720 NE 42nd St, Ankeny, IA, 50021
About This Home
Step inside this exceptional 2-story home, where style meets functionality, featuring 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. The main level greets you with rustic sliding doors that make this space both elegant and unique. The bright and spacious kitchen is a chef's dream, complete with sleek granite countertops, crisp white cabinetry, and a large center island perfect for meal prep or entertaining. Modern pendant lighting and stainless steel appliances make this space as functional as it is beautiful. Gather in the living room around the stunning stone fireplace, the perfect spot for cozy evenings at home. Outside, the large deck with stairs provides a seamless flow to the backyard, ideal for outdoor dining, relaxing, or entertaining guests. The finished walkout basement offers additional living space, perfect for hosting or creating a comfortable retreat. With endless possibilities, this home is designed for both relaxation and making lasting memories.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2005
Materials
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
- Construction materials: Stone,Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Dishwasher,Microwave,Stove,Washer
- Laundry features: Main Level
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Dining Area,Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet,Hardwood,Tile,Vinyl
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 1,100
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Gas,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,589
- Total interior livable area: 2,589 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 18100553070146
- Zoning: Res
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck,Storage
Lot
- Lot size: 0.26 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached,Garage,Three Car Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Covered spaces: 3
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
- Drought
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Iowa Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,679 | $32,148 |
| Home Insurance * | $260 | $3,120 |
| Property Taxes | $664 | $7,968 |
| Electricity | $193 | $2,317 |
| Total | $3,796 | $45,552 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Iowa FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-10 | Price change | $524,900 |
| 2026-07-24 | Price change | $529,900 |
| 2026-07-10 | Price change | $534,900 |
| 2026-06-01 | Price change | $539,000 |
| 2024-09-14 | Listing removed | $3,200 |
| 2024-09-07 | Listed for sale | $550,000 |
| 2024-08-29 | Listed for rent | $3,200 |
| 2024-08-21 | Sold | $256,000 |
| 2012-11-21 | Sold | $289,900 |
| 2012-06-05 | Listing removed | $289,900 |
| 2012-05-31 | Price change | $289,900 |
| 2012-05-25 | Listed for sale | -- |
| 2007-04-05 | Sold | $339,500 |
| 2005-08-22 | Sold | $76,500 |
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