NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1267 Frontier Rd Ellston, IA 50074

Estimated Value: $656,046 - $924,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
900 Sq Ft
$815/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: August 15, 2025

Last sale price $657,000 $730 Per Sq Ft

Est. 12% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,560 / mo

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Family Room
  • Mount Ayr Elementary School Rated 9+

About This Home

As of August 2025

1267 Frontier Road. Premier Lakefront Retreat. Welcome to one of Sun Valley Lake's most sought-after properties! This beautifully maintained three-bedroom, two bath home is perfectly situated on a very flat lot with just the right amount of mature shade trees, offering both comfort and tranquility.
Located just off the vibrant Party Cove, this property boasts tremendous open water views and a floating dock system, making it ideal for boating and lakeside entertaining. The park-like setting features a lush landscape, a two-car garage, and ample space for outdoor fun. Whether you're looking for a weekend escape or a full-time residence, this home checks all the boxes for luxury lake living.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cherri Vos

RE/MAX Revolution Listed on: 07/14/2025

RE/MAX Revolution

Last Buyer's Agent

Cherri Vos

RE/MAX Revolution Listed on: 07/14/2025

RE/MAX Revolution

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,230

Year Built

  • Built in 1987

Lot Details

  • 0.3

HOA Fees

  • $83 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Poured Concrete
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 900 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Gravel Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Rural Water

Community Details

  • Svila Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number CA011495

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,230

Year Built

Built in 1987

Lot Details

0.3 Acres

HOA Fees

$83 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 776.11
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 730.00
  • Year Built: 1987
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 2nd Flr Laundry
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Partial Bath Total: 2
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 900
  • Total Sq Ft: 900

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Asphalt
  • Trim: Oak

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel
  • Garage: 2 Detached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: Rural
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Electric Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 1000.0000
  • Association Fee Term: Year
  • Association Fee: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • HOA Name: Sun Valley Iowa Lake
  • Management Firm: SVILA

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: CA011495
  • Zoning: RES

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 5230.00
  • Net Taxes: 5230.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Mt Ayr

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 14, 2025
Closed on
Aug 9, 2025
Sold by
Mcelwee David W and Mcelwee Roberta A
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Cherri Vos
RE/MAX Revolution
Buyer's Agent
Cherri Vos
RE/MAX Revolution
List Price
$698,500
Sold Price
$657,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$41,500
-5.94%
Views
3
Current Estimated Value
$734,864

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$77,864
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.10%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 16, 2012
Sold by
Snover Barry D and Snover Christy D
Bought by
Mcelwee David W and Mcelwee Roberta A
Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$657,000 None Listed On Document
Mcelwee David W $246,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $194,206
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/15/2025 08/15/25 Sold $657,000 -5.9% $730 / Sq Ft
07/16/2025 07/16/25 Pending -- -- --
07/14/2025 07/14/25 For Sale $698,500 -- $776 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History

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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
2025 $5,298 $515,164 $296,729 $218,435
2024 $5,298 $371,292 $209,456 $161,836
2023 $5,774 $371,292 $209,456 $161,836
2022 $5,580 $345,203 $209,456 $135,747
2021 $5,580 $345,203 $209,456 $135,747
2020 $5,040 $305,159 $168,088 $137,071
2019 $4,448 $230,260 $115,170 $115,090
2018 $4,338 $230,260 $115,170 $115,090
2017 $4,468 $230,260 $115,170 $115,090
2016 $4,212 $219,390 $0 $0
2015 $4,212 $210,270 $0 $0
2014 $4,024 $210,270 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Cherri Vos Real Estate Agent - RE/MAX

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Cherri Vos

    RE/MAX

    (641) 340-1289

    75 Total Sales

    Cherri Vos
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 722225

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: CA011495

Iowa Ringgold County Ellston 50074

1267 Frontier Rd, Ellston, IA

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