OHU50K Notes          $50,000 Sold For $44,000 on 8/19/22

This circa 1900 brick building was originally a bakery with housing above when it was built in the small town of Bussey, Iowa (pop. 387), at the turn of the century. Today,  the building is set up as a residence. Love the tin ceilings.

 

Realtor Comments

This circa 1900 two-story brick building located in Bussey, IA is dripping with history & charm, just waiting for the next owner to put their unique stamp on the property. Constructed in 1900 this 3,080 total square foot building features 2 levels of use with unlimited possibilities in the heart of Bussey, IA centrally located to Knoxville, Pella, Oskaloosa, Albia, & Chariton. Currently set up for a residential rental the main floor features a small kitchen, & everything needed to live, work & even create your own unique lifestyle in a quiet small-town setting. – per Realtor

• 2bed
• 1.5bath
• 1,540sqft
• 5,368sqft lot
• Circa 1900

If interested in a property, please contact the realtor whose link is provided in red below, or contact an agent of your own choosing. Independent verification of details and status is recommended.

418 Merrill St, Bussey, IA 50044 $50,000

• Contact Realtor: Kristi Smith with Hawkeye Farm Mgmt & Real Estate
• Google Map
• Area Vibes

History

The 1913 and 1927 Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps indicate that this building was a bakery back then. A harness shop sat on the corner side which is no longer there. According to the mural, the building later became Chicks Place, a restaurant.

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