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Guthrie Center offers space, serenity and small-town ties
Set apart from urban areas and engulfed in Iowa's vast rural spaces, Guthrie Center is a quaint and neighborly town positioned appropriately in the center of Guthrie County. Here, you'll find homes lined in rows, creating a suburban feel, along with high-ranking schools and a mixture of local shops. Access to natural spaces is abundant, with parks scattered throughout the city, as well as easy access to broader wilderness areas. Like a modern-day Green Acres, Guthrie Center appeals to that recent wave of Americans leaving urban centers in favor of the country life. It's the perfect spot for setting up a quiet life away from the noise, but there is enough of a community here that residents will by no means feel isolated. Bringing together a variety of opportunities for recreation and everyday life amongst the rural layout of Iowa, Guthrie Center is a great location for settling down and enjoying the peace and quiet.
Residents of Guthrie Center welcome visitors warmly and are happy to help.
The Guthrie Center water tower proudly displays the stars and stripes.
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A range of homes with an average sale price around $200,000
Home styles are diverse in Guthrie Center. While some homes date back to the early twentieth century, others were constructed more recently. Homebuyers choose from a selection of bungalows with an older charm, while ranch styles and colonials are also available for more traditional designs. The area is known as more of a seller’s market and the average home sale price is around $200,000.
Updated original homes are becoming more prevalent in Guthrie Center.
Colorful homes original to the town can be found throughout Guthrie Center.
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Baseball and football at Adair-Casey and Guthrie Center High School
Local students can attend Guthrie Center Elementary School, which receives a B grade from Niche, followed by Adair-Casey and Guthrie Center Junior High School, which receives a C. Adair-Casey and Guthrie Center High School, rated C-plus, has several baseball diamonds and a football field.
Guthrie Center Elementary School has a brightly colored campus to help inspire local students.
Guthrie Center High's inclusion of their mascot helps make school more exciting for all.
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Rural charm meets recreation at parks and golf course
Allowing residents to get the most out of the area’s rural charm, State Street makes it easy to escape on a joyride through the countryside. Guthrie Center Golf Course is a great spot to spend time just outside of the neighborhood’s central boundaries and is known for its well-kept fairways and challenging holes. On the neighborhood’s west side, Mitchell Park is a small spot with onsite tennis and basketball courts. On the same property, locals can cool off during the summer months at Guthrie Center Aquatic Center.
Guthrie Center Golf Course's nine holes sit on green rolling hills.
Mitchell Park boasts a brightly colored playset for Guthrie Center residents to enjoy.
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Stores and restaurants cluster near State and 5th street
Locals congregate in the center of town at the intersection of State Street and 5th Street. Featuring smaller convenience chains and gas stations, as well as a Dollar General location, Guthrie Center makes sure each resident can access what they need to get through the week. Just a few minutes west on State Street, Prime Time Restaurant is an unsuspecting location for excellent American dishes from steak to chicken tenders. Hometown Foods is also available in this region of Guthrie Center for anyone looking to cook for themselves. On the east side, Café on the Hill is a highly rated spot known for its hot beef sandwich.
Shops, restaurants, and other local businesses line the thriving State Street in Guthrie Center.
PrimeTime Restaurant in Guthrie Center is a local favorite for lunch, dinner, and drinks.
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Guthrie County Fair brings residents together for music and a carnival
Every year towards the end of summer, the Guthrie County Fair brings together the community for a celebration of life in this rural region, as well as live music, a free carnival, rodeo, tractor pull, parade and plenty of opportunities to try delicious homemade dishes. Hosted on the city’s Guthrie County Fairgrounds, residents of Guthrie Center are so close they can walk.
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On average, homes in Guthrie Center, IA sell after 65 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Guthrie Center, IA over the last 12 months is $158,500, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
343.09 acres, m/l, located 2 south of Guthrie Center, Iowa on the east side of Hwy 25.This farm has an estimated 293.89 open pasture acres with a CSR2 of 51.00, two ponds and timber.Improvements on this property include: Exterior fence (2023) Inter-seeded (2024) South pond improved (2024) 30 x 40 shed with metal sidingThis is a nice property with
Spacious 4-Bedroom Home on 3.26-Acre Corner Lot, Just Minutes from Guthrie Center!This acreage sits on 3.26 acres, approx. 5 from Guthrie Center and only 1⁄2 mile off HWY 25. Featuring a 2-car detached garage, screened-in porch, and a well-laid-out 4-bedroom, 1-bath home, this property offers both comfort and potential. The first floor includes a bedroom, dining area, living room, and a
Discover the ease of one-level living in this immaculate 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom ranch. Boasting a functional, open layout, this home features a bright living area, a functional kitchen, and an attached 1-car garage that offers secure parking and extra storage. NEW roof, siding, and windows in 2025. NEW water heater in 2026. Plus updated flooring throughout the main level and large updated
Dream garage, garden space and wildlife. This home sits on 2.5 acres inside town so you have conveniences, yet very much with a country feel with a 2 car garage with a cement floor and a big shop area in it, with bathroom hook-ups in place. Great setting to see wildlife right in town with plenty of room for a big garden and lots of different outdoor activities. New asphalt milling driveway so
Charming New Construction on a Corner LotWelcome home to this beautifully designed new construction ranch, perfectly situated on a shaded corner lot with a covered front porch and a 2-car attached garage. Step inside to discover an open-concept layout that seamlessly connects the kitchen, dining, and living areas, ideal for modern living and entertaining.The spacious kitchen features a
Ashlee & Kyle KnickerbockerKeller Williams Realty GDM
This 4-bedroom, 2-bath is a fantastic opportunity for a first-time homebuyer ready to build sweat equity or an investor searching for their next rental property. Located right in the heart of Guthrie Center, this home offers space, flexibility, and endless possibilities. The main floor features a convenient bedroom and full bathroom, ideal for guests or main-level living. Upstairs, you’ll find
Discover the possibilities with this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home nestled on 4.55 acres—the perfect blend of old-fashioned charm and country potential. If you’ve been looking for space, privacy, and a property you can make your own, this one checks all the boxes. Inside, you’ll find classic character throughout, including original details that give the home its warm, timeless feel. The layout offers
MOTIVATED SELLER! GREAT ACREAGE for $269,900! If you're craving privacy, this ACREAGE could be yours!! Spacious 4 square farmhouse has lots of charm! Wrap around porch is perfect for quiet eventings or your morning coffee! Plus it's only 20 minutes to the interstate, 10 to Guthrie Center or 15 to Panora! Absolutely beautiful, private setting that you'll never want to leave! There have been many
Welcome to this spacious and stylish walk-out ranch, perfectly blending comfort and modern updates. This home features 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, offering plenty of space for family, guests, or a home office setup.Step inside to find gleaming hardwood floors that flow throughout the main living areas, adding warmth and elegance. The updated kitchen boasts modern finishes, perfect for
343.09 acres, m/l, located 21⁄2 south of Guthrie Center, Iowa on the east side of Hwy 25. This farm has an estimated 293.89 open pasture acres with a CSR2 of 51.00, two ponds and timber. Improvements on this property include: • Exterior fence (2023) • Inter-seeded (2024) • South pond improved (2024) • 30’ x 40’ shed with metal siding This is a nice property with improved open pasture, ponds and
Welcome home to this large two story family home with beautiful ORIGINAL WOODWORK and BUILT-INS! Wrap around covered porch! Inside the family room opens to the formal dining room that will fit a table large enough for entertaining! The kitchen has been opened up and contains a breakfast bar, appliances are included - cooktop, wall oven, built-in microwave, dishwasher and a french door fridge with
Charming and full of character, this 4-bedroom home in the heart of Guthrie Center offers the perfect blend of timeless appeal and meaningful updates—now positioned to reflect the true value of the improvements that have been made. Just minutes from Main Street, schools, and parks, the location is hard to beat. Inside, you’ll find bright, welcoming living spaces that flow seamlessly into an
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