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513 NW Morningside Drive, Grimes, IA 50111

Polk County

Key Facts

4Beds
2Baths
1,040Sq Ft
1975Year Built
0.19Lot (acres)
2Garage

Description

Whether you're searching for your first home or the perfect place to grow, this beautifully updated home in a quiet Grimes neighborhood checks all the boxes. With over 1,300 sq ft of finished living space, this well-maintained home offers 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, plus a non-conforming lower-level bedroom or flex space for an office or playroom. Enjoy outdoor living with a spacious patio, fenced backyard, and room for entertaining, kids, or pets. The detached 2-car garage adds convenience and storage. Major updates include roof (2017), water heater (2020), and HVAC (2021). Recent improvements include new flooring, fresh interior and exterior paint, updated kitchen appliances, light fixtures, outlets, switches, smoke detectors, deck surfaces, refreshed fireplace, and renovated primary bath. Close to Waterworks Park, splash pad, shopping, restaurants, bike trails, Hwy 141, and I-35/80.

Property Information

Property Type

Residential

Sub-Type

Single Family Residence

Style

Split Level

Year Built

1975

Living Area

1,040 sq ft

Lot Size

0.19 acres

Lot Dimensions

70X120

Garage Spaces

2

Zoning

R-4

Days on Market

16

MLS® Listing#

743949

Property Features

Interior

Eat-in KitchenSee Remarks

Exterior

Storage

Appliances

CooktopDryerDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher

Cooling

Central Air

Heating

Natural GasForced Air

Flooring

Carpet

Fireplace

Wood Burning

Basement

Finished

Parking

DetachedGarage

Patio

Patio

Fencing

Chain LinkWood

Lot Features

Rectangular Lot

Construction

Metal Siding

Foundation

Block

Roof

AsphaltShingle

Security

Smoke Detector(s)

Other Structures

Storage

Utilities

Cable Available

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Public

Financial Details

HOA

None

Annual Taxes

$4,339

Parcel Number

31100347014000

Directions

Westbound on E 1st Street. North onto St James St. West onto NW 3rd St, North onto NW Morningside Drive. Home on East side of road.

Affordability Calculator

$61,000

Estimated monthly payment

$1,623/mo

Principal $244,000 · Est. interest $340,402 over 30 yrs

Neighborhood Market Statistics

How this home compares to active listings in Grimes, IA

$411,429
Median Listing Price
49
Median Days on Market
1,526
Median Sq Ft
$275
Median Price / Sq Ft
114
Active Listings
  • This home’s price is 26% below the area median.
  • Its price per sq ft is 7% above the area median.

Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Grimes, IA.

Location

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Points of Interest in Grimes, IA

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Nearby Schools

  • South Prairie Elementary

    Elementary · 0.5 mi away

  • Heritage Elementary School

    Elementary · 0.6 mi away

  • Grimes Child Development Center

    School · 0.8 mi away

  • Yellow Brick Road Grimes

    Elementary · 0.8 mi away

  • North Ridge Elementary

    Elementary · 1.2 mi away

  • Dallas Center-Grimes Community School District

    Secondary · 1.4 mi away

  • Dallas Center - Grimes CSD

    School · 2.0 mi away

  • Johnston Senior High School

    Secondary · 2.1 mi away

  • Horizon Elementary

    Elementary · 2.8 mi away

  • Traditions Children's Center V

    School · 2.9 mi away

  • Summit Middle School

    Secondary · 2.9 mi away

  • Beaver Creek Elementary School

    Elementary · 3.1 mi away

  • Urbandale Community School District

    School · 4.0 mi away

  • Radiant Elementary School

    Elementary · 4.1 mi away

  • Webster Elementary School

    Elementary · 4.1 mi away

  • Walnut Hills Elementary

    Elementary · 4.3 mi away

  • Des Moines Christian School

    Secondary · 4.4 mi away

  • Timber Ridge Elementary

    Elementary · 4.6 mi away

  • Johnston Community School District

    School · 4.7 mi away

  • Johnston Middle School

    Secondary · 4.8 mi away

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EXIT Agents in Grimes

Listing Courtesy: RE/MAX Concepts - (515) 689-8014

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