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5 Beds
2 Baths
2,845 sqft

$212,000

1216 Elm Street, Grinnell IA, 50112

Price per sqft$74.52
Built in1900
Property size2,845 sqft
Property typeResidential

Overview

Active

Listed Nov 5, 2026

Updated 28h ago

Explore this historic foursquare, ready for a comprehensive renovation and brimming with potential. The home offers 2,977 square feet across three floors. The home’s excellent location puts you minutes from downtown and the hospital, just one block from Grinnell College, and a five-minute walk from Ahrens Park. Step onto the welcoming covered front porch before entering a charming vestibule. You're greeted with original woodwork, arched entryways, hardwood floors, and generous space for entertaining. The main floor features a spacious foyer with a grand staircase, plus a second staircase off the kitchen, along with a living room, parlor, and dining room. Conveniently, the laundry is located just off the kitchen. A walk-in shower was added to the main-level bathroom this summer. Upstairs are three bedrooms, a study, and a bathroom. Continue to the finished attic to find two additional bedrooms and a storage room— this area is filled with possibilities. Though unfinished, the basement provides generous storage space. The interior is ready for updating, while exterior improvements include a new roof and paint. Storm doors on the east side of the home were replaced this fall. Natural light fills the home, and the two east-facing sunrooms offer great potential. The garage, accessible from the alley, has room for 3 vehicles and is in need of TLC. Don’t miss the chance to bring your vision to this structurally sound home. Come see how you can make it truly special!

$1,410/mo

Est. mortgage payment based on a $212,000 home price.

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Additional information

MLS® ID
752468

Interior Features

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
2
Fireplace
Yes
Cooling
Yes
Heating
Yes
Basement
Yes

Exterior Features

Lot Size
0.36 Acres

Other Property Details

Taxes
$3,704
Tax Frequency
Annually
New Construction
Yes
55+/Senior Community
No

 

Courtesy of Ramsey Weeks Real Estate, Rachel Arseneault,
Listing Contact: (641) 236-3141 

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