$174,700
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,413 sqft
87 Maxwell St, Maxwell, IA 50161
Est. Refi. Payment $1,204/mo*
Refinance Your HomeCurrently Off Market - Sold Sep 30, 2020 for $137,500
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$175KSince last month
Decreased$3K (-1.6%)Since last year
Decreased$6K (-3%)Since last sale
Increased$38K (+27.4%)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 +123% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| August 2026 | $175K |
| August 2026 | $175K |
| July 2026 | $178K |
| June 2026 | $179K |
| May 2026 | $176K |
| April 2026 | $173K |
| March 2026 | $174K |
| February 2026 | $173K |
| January 2026 | $169K |
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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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0.07 | Single-Family Home | $192,500 | 06/10/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,192 | |
0.15 | Single-Family Home | $182,500 | 03/06/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,662 | |
0.09 | Single-Family Home | $124,000 | 06/01/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,146 | |
0.40 | Single-Family Home | $150,000 | 04/09/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,515 |
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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0.05 | $174,500 | 4 | 1 | 1,490 | Off Market | |
0.09 | $124,000 | 2 | 1 | 1,146 | Recently Sold | |
0.07 | $192,500 | 3 | 2 | 1,192 | Recently Sold | |
0.08 | $232,600 | 3 | 1 | 1,030 | Off Market | |
0.10 | $219,700 | 3 | 1 | 960 | Off Market | |
0.16 | $151,600 | 2 | 1 | 994 | Off Market | |
0.15 | $182,500 | 4 | 2 | 1,662 | Recently Sold |
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Single-Family Home
Built in 1870
1,413 sqft
$124/sqft
Garage
About this House
Quiet, peaceful, small town life, but only minutes from Ankeny and Ames! Featuring 3 bedrooms, a HUGE family room and kitchen, recently updated bathroom, newer siding, furnace and central air unit, this comfortable, move-in ready home just three short blocks from Maxwell City Park is worth a look! There is even a basement ready to be finished for additional living space! The large deck offers comfortable space and lots of shade making it enjoyable to use on the hottest summer days. The over sized garage (28' x 28') has space for vehicles AND lots of storage. There is lots to love about this home!
87 Maxwell St, Maxwell, IA 50161 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,413 sqft single-family home built in 1870. It last sold for $137,500 on Sep 30, 2020. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $174,700, with a rent estimate of $1,286/month.
Home Details for 87 Maxwell St
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Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Carpet, Linoleum Vinyl |
Interior Details AtticNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Dining Room |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: WoodFoundation Type: Concrete Block |
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached |
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Year Built Year Built: 1870 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: A-frame |
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Lot Area: 6969 sqft |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Sep 30, 2020 Source: DMMLS #610478 | Sold | $137,500 |
Aug 13, 2020 Source: Agent Provided | Pending | $148,000 |
Jul 23, 2020 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $148,000 |
Feb 12, 2018 Source: DMMLS #539999 | Sold | $100,000 |
Aug 1, 2017 Source: CIBR #47236 | Sold | $110,000 |
May 19, 2017 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $100,000 |
Apr 8, 2011 Source: N/A | Sold | $60,000 |
Jan 10, 2011 Source: N/A | Sold | $65,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $2,170 | $143,800 |
Home facts updated by county records
Market trends in Maxwell
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What Locals Say about Maxwell
At least 2 Trulia users voted on each feature.
100 % Say parking is easy
100 % Say it's dog friendly
100 % Say kids play outside
100 % Say yards are well-kept
100 % Say it's quiet
100 % Say people would walk alone at night
83 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
75 % Say car is needed
73 % Say neighbors are friendly
60 % Say there's holiday spirit
50 % Say there's wildlife
50 % Say there are sidewalks
50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
40 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
14 % Say streets are well-lit
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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Frequently asked questions about 87 Maxwell St
- What is 87 Maxwell St estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 87 Maxwell St is $174,700.
- What is the price history for 87 Maxwell St?87 Maxwell St last sold for $137,500 in September 2020.
- Is Maxwell a buyer's or seller's market?Maxwell is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What are the closest schools to 87 Maxwell St?The closest schools to 87 Maxwell St are Collins-Maxwell Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 9/10), Collins-Maxwell Middle/High School (rated 7/10).
- Does 87 Maxwell St have air conditioning?Yes, 87 Maxwell St has air conditioning.
- How big is the lot at 87 Maxwell St?The lot at 87 Maxwell St is about 0.16 acres (7,100 sq ft).

