Welcome to this delightful 4-bedroom, 2-bath home, ideally situated just one block from Simpson College and the beautiful Buxton Park, and only four blocks from Indianola’s vibrant downtown square.
Brimming with charm and timeless character, this 1.5 story gem features hardwood floors, a warm pine staircase, and a unique curved archway leading into the kitchen. The enclosed three-seasons porch offers a peaceful spot to relax and enjoy your morning coffee or evening breeze.
The main floor boasts a versatile bedroom currently used as an office, lined in classic knotty pine for added warmth and coziness. First-floor laundry adds convenience to your daily routine.
Enjoy low-maintenance living with metal siding and recent major updates including a new roof (2022), furnace (2019), and A/C (2019). The property also includes a detached garage, two storage sheds, and a spacious yard for gardening or play.
This home offers a rare blend of location, character, and practical updates—perfect for anyone looking to settle into the heart of Indianola.
Don’t miss your chance to own this one-of-a-kind home—schedule your private showing today!
Pending
$229,000
607 N Howard St, Indianola, IA 50125
4beds
1,382sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1890
9,151.96 Square Feet Lot
$228,900 Zestimate®
$166/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Detached garageFirst-floor laundryEnclosed three-seasons porchHardwood floorsStorage shedsSpacious yardNew roof
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 09, 2025 at 06:38am
Listed by:
Josh Baker (515)453-6600,
Iowa Realty Indianola
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 719484
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area, Cable TV
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Basement: Partial
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,382
- Total interior livable area: 1,382 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Enclosed Porch, Fully Fenced, Patio, Storage
- Fencing: Chain Link,Full
Lot
- Size: 9,151.96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 61 x 150
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 48140340040
- Zoning: R2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Indianola
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $166/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $167,600
- Annual tax amount: $3,004
- Date on market: 6/4/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
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