For Sale30d on marketHistoric · 146 yrs
121 S Merrill St
Preston, IA, 52069 • 52069 • Jackson County
$123,900
$90/sqft
-$5,000 since Mar 25, 2026
Down payment assistance available
2Beds
2Baths
1,384Sqft
0.17 acLot
1880Built
Property DNA
Character Home
Built 1880 · 146 years of history
Outdoor Living
Patio
2-Car Garage
Gravel · No Garage · Yes · Detached · Garage
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Listed 30 days ago · 476 views · 11 saves
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Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1880 · Historic
This 1,384 sq ft home that features 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, main level bonus room & detached garage provides endless opportunities! Whether you're searching for a primary residence or an already existing investment property, look no further - this home is sure to meet your needs. The back yard also features two patio spaces for enjoying the Iowa weather to come! Property is being sold as-is. Call to schedule your private showing today!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights detached garage and main level bonus room as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$808/month
Principal & Interest$643
Property Tax$124
Insurance$41
Down payment20% ($24,780)
3%50%
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $99,120 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1880
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot7,200 sqft
Days on Zillow30 Days
Price/sqft$90
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1880
Stories2
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
RoofMetal
ConstructionVinyl Siding
Water / SewerCommunity / Community Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingGravel, No Garage, Yes, Detached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementUnfinished,Partial
Lot7,200 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood52069
Annual tax$1,684
Parcel882028361008000
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
8 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
Main Level
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Gravel
No Garage
Yes
Detached
Garage
Construction
Vinyl Siding
Patio & Porch
Patio
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second12×14 ft168 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom2
Second12×13 ft156 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom3
Bedroom4
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market30
Est. rent$1,181/mo
Tax rate1.25%
Price/sqft$90
On marketMar 11, 2026
PostedMar 11, 2026
Last sold$42,500
MLS statusActive
MLS updatedMar 30, 2026
Tour days9
Views476
Favorites11
How are the schools in Preston?
2 schools rated nearby
Location
Preston, IA, 52069
Price history
8 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 25, 2026Price Change$123,900$90MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 11, 2026Listed For Sale$128,900$93MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
May 17, 2023Sold$42,500$31Public Record
Jun 27, 2008Sold$35,000$25Public Record
Mar 19, 2008Listing Removed$24,000$17Listhub
Feb 9, 2008Price Change$24,000$17Listhub
Jan 5, 2008Listed For Sale$27,000$20Listhub
Apr 30, 2007Sold$71,508$52Public Record
Price Change$123,900
Mar 25, 2026•$90/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$128,900
Mar 11, 2026•$93/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$42,500
May 17, 2023•$31/sqft•Public Record
Sold$35,000
Jun 27, 2008•$25/sqft•Public Record
Listing Removed$24,000
Mar 19, 2008•$17/sqft•Listhub
Price Change$24,000
Feb 9, 2008•$17/sqft•Listhub
Listed For Sale$27,000
Jan 5, 2008•$20/sqft•Listhub
Sold$71,508
Apr 30, 2007•$52/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
19 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2025$1,684$119,000
Apr 10, 2024$1,658$103,300
Apr 10, 2023$1,538$103,300
Apr 10, 2022$1,500$84,100
Apr 10, 2021$1,392$84,100
Apr 10, 2020$1,352$75,400
Apr 10, 2019$1,278$75,400
Apr 10, 2018$1,208$71,400
Apr 10, 2017$1,136$69,300
Apr 10, 2016$1,220$69,300
Apr 10, 2015$1,196$69,300
Apr 10, 2014$1,118$69,300
Apr 10, 2013$1,042—
Apr 10, 2012$882—
Apr 10, 2011$920—
Apr 10, 2010$942—
Apr 10, 2009$894—
Apr 10, 2008$849—
Apr 10, 2005$378—
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Local context around this listing
Preston, IA • Jackson County
Nearby cities
AndrewBaldwinBellevueLa MotteMaquoketaMonmouthPrestonSabula
Nearby zip codes
52069
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