About This Home

This 5-bedroom, 7-bathroom single family at 1261 185th Street in Pella, IA is listed for $899,000 ($178 per sqft). Built in 1866, the home offers 5,046 sqft of living space on a 1.51 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1866
  • 1.51 acre lot
  • 3 stories
  • Fireplace

Property Details

3 stories
5 full, 2 half
3-car garage
1866

Amenities

FireplaceHardwoodA/C
Listing Description

Step into a piece of Iowa history with this extraordinary Victorian-era Italianate brick mansion just outside of Pella. Originally begun in 1866 and completed in 1871, this remarkable home seamlessly blends timeless architectural character with the comfort and efficiency of modern living.

Offering over 5,000 square feet of beautifully updated living space, the residence features spacious bedrooms, multiple living and entertaining areas, and thoughtfully renovated bathrooms while preserving its original charm. Custom Pella thermal-pane windows were meticulously designed to match the home's historic originals, while geothermal heating

and cooling, updated electrical, and extensive energy-efficient improvements provide today's conveniences. A finished third level adds additional bedrooms, bathrooms, and flexible living space. Situated on a picturesque acreage with a detached 3-car garage and workshop, this one-of-a-kind property offers breathtaking countryside views, quick access

to Highway 163, and an unmatched opportunity to own one of the area's most notable historic estates. Whether you're searching for a stunning private residence, multigenerational home, or landmark property, this exceptional estate is truly unlike anything else on the market.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$4,808/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$650
Interest$3,896
Insurance$262

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

1261 185th Street

Pella, IA 50219

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

DiningAreaSeparateFormalDiningRoomWindowTreatments

Exterior Features

Patio

Property Details

Flooring

TileHardwood

Construction

Brick

Outdoor Features

Patio

Parking

Garage

Heating

Geothermal (Heating)Propane (Heating)

Cooling

GeothermalCentral Air

Appliances

CooktopDryerDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorStoveWasher

Questions & Answers

This 5-bedroom, 7-bathroom single family at 1261 185th Street is listed at $899,000 ($178/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $4,808 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1866, 1.51 acre lot, 3 stories, Fireplace. Interior Features: DiningArea, SeparateFormalDiningRoom, WindowTreatments. Exterior Features: Patio.

This property is listed by Ingrid Williams.

IW

Ingrid Williams

Agent at RE/MAX Concepts

Listed by RE/MAX Concepts · Broker phone: (515) 276-2872 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

MLS# 748398· Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®, Inc.· 58 days on PropertySimple

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1261 185th Street, Pella, IA 50219

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