218 E Howard St

Off Market

218 E Howard St

Colfax IA 50054

2484 sq. ft.

12602 sq. ft.

Single-Family

Last sold for $319,500

Scott Myers, last sold this property on 30 October 2025 after -125 days on market.

Overview

So much character & charm in this stunning 1925 Victorian home, bursting with personality and craftsmanship. This one-of-a-kind 2-story offers 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 4 car garage and over 2,400 SF of beautifully finished living space. From the moment you step inside, you’re greeted by a stunning entryway w/ rich hardwood floors & a grand open staircase framed by impressive oak trim. Enjoy 2 living areas; a formal living room featuring a cozy wood-burning fireplace & a relaxed family room, perfect for movie nights. The kitchen features SS appliances including a Kenmore Elite gas stove w/ hood, soft-close drawers/cabinets, Corian countertops, wall oven and heated tile floors. Laundry & ½ bath located off the kitchen. French doors off the kitchen lead to a handy prep area with additional cabinetry and then on to a bright 3-season sunroom, updated with new flooring, windows, and electric heat. Step outside to a new, oversized concrete patio, ideal for entertaining. Upstairs, you’ll find 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths, including a primary suite with a remodeled bathroom and an additional bath with an air-jet tub. Two staircases lead to the second floor, and a third takes you up to a finished attic, perfect as a 5th bedroom, office, or creative retreat. The walkout LL is partially finished w/ 2 non-conforming bedrooms, ¾ bath, family room & workshop. This is a rare opportunity to own a meticulously maintained home filled with warmth, history, and modern updates. Truly a must-see!

Features

4 bedrooms

4 bathrooms

4 carspaces

4 garage spaces

2484 sq. ft. floor area

12602 sq. ft. lot size

Single-Family

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 4 bedroom single-family properties sold in Colfax over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 218 E Howard St is $297.5k.

Median value

$297.5k

Estimated value range

$202.5k - $345k

Median days on market

Estimated value trend

46%

increase over the last 12 months

Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Colfax. It is only an indication of the time a property is actively listed and should not be relied upon as an accurate representation of how soon a property will be sold.

Property history for 218 E Howard St

2025

Sold

$319,500

30 Oct 2025 by Scott Myers, of Century 21 Signature

2017

Sold

$220,000

16 Aug 2017 by Scott Myers, of Century 21 Signature

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Local market activity for 4 bedroom single-family properties in Colfax

In the last 12 months, 6 four-bedroom single-family properties similar to 218 E Howard St, have been sold.

This represents a 17% increase in four-bedroom single-family properties sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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