5900 Old River Rd
Ely, IA 52227
4 Beds
1,741 sqft (on 18.30 acres)
4 Beds
1,741 sqft
(on 18.30 acres)
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$470KSince last month
Increased$1K (+0.2%)Since last year
Decreased$11K (-2.3%)Since last sale
Increased$190K (+67.7%)Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.
Trulia Estimate
The of this home's value increased by +64% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| August 2026 | $470K |
| July 2026 | $469K |
| June 2026 | $476K |
| May 2026 | $445K |
| April 2026 | $461K |
| March 2026 | $431K |
| February 2026 | $477K |
| January 2026 | $511K |
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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 |
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1.77 | Lot/Land | $550,000 | 07/27/26 | - | - |
Nearby home prices
Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.Address | Distance | Price | Bed | Bath | Sqft | Status |
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0.62 | $402,800 | 3 | 2 | 1,407 | Off Market | |
0.53 | $710,500 | 3 | 2 | 1,949 | Off Market |
Local Information
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- Schools5 Preschool Schools6 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Lot/Land
Year Built
1900
Lot Size
18.3 acres
Living Area
1,741 sqft
Price/Sqft
$270
Parking
Garage
About this House
Nearly bordering the Cedar River & abundant w/ trees this 18.36 acre parcel will make a great building site or for a project, you could rehab the farm house. Also includes 2nd 800 sqft guest house w/ its own septic that was used as a rental. Outbuildings include a large machine shed and two barns, one of which is 150 yrs old. Newer well and partially updated septic with replaced distribution box. 7-8 acres is tillable and earns approx. $1,600/year. Cropland is in flood plain. Property sold as-is.
5900 Old River Rd, Ely, IA 52227 is a 4 bedroom, 1,741 sqft lot/land built in 1900. It last sold for $280,000 on Jun 14, 2019. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $469,500, with a rent estimate of $1,252/month.
Home Details for 5900 Old River Rd
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Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 6 |
Appliances & Utilities Cable ReadyRefrigerator |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Carpet, Linoleum Vinyl |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: MetalExterior: VinylFoundation Type: ConcretePatio |
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Detached |
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Year Built Year Built: 1900 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Lot Land |
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Lot Area: 18.30 acres |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Jun 14, 2019 Source: CRAAR, CDRMLS #1807744 | Sold | $280,000 |
Nov 27, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $300,000 Price decreased by 8% |
Nov 5, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $325,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $7,042 | $468,500 |
Home facts updated by county records
Market trends in Ely
Last updated July 2026
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Around this home
- Prairie Heights Elementary School
- PK-4
- Public
- 397 Students
7/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageThe Best School To Recommend To People Moving To This District. It was a great school for me to go to!!Other Review4y ago - Prairie Crest Elementary School
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- 426 Students
5/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageCommunication from the district is great. Lots of opportunities to get involved and teachers are very accessible and caring.Parent Review2y ago - Prairie View Elementary School
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- 423 Students
9/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageAmazing experience for my children... The staff are personally invested in the success of each student.. Even after graduation. Love the view!Parent Review8y ago - Prairie Ridge Elementary School
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- 443 Students
6/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageWonderful teachers who care about the children; we feel very lucky to have such a great school!Parent Review16y ago - Prairie Hill Elementary School
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- 452 Students
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What Locals Say about Ely
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100 % Say parking is easy
100 % Say there are sidewalks
100 % Say car is needed
94 % Say streets are well-lit
92 % Say it's dog friendly
90 % Say kids play outside
90 % Say people would walk alone at night
88 % Say there's holiday spirit
80 % Say there are community events
75 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
73 % Say it's quiet
73 % Say yards are well-kept
67 % Say neighbors are friendly
67 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
18 % Say there's wildlife
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Frequently asked questions about 5900 Old River Rd
- What is 5900 Old River Rd estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 5900 Old River Rd in Ely, IA is $469,500.
- What is the price history for 5900 Old River Rd?5900 Old River Rd in Ely, IA last sold for $280,000 in June 2019.
- Is Ely a buyer's or seller's market?Ely is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What do residents say about Ely?Residents describe Ely, IA as easy to park in, pedestrian-friendly, and dog-friendly. See recently sold homes in Ely, IA.
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