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historic Queen Anne-style home in Ankeny's Old Town Historic District has been listed for $440,000. Built in 1893 for Charles F. Curtiss, Iowa State University's first dean of agriculture, the 3,265-square-foot property features intricate woodwork and modern kitchen appliances.
The four-bedroom, four-bathroom home includes a primary bedroom with a private deck and updated bathroom, as well as a two-car garage, greenhouse, and raised garden beds. However, exterior modifications are restricted by its historic district designation.
Realtor Jenn Grimm describes the house as "unique" and hopes to find a buyer who will appreciate its vintage charm. The home's interior boasts intricate woodwork, trim accents, and an abundance of small shelves and cupboards. The main floor features light-filled family spaces, including a formal dining area, two living rooms, and an updated kitchen with modern appliances.
Upstairs, the primary bedroom has a private deck, walk-in closet, and curved-wall bathroom. The second floor adds another laundry space, two more bedrooms, and a stairwell up to the gabled roof attic. Outside, the property includes paved areas for cooking or relaxing, a hexagonal greenhouse, raised garden beds, and a two-car garage.
The home's inclusion in the historic district restricts physical changes to its facade and porches, but Grimm notes that it has been carefully maintained over the decades. The property is listed at $440,000 by Jen Grimm of Jen Grimm Homes.
