IA 50054

    6beds
    2,268sqft
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    $3,506/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2003
    0.91 Acres Lot
    $466,200 Zestimate®
    $212/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Finished basementNice size family roomSpacious primary suiteExpansive yard
    Spacious 6-Bedroom Home on Nearly an Acre in Colfax with Finished Basement, Pool & More! A rare opportunity to enjoy space, flexibility, and country-style living just outside the city limits! This expansive 6-bedroom, 3½-bath home is designed for all. Step inside to discover a nice size family room, dining room w/a gas fireplace, perfect setting for gatherings. Spacious primary suite offers its own shower and relaxing jetted tub, while the additional bedrooms provide plenty of room for family, guests, hobbies, or a dedicated home office. The fully finished basement takes the possibilities even further with a kitchenette, theater room, and workout room, 2 bedrooms with egress and a bathroom. The basement has the flexibility today's families are looking for. Outside, the property truly shines. Set on just under an acre outside the city limits, there's plenty of space to enjoy the outdoors without sacrificing convenience. Cool off in the above-ground saltwater pool (also heated), enjoy the expansive yard, or take advantage of the multiple storage options with three sheds. A two-car attached garage plus carport provides abundant parking and storage for vehicles, recreational equipment, toys, and more. Major updates offer additional peace of mind, including a full roof replacement approximately three years ago, with the furnace and central air approximately five years old.
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    Listed by:

    Heather Rawlins (515)478-6780,

    Iowa Realty Colfax

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 747218MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 6
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 2
      Heating
      • Electric, Propane
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen
      • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
      • Basement: Finished
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Gas, Vented
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,268
      • Total interior livable area: 2,268 sqft
      • Finished area below ground: 1,180
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Attached, Carport, Garage, Two Car Garage
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      • Has carport: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: Grab Bars
      Features
      • Levels: One and One Half
      • Stories: 1.5
      • Patio & porch: Deck
      • Exterior features: Deck, Fire Pit, Storage
      • Pool features: Above Ground, Heated, Outdoor Pool
      Lot
      • Size: 0.91 Acres
      • Features: Rectangular Lot
      Details
      • Additional structures: Storage
      • Parcel number: 1103101009
      • Zoning: Res

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: One and One Half Story,Traditional
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Block
      • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 2003

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Rural

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Colfax

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $212/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $356,810
      • Annual tax amount: $4,511
      • Date on market: 8/13/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 3 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Gravel

        Estimated market value

        $466,200

        $443,000 - $490,000

        $2,127/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/13/2026Listed for sale$479,900+284.2%$212/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #747218 Report a problem
        4/21/2011Sold$124,900-3.8%$55/sqft
        Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5445842 Report a problem
        2/13/2011Pending sale$129,900$57/sqft
        Source: Fannie Mae #63192 Report a problem
        1/31/2011Price change$129,900-11.6%$57/sqft
        Source: Fannie Mae #63192 Report a problem
        12/4/2010Listed for sale$147,000$65/sqft
        Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem
        10/4/2010Listing removed$147,000$65/sqft
        Source: Fannie Mae Report a problem
        9/24/2010Price change$147,000-32.4%$65/sqft
        Source: Fannie Mae Report a problem
        9/21/2010Listed for sale--
        Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem
        9/13/2010Sold$217,573$96/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025-- $356,810 +16.1%
        2024-- $307,340
        2023-- $307,340 +28.1%
        2022$3,212 +12%$239,990 +8.8%
        2021$2,868 -1.1%$220,550 +20.2%
        2020$2,899 +3.2%$183,520
        2019$2,809 +9.2%$183,520 +15.8%
        2018$2,573 +9%$158,490 +9.3%
        2017$2,360 -2.1%$144,940 +0.1%
        2016$2,410 $144,840 -0.2%
        2015$2,410 $145,120
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 50054

        Getting around

        4 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        6 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • District: Colfax-Mingo

        Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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