About This Home

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 526 SW Walnut Street in Ankeny, IA is listed for $249,900 ($204 per sqft). Built in 1918, the home offers 1,225 sqft of living space on a 0.20 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1918
  • 0.20 acre lot
  • Fireplace

Property Details

1 story
1 full, 1 half
1918

Amenities

FireplaceHardwoodA/C
Listing Description

Just a couple of blocks from shops, restaurants, and entertainment in downtown Ankeny. This charming bungalow puts you in the heart of Ankeny. Filled with natural hardwood floors and character, this home offers 3 bedrooms and a full bathroom on the main level.

The comfortable living space features a wood burning fireplace and a dedicated dining area. Updated white kitchen includes space for a table and a pantry closet. All kitchen appliances will stay. Outside offers a place to unwind and entertain with 2 separate seating areas, one partially shaded by a covered pergola.

The detached 1 1/2 car garage provides additional storage and covered parking while the partially fenced backyard provides room to garden or let pets/kids play while you unwind. Key details include a new concrete driveway, an updated electrical panel, a new roof (2021) and HVAC (2020), and half bath in the basement. Whether you're looking for your first home or want to downsize to one level living, this move-in ready ranch shines with pride of ownership and is ready to welcome you home.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$1,337/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$181
Interest$1,083
Insurance$73

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

526 SW Walnut Street

Ankeny, IA 50023

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

SeparateFormalDiningRoomCableTvWindowTreatments

Exterior Features

PatioStorage

Property Details

Flooring

Hardwood

Construction

MetalSiding

Pool Features

Patio

Parking

Garage

Heating

Forced AirNatural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorStove

Questions & Answers

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 526 SW Walnut Street is listed at $249,900 ($204/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $1,337 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1918, 0.20 acre lot, Fireplace. Interior Features: SeparateFormalDiningRoom, CableTv, WindowTreatments. Exterior Features: Patio, Storage.

This property is listed by Lisa McDaniel and can be reached at 5154197295.

LM

Lisa McDaniel

Agent at RE/MAX Concepts

(515) 419-7295

Listed by RE/MAX Concepts · View on Broker Site

MLS# 746348· Source: listhub· 1 day on market

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526 SW Walnut Street, Ankeny, IA 50023

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