$214,900
SOLD JUL 25, 2025

1097 250th St Melrose, IA 52569

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,874 Sq Ft
0.61 Acres

Recently Sold

$115 Per Sq Ft

5 Days on Market

About This Home

As of July 2025

Are you seeking a stunning lakefront retreat on Rathbun Lake in the private Indian Ridge community? This charming home offers breathtaking views, spacious living, and endless relaxation opportunities. It features a well-equipped kitchen with ample storage, three large bedrooms with generous closets, and 1.5 bathrooms. There are two inviting living areas, perfect for family gatherings, along with a detached garage and carport. The expansive back deck is ideal for entertaining or enjoying panoramic lake views, enhanced by large windows along the east side that frame the scenery beautifully. Situated on a shaded yard with mature trees, the property includes two parking areas and a walkout basement leading to a back patio, perfect for lakeside relaxation. A short drive from the home, an additional large lot boasts a 36’x40’ pole building—great for storage, a workshop, or guest space with utility hookups. The home is fully furnished, including a golf cart and fishing boat, allowing you to move right in and start living your lakefront dream. Designed for a peaceful, owner-occupied environment, the subdivision fosters a welcoming community without rental properties. This is an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking a well-maintained, serene Rathbun Lake home with stunning views and amenities. Contact me to schedule your private tour!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Olivia Teno

Hawkeye Farm Mgmt & Real Estat Listed on: 06/27/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Outside Agent-SEIA Outside Agent-SEIA

Outside Office

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,728

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

Parking

  • 1

Home Design

  • Metal Roof

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank

Community Details

  • Association fees include water, sewer, shared amenities

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,728

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road, Unpaved Streets
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NOC28856
  • Inclusions: All appliances and personal property remaining except black bar cabinet, pontoon and air compressor.
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1874
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Exhaust Fan, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Fuel Tank - Rented, Electric Water Heater
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access, Full, Finished
  • Fireplace: No
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Common Walls: 0
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Detached Garage, Carport, Gravel

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Sewer: Shared Septic
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Water Source: Rural/Municipality, Shared System

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Shared Amenities
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: SEIA

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 0.61 +/- Acres
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 26572

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2640

Multi Family

  • Electric Expense: 75

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/25/2025 07/25/25 Sold $214,900 0.0% $115 / Sq Ft
07/02/2025 07/02/25 Pending -- -- --
06/27/2025 06/27/25 For Sale $214,900 +152.8% $115 / Sq Ft
06/16/2014 06/16/14 Sold $85,000 -2.9% $94 / Sq Ft
05/21/2014 05/21/14 Pending -- -- --
11/25/2013 11/25/13 For Sale $87,500 -- $97 / Sq Ft
Source: NoCoast MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $1,728 $131,140 $10,130 $121,010
2023 $1,840 $131,140 $10,130 $121,010
2022 $1,560 $117,800 $10,130 $107,670
2021 $1,412 $101,460 $5,060 $96,400
2020 $1,412 $84,550 $5,060 $79,490
2019 $1,492 $86,080 $4,050 $82,030
2018 $1,492 $86,080 $4,050 $82,030
2017 $1,422 $84,622 $0 $0
2016 $1,542 $84,622 $0 $0
2015 $1,542 $66,250 $0 $0
2014 $1,076 $66,250 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Olivia Teno

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Olivia Teno

    Hawkeye Farm Mgmt & Real Estat

    (641) 777-1345

    15 Total Sales

    Olivia Teno
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    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Outside Agent-SEIA Outside Agent-SEIA

    Outside Office

  • S

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Sabrina Wells

    Bogle Realty LLC

    (641) 895-3711

    128 Total Sales

    Sabrina Wells
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    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Lynette Cisler

    Hometown Realty

    (641) 437-1060

    Lynette Cisler
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Map

Source: NoCoast MLS

MLS Number: NOC6329160

NoCoast MLS

APN: 040F01400100

Iowa Wayne County Melrose 52569

1097 250th St, Melrose, IA

This home is located at 1097 250th St, Melrose, IA 52569 and is currently priced at $214,900, approximately $114 per square foot. This property was built in 1980. 1097 250th St is a home located in Wayne County.

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