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1770 Vavra Dr, Ely, IA 52227 — Sold $291,000 by Carla Werning
Another pre-probate listing closed by Carla Werning in Linn County, IA. Good work.
1770 Vavra Dr, Ely, IA 52227
Final sold price
SOLD$291,000
What sold at 1770 Vavra Dr, and for how much?
1770 Vavra Dr, Ely, IA 52227 sold for $291,000 on June 22, 2026. The listing was handled by Carla Werning of RUHL & RUHL REALTORS®. The property is a residential, 3 bed, 1,406 sq ft, built in 1964. LeadCruncher tracks it as a pre-probate lead sourced from county death, estate and successor filings in Linn County.
Sale record at a glance
| Address | 1770 Vavra Dr, Ely, IA 52227 |
|---|---|
| Sold price | $291,000 |
| Sold date | |
| Property type | Residential |
| Beds / baths | 3 bed |
| Building area | 1,406 sq ft |
| Year built | 1964 |
| County | Linn County, IA |
| Listing agent | Carla Werning, RUHL & RUHL REALTORS® |
| APN | 18-30-3-78-020-0-0000 |
| MLS # | 202603121 |
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Linn County, Iowa from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Recently Sold Pre-Probate Property: 1770 Vavra Dr, Ely IA 52227
Property profile
- Address
- 1770 Vavra Dr
- City / state / ZIP
- Ely, IA, 52227
- County
- Linn County
- Property type
- Residential
- Land use
- Single Family Residential
- Beds / baths
- 3 bed
- Year built
- 1964
- APN
- 18-30-3-78-020-0-0000
Mailing address
1770 Vavra Dr, Ely, IA 52227
Ownership & pre-probate
- Successor owner
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- Current owner
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- Date of passing
- 07/14/2019
- Assessed value
- $230,300
- MLS #
- 202603121
Numbers from this sale
A few quick comparisons we run from the recorded numbers so you can see how this sale stacks up.
- Sold price per sq ft$207Calculated from a 1,406 sq ft building and $291,000 sold price.
- Sold vs. assessed value126%Sold price was 126% of the $230,300 county-assessed value.
- Days from passing to sale2,535Time elapsed from the recorded date of passing to the sale closing date.
- Building-to-lot ratio9%Building footprint covers about 9% of the 15,246 sq ft lot.
About this pre-probate sale
Carla Werning of RUHL & RUHL REALTORS® represented the seller and NONMEMBER represented the buyer on 1770 Vavra Dr, Ely IA 52227 in Ely. The two of them walked an inherited property all the way to closing, which is what pre-probate work asks for. The home closed at $291,000. LeadCruncher is built to put agents in front of the next motivated heir before anyone else gets there.
- Carla Werning, RUHL & RUHL REALTORS®
- NONMEMBER
Frequently asked about this sale
How much did 1770 Vavra Dr, Ely, IA 52227 sell for?
1770 Vavra Dr, Ely, IA 52227 sold for $291,000 on 06/22/2026.
When did 1770 Vavra Dr, Ely, IA 52227 sell?
The transfer of 1770 Vavra Dr, Ely, IA 52227 was recorded on in Linn County, IA.
Who sold 1770 Vavra Dr, Ely, IA 52227?
1770 Vavra Dr, Ely, IA 52227 was listed by Carla Werning, RUHL & RUHL REALTORS®.
Who represented the buyer of 1770 Vavra Dr, Ely, IA 52227?
The buyer of 1770 Vavra Dr, Ely, IA 52227 was represented by NONMEMBER.
What kind of property is 1770 Vavra Dr, Ely, IA 52227?
1770 Vavra Dr, Ely, IA 52227 is recorded as Residential. Its land-use classification is Single Family Residential. The record lists 3 bed. It was built in 1964.
How can I find more pre-probate leads near Ely?
LeadCruncher tracks pre-probate (also called inheritance or successor) leads across Linn County and nationwide. Each lead is identified from county death and estate records, giving you the chance to reach heirs before the property goes on the market. Use the Find Similar Leads button above to filter by IA and start with the freshest records.
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Linn County, Iowa from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Public records and inheritance references
Every figure on this page traces back to a public record. Use the Linn County, Iowa recorder for the deed itself, and these references for the law that governs a pre-probate transfer.
- Public Records Online Directory
County-by-county directory of recorder, assessor, and tax collector offices across all 50 states. Useful for pulling the original deed or recorded sale.
- How heirs inherit property — Cornell Law
Overview of probate and how heirs or beneficiaries gain the legal authority to sell inherited real estate — the process behind most pre-probate leads.
- Intestate succession explained — Cornell Law
What happens when an owner dies without a will and property passes to next of kin by law — the most common pre-probate scenario.
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