3220 78th Street
Urbandale, IA 50322
3
Bed
2
Bath
1,116Sqft
0.20Acre(Lot)
Desirable Karen Acres! This well-maintained 3-bedroom ranch with 2 bath areas offers great curb appeal with classic brick accents, warm beige maintenance-free siding, and a welcoming front porch. Lovingly cared for by its longtime owner, the home features beautiful medium-oak hardwood floors, a sunny eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, and an open living room with a large picture window. A screened-in porch provides the perfect spot to relax. The insulated, heated & cooled garage is ideal for a woodworker, hobbyist, or year-round workspace, while a newer shed provides additional storage. The partially finished lower level offers additional living space and future potential, plus a convenient shower. New roof and driveway in 2020. Best of all, the beautifully landscaped, fenced backyard ope
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- 09/13 2 PM-4 PM
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Bedroom Information
Total beds: 3Bathroom Information
Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 1 Half Baths: 1Room Information
Has Basement: Yes Basement: Partially Finished -
Flooring Information
Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl -
Roofing Information
Asphalt, Shingle -
Interior Features
Eat-in Kitchen, See Remarks Roof: Asphalt, Shingle Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer -
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating: Yes Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Central Air
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Building Information
Year Built: 1963 Building Area Total: 1116 Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding Stories: 1 Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio, Screened Private Pool: No -
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Storage
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Lot Information
Lot Dimensions: 60X144.6 Main Square Feet: 0.199 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.199 Lot Size Square Feet: 8676 Lot Description: Rectangular Lot
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Listing Price Information
Listing Price: $285000 Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
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Tax Information
Parcel Number: 31201471000000 Annual Tax: $4121.12 Tax Legal Desc: LOT 17 KAREN ACRES PLAT 10
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Parking Information
Detached, GarageGarage Information
Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 2
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Location Information
Direction: From Hickman turn onto Colby Woods drive, turn onto 78th Street heading north. Home is on the west side of the street backing to walking/bike trail. Located in Karen Acres. WaterSource: Public Security Features: Smoke Detector(s), Fire Alarm
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| 4731 173rd Street, Urbandale, IA, 50322 | $394,990 | 4 | 3 | 2,053 | 0.22 Acre |
| 5140 168th Street, Urbandale, IA, 50322 | $369,990 | 4 | 3 | 2,190 | 0.17 Acre |
| 4722 173rd Street, Urbandale, IA, 50322 | $389,990 | 4 | 3 | 2,053 | -- |
| 4732 173rd Street, Urbandale, IA, 50322 | $429,990 | 4 | 3 | 1,635 | 0.22 Acre |
| 5144 168th Street, Urbandale, IA, 50322 | $339,990 | 3 | 2 | 1,498 | 0.17 Acre |
| 5901-5911 Townsend Avenue, Urbandale, IA, 50322 | $1,500,000 | 18 | 18 | -- | -- |
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