509 E Robinson StreetKnoxville, IA 50138

Single Family · 3 Beds · 1 Full Bath · 1,540 Sq. ft. | 0.17 Acres
$175,000 Active
Brokerage Compensation
  • Broker Compensation: 3.00%

509 E Robinson Street Overview

Time on Site:
96 days
Visits:
274

Prepare to be delighted! From the street, this 1920 home keeps its secrets—but swing in from the alley and you’ll discover the good stuff: a 2-car garage, an inviting enclosed backyard, and a covered patio begging for porch swings, string lights, and summer lemonade. Step inside and it’s a vintage time-travel treat. Think beautiful 1920s woodwork, preserved with care, paired with 1970s flocked wallpaper so pristine you might just decide it’s iconic. This home is solid, clean, and bursting with personality. Enter to the living room graced with a beautiful staircase, continue through a formal dining room, ready for Sunday dinners, game nights, or whatever vibe you bring with you. The kitchen has all appliances, the laundry, and an adjacent red pantry room. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms and 1 bath - all with fabulous wallpaper! The partially finished basement adds bonus space—perfect for storage, hobbies, or a cozy retreat. Is it dated? Absolutely. Is it charming? Completely. And with a few thoughtful updates, you could have the coolest vintage-meets-modern home just a block from the Knoxville square. Come take a look—you might just fall for its quirky, well-loved soul. This home is part of an estate and is being sold AS IS. All information obtained from the owner and public records.

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509 E Robinson Street Facts & Features

  • Type Single Family
  • Sq. ft. 1,540
  • Price/Sq.ft. $114
  • Lot 0.17 Acres

Details

General

Association/HOA

  • Association: false

School Information

  • School District: Knoxville

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1920

Location/Region

  • County Or Parish: Marion
  • MLS Area Major: Knoxville
  • Postal City: Knoxville

Rent/Lease Information

  • Lease Considered: false

Tax Information

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1632.11

General Information

  • Listing Terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Senior Community: false
  • Zoning: Res

Interior

Parking Information

  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: true

Beds/Baths

  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Total: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3

Building Interior

  • Building Area Total: 1540.0

General Information

  • Accessibility Features: Grab Bars
  • Appliances: Dryer,Dishwasher,Freezer,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer
  • Flooring: Carpet,Hardwood,Vinyl
  • Foundation Details: Poured,Stone
  • Interior Features: Separate/Formal Dining Room,Window Treatments
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Living Area: 1540.0
  • Security Features: Fire Alarm

Exterior

Parking Information

  • Parking Features: Detached,Garage,Two Car Garage

Lot Information

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Lot Size Area: 0.17
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 60X120
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 7200.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Water Source: Public

Building Exterior/Construction

  • Architectural Style: One and One Half Story
  • Attached Garage: false
  • Construction Materials: Metal Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered,Patio

General Information

  • Exterior Features: Patio
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Sewer: Public Sewer

509 E Robinson Street Neighborhood

Community

50138 (Knoxville) Demographics

44
Median Age
66
Population Density (per sq. mile)
33%
College Educated
$56,984
Estimated Median Income
3,710
Estimated Total Home Owners
1,400
Estimated Total Renters
73% / 27%
Estimated Owner / Renter Divide
2
Estimated Average Household Size
Community data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc.

Schools

School data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc. School ratings are based on a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the highest rating and 1 being the lowest rating.

509 E Robinson Street Monthly Cost

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* All calculations are estimates and provided by Reliance Network, for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary. ** Assumes 6.50% APR, 20% down payment, and conventional 30-year fixed rate first mortgage. Rates cited are for instructional purposes only; current rates are subject to change at any time without notice. You should not make any decisions based simply on the information provided. Additional required amounts such as taxes, insurance, homeowner association dues, assessments, mortgage insurance premiums, flood insurance or other such required payments should also be considered. Contact your mortgage company for current rates and additional information. Any mortgage broker or insurance agent that may appear is independent and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or provided by the MLS.

509 E Robinson Street Market Data

Based on the last 30 days in this zip code

$300,622
Average List Price
$179
Average Price per Square Foot
17
Properties Sold
95
Average Days on Market
53
Properties for Sale
Calculations provided by Reliance Network

509 E Robinson Street History

Date Event Value Agent
4/16/2026Source: Des Moines Area Status Change
Active
Annie Leonard
Listing Agent
3/31/2026Source: Des Moines Area Status Change
Pending
Annie Leonard
Listing Agent
3/25/2026Source: Des Moines Area Added to Database
March 25, 2026
Annie Leonard
Listing Agent
Listing provided courtesy of Iowa Realty Knoxville- MLS# 736889MLS ProviderContact Information: 641-204-9228