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5741 125th St, Thornton, IA 50479

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For Sale

$375,500

2 beds • 1 baths • 1 half baths

Estimated Payment

$ 2,084 /mo. †

6.63% APR for 30 yrs.
$1,912 in taxes
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  • Single Family Detached
    Property type

  • 1978
    Year built

  • 41-50 Years Old
    Age

  • 2 Car Garage
    Garage Count

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First time offered this charming 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath home nestled on 10 acres, less than a mile west of Thornton on hard surface road. This property offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. The main floor features a laundry area for added ease, while the inviting interior layout is ideal for relaxing by the fireplace and entertaining. The kitchen is the center of the home open to dining and living. Additional highlights include a whole house Generac generator plus the 2-stall attached garage and the 40x60 Lester building perfect for all your toys, shop, or extra storage. The partially finished basement provides additional space for recreation, storage, or future expansion to suit your needs. The pool table stays! 8 of the 10 acres are in CRP until 2027 you receive $1600 a year. Don't miss the opportunity to make this acreage your own! Schedule a showing today.
MLS# 240847

Listed By CENTURY 21 Preferred

Property Features

  • Age
    41-50 Years Old
  • Basement
    Full
  • Cooling
    Central A/C - Electric
  • Exterior
    Out Building
  • Exterior Description
    Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Living Space
    Deck
  • Garage Count
    2 Car Garage
  • Garage Description
    Attached Garage
  • General
    Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating - Fuel Type
    Propane
  • Heating Type
    Forced Air
  • Lot Size
    10 Acres
  • Style
    1 Level Ranch

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Monthly Payment Breakdown

  • Principle and Interest
    $1,924
  • Property Taxes
    $159
  • Hazard Insurance
    $0
  • Private Mortgage Insurance
    $0
  • HOA Dues
    $0
  • Total Monthly Payment:
    $2,084

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Schools

West Fork Elementary At Rockwell

Grades PK-5 Public School

Rockwell, IA 50469 11.1 miles
210 2nd st s

408 total students
17:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: D

School Details

West Fork Middle School

Grades 6-8 Public School

Sheffield, IA 50475 11.1 miles
504 park st

151 total students
15:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: C+

School Details

West Fork High School

Grades 9-12 Public School

Sheffield, IA 50475 10 miles
453 n 5th st

196 total students
9:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: D

School Details

School information does not guarantee enrollment. School service boundaries are provided as a reference only, may change, and are not guaranteed to be accurate. Contact the school district directly to verify school enrollment eligibility.

Local area information for Thornton, IA 50479

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Thornton, IA 50479

This community’s employment is highest in the administrative support and sales industries. The area’s overall household expenses are above the national average.

84° July
Hottest Average Month
6° January
Coldest Average Month
339 Total Households in Area
0.3% Increase in population since the year 2010
33.6%
of households
have children
25 minutes
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Demographic facts
for Thornton, IA 50479

Thornton, IA 50479 has a population of 753 people in 339 households with a median age of 39.3 years old.

0.3%
Increase in population
since the year 2010
Population is Trending up
331
Total households as of 2010
2.2%
projected percent change in total
households in 5 years

Community Population By Age

The median age for this area is 39.3 years old. The smallest percentage group is 35-44 years and the largest percentage is the 85+ years age range.

Community Population By Ethnicity

White 91%
Hispanic 6%
Other 2%
Black <1%
Asian <1%
Native American <1%
The most prevalent ethnicity is White at 91%, followed by Hispanic at 6%, Other at 2%, and Black at <1%.

Economics
for Thornton, IA 50479

14 /sq mi
Population Density
$65,947 /yr
Median Household Income
$100,000
Median Sales Price
25 min
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Household by Income

Out of the households in this area, the largest income group is $50-74,999k representing 20.81% of the households.

Transportation to Work

  • Drive 83%
  • Work from Home 13%
  • Walk or Bike 4%
  • Public Transit 0%

Occupancy by Type

Owned 269 68%
Rented 70 18%
Vacant 54 14%

White vs Blue Collar Jobs







White Collar 59%
Blue Collar 41%

Family & Education Facts
for Thornton, IA 50479

39.3 Median Age

Average Household Size

2.2
persons per
household

61.8%

Married Households

Community Population By Education

High School Graduate 35%
Some College 24%
Bachelors Degree 17%
Associates Degree 15%
Some High School 8%
Graduate Degree 2%
Of the total people surveyed, the most prevalent educational attainment level is High School Graduate, representing 35.07% of the population.

Household Family Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)
33.6% of households have children

Weather
for Thornton, IA 50479

The weather for this area ranges from a high of 84° F in July to a low of 6° F in January

84° July
Hottest Average Month
6° January
Coldest Average Month

Average Temperature by Month

Low (°F)
High (°F)
Jan
6°
25°
Feb
11°
29°
Mar
23°
41°
Apr
35°
58°
May
47°
70°
Jun
57°
80°
Jul
61°
84°
Aug
59°
81°
Sep
50°
74°
Oct
38°
62°
Nov
25°
43°
Dec
12°
29°

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† Based on a 30-year fixed rate of 3.38% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Interest rates are also subject to credit and property approval based on secondary market guidelines. The rates shown are based on average rates for our best qualified customers. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.

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