12596 SE 56th Ave, Runnells, IA 50237
OFF MARKET

$278,800

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 936 sqft (on 1 acre)

12596 SE 56th Ave, Runnells, IA 50237

Est. Refi. Payment $1,877/mo*
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Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$279K
Since last month
Decreased$4K (-1.5%)
Since last year
Increased$7K (+2.5%)
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Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +80% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$280K
August 2026$279K
July 2026$284K
June 2026$285K
May 2026$280K
April 2026$275K
March 2026$270K
February 2026$266K
January 2026$265K
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2024
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Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
208 E Maple St, Runnells, IA
1.59
Single-Family Home
$225,000
03/23/26
3
1
1,092
Home facts updated by county records

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
12061 SE 36th Ave, Runnells, IA 50237
1.35
$435,500
3
2
1,500
Off Market
12205 SE 36th Ave, Runnells, IA 50237
1.09
$1,327,100
3
1
1,815
Off Market
12020 SE 36th Ave, Runnells, IA 50237
1.43
$410,400
2
2
1,545
Off Market
3785 SE 124th St, Runnells, IA 50237
1.17
$665,700
2
1
924
Off Market
12430 SE 56th Ave, Runnells, IA 50237
0.15
$682,100
2
1
1,072
Off Market
12686 SE 56th Ave, Runnells, IA 50237
0.12
$309,500
4
2
1,520
For Sale
5260 SE 124th St, Runnells, IA 50237
0.32
$220,700
2
1
1,296
Off Market
5100 SE 124th St, Runnells, IA 50237
0.42
$386,200
3
1
1,512
Off Market
12382 SE 64th Ave, Runnells, IA 50237
0.48
$626,500
3
2
1,800
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1986
1 acre lot
936 sqft
$298/sqft
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 12596 SE 56th Ave, Runnells, IA. 12596 SE 56th Ave is in Runnells, IA and in ZIP code 50237. This property has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 936 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 1 acre and was built in 1986.
12596 SE 56th Ave, Runnells, IA 50237 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 936 sqft single-family home built in 1986. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $278,800, with a rent estimate of $1,357/month.

Home Details for 12596 SE 56th Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 4
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: MetalDeckExterior: WoodFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1986
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Log Cabin/Rustic

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1 acre

Price and Tax history

YearProperty taxTax assessment
2025
$3,676
$274,700
Home facts updated by county records

Market trends in Prairie City

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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Available listings
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Around this home

What Locals Say about Prairie City

At least 4 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 100 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 100 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 100 % Say parking is easy

  • 100 % Say kids play outside

  • 88 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 86 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 75 % Say it's quiet

  • 75 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 71 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 67 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 57 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 57 % Say car is needed

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 33 % Say there are community events

  • 29 % Say there's wildlife

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  • Kendrayoung127
    "People are always out walking their pets. Some people are very rude by walking down the middle of the road with their pets. A lot of the people around here don’t know what stop signs are. So always be careful crossing the road. None of the locals like to use the stop signs. "
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  • Kiaralandon
    "people don’t clean up after their dogs, most dogs are friendly with people or other animals but the owners aren’t friendly AT ALL. i live here but i don’t like the town or the people and i’m looking to move. "
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Frequently asked questions about 12596 SE 56th Ave

  • What is 12596 SE 56th Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 12596 SE 56th Ave in Runnells, IA is $278,800.
  • Is Runnells a buyer's or seller's market?
    Runnells is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What are the closest schools to 12596 SE 56th Ave?
    The closest schools to 12596 SE 56th Ave in Runnells, IA are Runnells Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 9/10), Southeast Polk High School (rated 8/10), Southeast Polk Junior High School (rated 5/10).
  • Does 12596 SE 56th Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 12596 SE 56th Ave in Runnells, IA has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 12596 SE 56th Ave?
    The lot at 12596 SE 56th Ave in Runnells, IA is about 1 acre.
  • Does 12596 SE 56th Ave have a garage?
    Yes, 12596 SE 56th Ave in Runnells, IA has a garage.

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