Discover timeless elegance in this enchanting 2-story brick colonial home, built in 1921, nestled on the historic Main Street in Pella. This captivating property blends historic charm with modern convenience, featuring original craftsman-style woodwork that exudes character!
As you enter, you're welcomed into a large living room with a cozy fireplace, perfect for family gatherings. The adjoining dining room shines with a built-in buffet and stunning stained glass, creating an inviting space for memorable meals. From there a quaint study is ideal for reflection or quiet work.
The heart of the home is the updated eat-in kitchen, part of a unique 885 sq.ft. addition that includes a sun-drenched family room! The main floor offers a 3/4 bath and a laundry room for daily ease of living. The second level accommodates 4 generously sized bedrooms and two additional baths. The lower level boasts a retro second kitchen, a spacious family/game room, a 5th non-conforming bedroom, and a bonus storage room!
Set on a sprawling 1/2 acre lot, the property features lush landscaping and vibrant flower gardens, with a serene backyard view from the deck. Enjoy the convenience of two garages with space for three cars, and a driveway that connects from the street to the alley. Just a short stroll to downtown shopping and city parks, this home offers the perfect blend of historic allure and modern living. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this one-of-a-kind property your forever home!
For sale
Price cut: $30K (5/12)
$695,000
1215 Main St, Pella, IA 50219
4beds
3,550sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1921
0.68 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$196/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy fireplaceOriginal craftsman-style woodworkBuilt-in buffetSun-drenched family roomUpdated eat-in kitchenStunning stained glassLush landscaping
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 31, 2025 at 10:00pm
Listed by:
Carla Vander Molen (641)780-1921,
Century 21 Signature
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 716993
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, See Remarks
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas, Vented, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,550
- Total interior livable area: 3,550 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 485
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
Lot
- Size: 0.68 Acres
- Dimensions: 135 x 220
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 000001425400000
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1921
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Pella
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $196/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $642,200
- Annual tax amount: $9,382
- Date on market: 5/1/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
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