# 505 S Elm Street, Creston, IA 50801

> **TL;DR:** 3bd/1ba single family, $165,000 ($165/sqft), built 2013, 1,000 sqft.
> A/C. Est. $882/mo. Listed 228 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $165,000 |
| Price/sqft | $165 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 full |
| Square Feet | 1,000 |
| Year Built | 2013 |
| Lot Size | 10,890 sqft (0.25 acres) |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | Active |
| Days on Market | 228 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Principal & Interest (20% down, 30-year at 6.5%) | $834 |
| Estimated Insurance | $48 |
| **Total** | **$882** |

## Key Amenities

- A/C

## Property Highlights

- Built in 2013
- 0.25 acre lot

## Description

### Agent Description
Built in 2013 by the college, this charming 1,000 sq ft ranch-style home features 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. The home includes a full basement with an egress window, providing excellent potential to finish additional living space, a family room, or extra bedroom. Inside, you'll find laminate flooring in the kitchen, living room, and hallway, with carpet in all three bedrooms for added comfort. The kitchen includes a dishwasher hookup, making it easy to install if desired. Situated on an oversized lot, this property offers plenty of backyard space, along with room to add a garage if desired. Don't miss this chance to own a newer, move-in ready home with space to expand both inside and out.

## Location

- **Address:** 505 S Elm Street, Creston, IA 50801
- **County:** Union
- **Coordinates:** 41.052113, -94.363616
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=41.052113,-94.363616

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Retta Ripperger
- **Brokerage:** R Realty
- **Broker Phone:** 641-782-9408
- **Listing URL:** [View original listing](https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/505-S-Elm-St_Creston_IA_50801_M83235-19396?f=listhub&s=NCMLSIA&m=6336440&c=propsimple)

## Photos

![505 S Elm Street - Photo 1](http://lh.rdcpix.com/9f72b6b6e575b4b0565741bdb48c8523l-f3181415919r.jpg)

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**MLS#:** 6336440 | **Updated:** 2026-10-30
**Source:** listhub

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