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Sold for $295,000 on 08/04/25
  • $295,000

    903 S James St, Grimes, IA 50111

    3beds
    2,028sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1925
    0.28 Acres Lot
    $285,000 Zestimate®
    $145/sqft
    $2,020 Estimated rent

    What's special

    A new, stunning custom kitchen crowns this 1920’s Craftsman with much of its original character restored. Built-in bookcases, refinished hardwood floors, and oak pillars grace a completely renovated first floor. Dozens of updates include: New siding, gutters, soffits, and fascia, main-floor laundry and half bath, kitchen cabinets, antique kitchen sink, faucet, drainboards, quartz countertops, refinished hardwood floors (main floor), newer double-paned windows through most of home, newly installed basement bathroom, new ceilings on main floor, automatic thermostat-controlled attic fan and vent, and more. This original farmhouse was moved to Grimes - conveniently across the street from the Grimes South Sports Complex and South Prairie Elementary - in the early 2000s, and set upon a full, but yet unfinished, poured concrete foundation. The new basement's tall ceilings, two egress windows, and a full bathroom provide opportunity for even more expansion, additional bedrooms, and living space. The second story could use updates, but each bedroom has a ceiling fan and walk-in closet, and the master’s second-story sunroom makes the perfect office or library. Plus, the home’s wide front porch provides lovely sunset views, and the front and back deck offer fantastic entertainment space. Viewing note: Current owners have an indoor cat; please close exterior doors behind you. Sale is subject to finding home of choice.

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: August 05, 2025 at 11:46am

    Listed by:

    Lynn Benson (515)491-9360,

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    Bought with:

    Michelle Platts

    1 Percent Lists Evolution

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 718350MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
    • Laundry: Main Level
    Features
    • Separate/Formal Dining Room, Window Treatments
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
    • Basement: Egress Windows,Partially Finished
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,028
    • Total interior livable area: 2,028 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
    • Garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Covered, Deck
    • Exterior features: Deck
    Lot
    • Size: 0.28 Acres
    • Dimensions: 90 x 134
    • Features: Rectangular Lot
    Details
    • Parcel number: 31100305750021
    • Zoning: Resid

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Craftsman,Two Story
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Vinyl Siding
    • Foundation: Poured
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1925

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Grimes

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
    • Road surface type: Concrete
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