Sold185d on marketHistoric · 156 yrs
918 Locust St
Burlington, IA, 52601 • 52601 • Des Moines County
$102,500
$43/sqft
3Beds
2Baths
2,400Sqft
0.1 acLot
1870Built
Property DNA
Character Home
Built 1870 · 156 years of history
BARRETS SUB
52601
2-Car Garage
Concrete
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
4 views
People checking out this listing
185 days on market
Established listing
$43/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1870 · Historic
Spacious 2-Story Brick Home on Corner Lot – Perfect for Home Business or Daycare! This impressive 2-story brick home offers endless possibilities with its generous layout and versatile lower level, ideal for an in-home business, daycare, or extended living space. Located on corner lot, this property combines residential comfort with practical function. Inside, you'll find 3 spacious bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, offering ample space for living. The upper floors feature a traditional layout, while the huge lower level provides flexible space ready for your ideas—office suites, a play area, or client-friendly setup. and Main level laundry area. Modern updates include new vinyl windows, updated 200 amp electrical panel, a durable steel roof, and PEX water lines for peace of mind. The home also features a full basement and an attached 2-car garage, adding to its convenience and storage options. Plus Hi efficiency heat and air conditioning. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a solid, well-maintained home with business potential—all in one.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights versatile lower level, generous layout, and residential comfort as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$669/month
Principal & Interest$532
Property Tax$103
Insurance$34
Down payment20% ($20,500)
3%50%
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $82,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1870
HeatingForced Air
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot4,356 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1870
Systems
HeatingForced Air
CoolingCentral Air
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingConcrete
Garage2 spaces
BasementPartial
Lot4,356 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood52601
Annual tax$1,498
Parcel1605458005
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
5 categories of property features
Interior Features
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Accessibility
None
Exterior Features
Parking
Concrete
Construction
Brick
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market185
Est. value$104,100
Est. rent$1,419/mo
Tax rate1.53%
Price/sqft$43
On marketAug 29, 2025
PostedAug 29, 2025
Last sold$102,500
MLS statusSold
MLS updatedOct 6, 2025
Tour days6
Views4
How are the schools in Burlington?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Burlington, IA, 52601
Price history
11 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Oct 6, 2025Sold$102,500$43NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 2, 2025Pending Sale$104,900$44NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 29, 2025Listed For Sale$104,900$44NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Jan 14, 2013Sold$17,375$7Public Record
Feb 14, 2012Listing Removed$22,500$9Visual Tour
Feb 11, 2012Listed For Sale$22,500$9Visual Tour
Feb 1, 2012Sold$10,000$4Public Record
Dec 8, 2011Price Change$22,000$9Homepath
Nov 18, 2011Price Change$24,900$10Fannie Mae
Oct 13, 2011Listed For Sale$27,000$11Fannie Mae
Nov 7, 2006Sold$55,000$23Public Record
Sold$102,500
Oct 6, 2025•$43/sqft•NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$104,900
Oct 2, 2025•$44/sqft•NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$104,900
Aug 29, 2025•$44/sqft•NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$17,375
Jan 14, 2013•$7/sqft•Public Record
Listing Removed$22,500
Feb 14, 2012•$9/sqft•Visual Tour
Listed For Sale$22,500
Feb 11, 2012•$9/sqft•Visual Tour
Sold$10,000
Feb 1, 2012•$4/sqft•Public Record
Price Change$22,000
Dec 8, 2011•$9/sqft•Homepath
Price Change$24,900
Nov 18, 2011•$10/sqft•Fannie Mae
Listed For Sale$27,000
Oct 13, 2011•$11/sqft•Fannie Mae
Sold$55,000
Nov 7, 2006•$23/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
20 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2025$1,496$88,100
Apr 10, 2024$1,308$77,000
Apr 10, 2023$1,476$77,000
Apr 10, 2022$1,498$73,600
Apr 10, 2021$1,326$73,600
Apr 10, 2020—$60,700
Apr 10, 2019—$51,900
Apr 10, 2018—$52,100
Apr 10, 2017$1,182$50,200
Apr 10, 2016$1,187$50,200
Apr 10, 2015$1,144$50,200
Apr 10, 2014$1,158$52,100
Apr 10, 2013$1,130—
Apr 10, 2012$1,096—
Apr 10, 2011$1,068—
Apr 10, 2010$1,056—
Apr 10, 2009$986—
Apr 10, 2008$934—
Apr 10, 2007$268—
Apr 10, 2005$128—
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Burlington, IA • Des Moines County
Nearby neighborhoods
Oak Hills
Nearby cities
BurlingtonDanvilleMediapolisMiddletownOakvilleSperryWest BurlingtonYarmouth
Nearby zip codes
52601
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