$230,000
SOLD AUG 15, 2025

1479 F Ave Ladora, IA 52251

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,264 Sq Ft
3.02 Acres

Recently Sold

$102 Per Sq Ft

16% Below List Price

90 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Recreation Room
  • Patio
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Family Room

About This Home

As of August 2025

Nestled on a flat and open 3.02-acre lot — with two separate parcels — this 3-bedroom, 3-bath home offers 2,264 square feet of inviting living space. Originally built in 1900, this property has been thoughtfully updated over the years, including some newer windows, a metal roof, and a radon mitigation system. The heart of the home is truly stunning — a floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace is situated between the kitchen, dining, and sitting areas, creating a cozy gathering space for family and friends. Upstairs, you’ll find a spacious primary suite complete with its own full bath, along with a bonus room perfect for an office, hobby space, or playroom. The lower level is partially finished and full of potential, already featuring a full kitchen and full bathroom — ideal for guests, entertaining, or future expansion. Outside, the detached garage, mature trees, and wide-open countryside views set the stage for quiet mornings, weekend projects, or simply soaking in the peaceful setting. Whether you're dreaming of a hobby farm, extra gardens, or just room to roam, this property offers flexibility and space to make it your own. Don't miss your chance to own a slice of country life, just waiting for your personal touch!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carla Werning

Ruhl&Ruhl, REALTORS - CR Listed on: 04/23/2025

Ruhl&Ruhl, REALTORS - CR

Co-Listed By

Katie Sisson

Ruhl&Ruhl, Realtors

Last Buyer's Agent

Jake McLaughlin

Iowa Elite Marketing Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,032

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Parking

  • 3 Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace Features Masonry
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Iowa Valley Elementary And Middle School
  • Iowa Valley High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window
  • Private Water Source
  • Private or Community Septic Tank

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • 3.02 Acre Lot

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 072604042 & 072604044

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,032

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: SINGLE FAMILY/ACREAGE
  • Total Sq Ft: 2264
  • Homebuilder: Unknown
  • Owner Name L F Mi: Messer
  • Ownership Type: Single Family
  • Photo Code: Complete
  • Remarks: Sale to include 2 parcels 072604042 & 072604044. Buyer to verify gross and net taxes.
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Tax Year Report: 2024
  • Directions: From Marengo, W on Hwy 6, continue W through Ladora, then N on F Ave
  • Aging In Place Form: No
  • L O1 Dues Paid: y
  • L O2 Dues Paid: y
  • S O1 Dues Paid: y
  • Amenities: None
  • Basement Remarks: Full
  • Fireplace Type Location: In Living Room, Masonry, Wood Burning
  • Interior R: Other
  • Kitchen Breakfast R: Kit/Dining Rm Comb
  • Lot Description R: 2-5 Acre
  • Possession R: Negotiable
  • Possible Finance R: Cash, Conventional
  • Stories Style R: 2 Story
  • Remarks2: Nestled on a flat and open 3.02-acre lot — with two separate parcels — this 3-bedroom, 3-bath home offers 2,264 square feet of inviting living space. Originally built in 1900, this property has been thoughtfully updated over the years, including some newer windows, a metal roof, and a radon mitigation system. The heart of the home is truly stunning — a floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace is situated between the kitchen, dining, and sitting areas, creating a cozy gathering space for family and friends. Upstairs, you’ll find a spacious primary suite complete with its own full bath, along with a bonus room perfect for an office, hobby space, or playroom. The lower level is partially finished and full of potential, already featuring a full kitchen and full bathroom — ideal for guests, entertaining, or future expansion. Outside, the detached garage, mature trees, and wide-open countryside views set the stage for quiet mornings, weekend projects, or simply soaking in the peaceful setting. Whether you're dreaming of a hobby farm, extra gardens, or just room to roam, this property offers flexibility and space to make it your own. Don't miss your chance to own a slice of country life, just waiting for your personal touch!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Range/Oven, Dryer, Washer
  • Number Bedrooms Upper: 2
  • Number Bedrooms Main: 1
  • Sq Ft Above: 1536
  • Total Full Baths: 3
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Lower Level Finished Sq Ft: 728
  • Laundry Location: Other
  • Mstr Br Level: Main
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Number of Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame
  • ExteriorFeatures: Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Spaces: 3 Cars

Utilities

  • Water Sewer: Private Water, Private Septic
  • Heating Cooling: Window/Wall Units, Electric, Zoned/Dual

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Fees Include: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Iowa Valley
  • Middle School: Iowa Valley
  • High School: Iowa Valley
  • High School: Iowa Valley
  • Jr Middle School: Iowa Valley
  • Elementary School: Iowa Valley

Lot Info

  • Acreage: 3.02
  • Geo Subdivision: IA
  • Lot Dimensions: 3.02
  • Zoning: Residential

Tax Info

  • Gross Tax County City: 3032
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 072604042 & 072604044

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 23, 2025
Closed on
Aug 15, 2025
Sold by
Wilkinson Molly K and Messer Charles L
Bought by
Parr Jeremie Francis and Parr Danielle Marie
Seller's Agent
Carla Werning
Ruhl&Ruhl, REALTORS - CR
Buyer's Agent
Jake McLaughlin
Iowa Elite Marketing Group
List Price
$275,000
Sold Price
$230,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$45,000
-16.36%
Views
248

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
123.94%
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Outstanding Balance
$149,937
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Estimated Equity
$107,544

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 8, 2017
Sold by
Heiler Franklin D
Bought by
Messer Charles L and Wilkinson Molly K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$181,818
Interest Rate
3.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $230,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $180,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $150,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $181,818 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/15/2025 08/15/25 Sold $230,000 -16.4% $102 / Sq Ft
07/22/2025 07/22/25 Pending -- -- --
04/23/2025 04/23/25 For Sale $275,000 -- $121 / Sq Ft
Source: Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

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 $3,032 $252,400 $36,780 $215,620
2023 $2,914 $252,400 $36,780 $215,620
2022 $2,504 $209,410 $30,730 $178,680
2021 $2,360 $209,410 $30,730 $178,680
2020 $2,274 $183,910 $30,730 $153,180
2019 $2,428 $183,910 $30,730 $153,180
2018 $1,862 $173,990 $27,940 $146,050
2017 $1,876 $131,480 $27,940 $103,540
2016 $1,866 $131,480 $27,940 $103,540
2015 -- $131,480 $27,940 $103,540
2014 -- $124,030 $27,940 $96,090
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 202502725

Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 07-26-0404-2