$310,000

2401 Unicorn Ave Thayer, IA 50254

Estimated payment $1,866/month

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,196 Sq Ft
$259 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Carpet
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dining Room
  • Heating System Uses Wood

About This Home

Discover a truly rare opportunity at 2401 Unicorn Ave-a property as unique as its address! Set on a manageable 1.28 acres, this well maintained 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath property treats you to unobstructed views in every direction. With 1,196 square feet of inviting living space, you'll enjoy a functional floor plan and the option of all-electric heat or an exceptionally efficient wood burning system for cozy comfort all winter long. Step outside to find outbuildings in great condition, just like the home itself, and a two-year-old roof ensuring years of worry-free living. Everything here is neat and tidy, offering peace of mind and effortless country living. If you dream of privacy and breathtaking vistas, 2401 Unicorn Ave is truly your happy place-an extraordinary retreat in the middle of nowhere, waiting for you to call it home. Time of Transfer for the Septic System will be required for the buyer. Sellers offering buyers agent compensation of 3% of purchase price. GPS does work in the area but just in case : Recommended driving directions from Hwy 34 , Take P64/Willow to 220th ( the pavement ends take a right) , take Warbler Ave, turn onto 230th, take Unicorn to the property. If you take Redwood off of Hwy 34 be prepared to cross the railroad bridge. If you are coming from the South you have the navigation skills to locate the property.

Listing Agent

Ruth Bolinger

The Real Estate Store Listed on: 03/17/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,814

Year Built

  • Built in 1972

Lot Details

  • 1.28 Acre Lot

Home Design

  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,196 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Laminate Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Wood
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Septic Tank

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,814

Year Built

Built in 1972

Lot Details

1.28 Acres

Listing Details

  • FloorCarpet: Yes
  • FloorLaminate: Yes
  • HamletID: 0
  • HeatFuelElectric: Yes
  • HeatFuelWood: Yes
  • HeatTypeRadiant: Yes
  • KitchenCounterType: Laminate
  • LandRentAmount: 0
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.28
  • Number Of Stories: 1
  • PercentageOfTaxThatIsDeductable: 0
  • PropertyCity: Thayer
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • RenovationComments: Roof 2024
  • Renovation Year: 0
  • ResidentialStyle: Ranch
  • RoofAsphalt: Yes
  • Dining Room: Yes
  • First Floor Bathroom: Yes
  • First Floor Master Bedroom: Yes
  • Kitchen: Yes
  • Walk In Closet: Yes
  • SForSaleAndRForRental: S
  • SidingVinyl: Yes
  • USStateAbbreviation: IA
  • WaterSourceType: Other
  • Year Built: 1972
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • ApplianceDishwasher: Yes
  • ApplianceDryer: Yes
  • ApplianceOven: Yes
  • ApplianceRefrigerator: Yes
  • ApplianceWasher: Yes
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Number Basement Bedrooms: Yes
  • BasementPartlyFinished: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Kitchen Type: Eat-In
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Living Room: Yes
  • AboveArea Sq Ft: 1196

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • AttachedParking: 0
  • Numberof Garage Spaces: 0

Utilities

  • Primary Heat Type Other: Yes
  • Sewer Type: Private Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 0
  • Units in Building: 0

Schools

  • School District: 000000

Lot Info

  • Number Of Lots: 0

Multi Family

  • Unit Number of Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Taxes: 2814

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 24

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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
2025 $2,816 $218,470 $36,960 $181,510
2024 $2,816 $200,590 $36,960 $163,630
2023 $2,738 $168,820 $22,680 $146,140
2022 $1,686 $145,830 $22,680 $123,150
2021 $1,686 $83,580 $21,200 $62,380
2020 $1,302 $65,350 $11,050 $54,300
2019 $1,328 $65,350 $0 $0
2018 $1,264 $65,350 $0 $0
2017 $1,264 $65,350 $0 $0
2016 $1,280 $65,350 $0 $0
2015 $1,280 $59,960 $0 $0
2014 $1,190 $59,960 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/17/2026 03/17/26 For Sale $310,000 -- $259 / Sq Ft
Source: My State MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $66,000 None Available
Special Warranty Deed $298,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $66,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $223,200 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Ruth Bolinger

The Real Estate Store

(641) 782-4935

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I have been licensed since 1996, owning & operating The Real Estate Store beginning in 1999 . I am an independent Broker/Owner.
I became active and full time again in 2022 after working in the field of insurance and financial services, services to veterans, the under employed, the homeless, disabled and elderly through employment services and case management across the state of Iowa since 2008.

My husband and I rented for 22 years before becoming a homeowners ourselves. We were

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Source: My State MLS

MLS Number: 11677383

APN: 1216200005

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