c.1856 Fixer Upper in Tama, IA $19K ~ Sold

507 McClellan St, Tama, IA, 52339 $19,000 Sold for $17,500

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This fixer upper is located in Tama, Iowa (pop. 2,877). Before looking at the build date, I thought the main section of the house might be a foursquare. If the build date falls anywhere within four decades later than the 1856 stated date, then a foursquare it is not. The wide eaves, and that concave roof line throw me off, too. I threw out the idea that it might it have been an Italianate before a roof was added. Traveling the Google Map streets in town, I see no other Italianates. Also, the town was not founded until 1862, so the 1856 build date has to be incorrect. I’m telling you, vinyl siding desecrated any distinguishing elements on this one. Luckily, the interior woodwork is intact, but the built-ins indicate foursquare again. What do you think? There is another house in town that looks like a foursquare with wide eaves and that weird concave roof. I am confused, but what I do know is that the home is a fixer upper.

2bath
3 bedroom
2,256sqft
0.27acre lot
Year Built 1856
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Property Listing
Presented by: Michael Wedmore with Wedmore Realty

REALTOR COMMENTS

Fixer upper!! This two story dwelling is being sold in AS IS’ condition. It is in need of some TLC. This would be a great rental or flip property. Main floor contains living room, dining room, kitchen, family room, 1/4 bathroom, and enclosed porch. The upper level contains 3 bedrooms, a full bathroom, and enclosed porch. There is a full basement. The wiring is on breakers. There is a forced air furnace new in 2019. There is a detached garage that is in need of repair. The lot needs cleaned up due to the wind storm. This is an Estate sale and will be closed under Court Ordered deed. The estate will not warrant or be held responsible for any deficiencies found. Property is be sold in AS IS condition.