$194,900

505 W M St Forest City, IA 50436

Estimated payment $1,247/month

Total Views 2,754
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,572 Sq Ft
$76 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • Corner Lot
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Forest City Middle School Rated A-
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Thermal Windows

About This Home

Just like NEW and waiting for YOU....so come and see this LUXURIOUS home that's been meticulously updated and offering all the extras you've been searching for. Featuring EXTRA LARGE bedrooms, main floor den/family room, newer thermal windows, tall ceilings, gorgeous kitchen with QUARTZ counters and ALL NEW appliances, new floor coverings, freshly painted, MAIN FLOOR LAUNDRY with 3/4 bath, NEARLY NEW & extra large 2 car garage, ONLY 3 BLOCKS to Waldorf College and much, much more. Seeing is believing...this home is the BEST of the BEST, so don't delay and Call TODAY!

Listing Agent

Joe Chodur

HOLTZ REALTY Listed on: 08/04/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,248

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 66 x 132
  • Corner Lot
  • Property is zoned RG/GENERAL RES

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,572 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Thermal Windows
  • Double Hung Windows
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower Only
  • Separate Shower

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Water Softener is Owned

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1135211008

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,248

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Type: SF OUTSIDE MASON
  • Style: 2 Story
  • Office Web Site: www.niowarealty.com
  • Other Features: Open Staircase
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
  • Windows: Double Hung, Thermal
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedroom 1: On Level: Upper, Dimensions: 18.6 x13.6
  • Bedroom 2: On Level: Upper, Dimensions: 13.6 x 11
  • Bedroom 3: On Level: Upper, Dimensions: 12 x 9.6
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower, Shower, Tub
  • Bathrooms: 1.75
  • Total Main Level Bathrooms: .75
  • Basement: Full
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 13 x 12
  • Family Room: Main
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 21 x 13
  • Family Room1: Dimensions: 13.6 x11.6
  • Utility Room Type: Main
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 16.6 x 10, All new w/quartz counters
  • Kitchen Appliances: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Softener-Owned
  • Main Level Finished Sq Ft: 1,004
  • Upper Level Finished Sq Ft: 784
  • Total Unfinished/Finished Sq Ft: 2572

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame, Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation: Block

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage Capacity: 2
  • Garage: Detached, Door Opener

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Flood Insurance: Not Required
  • Heat: Forced Air, Gas
  • Utilities Sewer: CITY
  • Water: CITY

Association/Amenities

  • Outdoor Amenities: Corner Lot

Schools

  • School District: Forest City

Lot Info

  • Total Assessed Value: 153,530.00
  • Estimated Lot Sq Ft: 66 x 132
  • Parcel Number: 1135211008
  • Zoning: RG/GENERAL RES

Tax Info

  • Year: 2025
  • Taxes: 2,248

MLS Schools

  • School District: Forest City

Map

Range of Values:

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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
2024 $2,152 $117,130 $18,480 $98,650
2023 $2,018 $117,130 $18,480 $98,650
2022 $1,818 $90,400 $16,080 $74,320
2021 $1,826 $90,400 $16,080 $74,320
2020 $1,634 $86,090 $15,310 $70,780
2019 $1,636 $73,750 $0 $0
2018 $1,640 $73,750 $0 $0
2017 $1,640 $68,500 $0 $0
2016 $1,514 $68,500 $0 $0
2015 $1,514 $65,240 $0 $0
2014 $1,362 $65,240 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/04/2025 08/04/25 For Sale $194,900 -- $76 / Sq Ft
Source: Mason City Multiple Listing Service

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Special Warranty Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $50,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Source: Public Records

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Source: Mason City Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 250555

Mason City Multiple Listing Service

APN: 1135211008