If you love historic homes, then this is a must-see! Built in 1855, this beautifully updated one-story cottage reflects the Greek Revival style of architecture and is the OLDEST home in the Willow/Bluff/3rd Street district. It features original wood floors, woodwork, fireplace, and the 8 ft doors are said to be from the old courthouse! This home is very spacious and has it all--4 beds, 2 full baths, 2 kitchens, formal dining, 3-seasons room, and a large backyard w/ fire pit. Updated kitchens, bath, and mechanicals. Private mother-in-law suite in basement w/ finished living space, kitchen, and separate entrance. Enjoy your morning coffee on the wrap-around porch or take in the views from the upper deck! All appliances stay.
Sold for $225,000 on 09/22/23
$225,000
225 Fairview Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
4beds
2baths
2,799sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1855
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$274,400 Zestimate®
$80/sqft
$2,148 Estimated rent
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 13, 2024 at 08:02am
Listed by:
Leah Johnson 402-575-1911,
BHHS Ambassador Real Estate
Bought with:
Kerry McGrath, 20210156
BHHS Ambassador Real Estate
Source: GPRMLS,MLS#: 22319161

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Basement
- Area: 1148
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range - Cooktop + Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Dishwasher, Dryer, Disposal, Microwave
Features
- 9'+ Ceiling, 2nd Kitchen, Ceiling Fan(s), Formal Dining Room
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Windows: LL Daylight Windows
- Basement: Daylight,Egress,Walk-Out Access,Full,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,799
- Total interior livable area: 2,799 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,249
- Finished area below ground: 550
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio, Deck, Covered Patio
- Exterior features: Separate Entrance
- Fencing: Wood,Full
Lot
- Size: 8,712 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 x 178
- Features: Up to 1/4 Acre., City Lot, Public Sidewalk, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 7544 36 263 005
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Condition
- Not New and NOT a Model
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1855
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Council Bluffs
- Subdivision: Willow/Bluff/3rd Street
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: VA Loan,FHA,Conventional,Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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