$469,000

601 Forest Dr Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Estimated payment $3,063/month

Total Views 2,376
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,813 Sq Ft
$123 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • Deck
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Hoover Elementary School Rated 9+
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Corner Lot

About This Home

An iconic piece of Council Bluffs history, this 4-bedroom, 3-bath charmer is instantly recognizable with its brick exterior, red tile roof, and timeless character. Built to stand out and lovingly cared for, it offers many updates that will surprise you while still holding onto the warmth and charm that makes homes like this so special.Step inside and you'll find generous living spaces, classic architectural details, and smart updates that make daily living easy without taking away from the home's original personality. From the light-filled rooms to the cozy nooks, every corner has a story to tell.Set on a beautiful lot with mature trees; plenty of curb appeal, and an amazing view this is the kind of home that doesn't just catch your eye--it stays in your memory.

Listing Agent

Andi Coziahr

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate The Good Life Group License #S67966000 Listed on: 09/06/2025

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate The Good Life Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,326

Year Built

  • Built in 1941

Lot Details

  • Corner Lot
  • Sprinkler System

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation
  • Tile Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Built-In Features
  • Woodwork
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Awning
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Tile Flooring
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Snack Bar or Counter
  • Built-In or Custom Kitchen Cabinets
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2.5 Bathrooms

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Kitchen in Basement
  • Recreation or Family Area in Basement
  • Laundry in Basement

Home Security

  • Intercom
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Porch

Schools

  • Hoover Elementary School
  • Gerald W Kirn Middle School
  • Abraham Lincoln High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Gas Available
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,326

Year Built

Built in 1941

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Air Conditioner: Electric Central
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Baths, Family Room, Walkout, Other, Laundry, Kitchen, Fully Finished, Full
  • Dining Facilities: Breakfast Nook, Snack Bar, Formal Dining, Eat In Kitchen
  • Entry Level: Main Level
  • Fireplace: Family Room, Yes, Main Floor
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fans, Intercom, Wet Bar, Walk-in Closets, Tile Floor, Smoke Alarms, Original Woodwork, Extra Built-ins
  • Kitchen Features: Custom Cabinets, Refrigerator, Solid Surface Cntr, Pantry, Microwave, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Electric Range
  • Laundry: Basement, Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
  • Lower Tri Level: None
  • Main Level: Baths, Primary Bedroom, Other Bedrooms, Kitchen, Living Room, Dining
  • Ramp Access: No
  • Second Level: Baths, Other Bedrooms
  • Sq Ft 2nd Floor: 1089.00
  • Sq Ft Basement Finished: 1000.00
  • Sq Ft Main Floor: 1724.00
  • Stories: 2.0
  • Total Basement Sq Ft: 1000.00
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 3813.00
  • Total Above Ground Finished Sq Ft: 2813.00

Beds/Baths

  • Bathrooms Above Grade: 2
  • Bathrooms Below Grade: .5
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 4
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: None
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.50
  • Total Bedrooms: 4

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Amenities: Awnings, Three Season Room, Sprinkler System, Patio, Other, Open Porch, Deck
  • New Construction: N
  • Roof: Tile
  • Site Amenities: Concrete Road, Off Street Parking, View, Other, Corner Lot
  • Style: 2 Story

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: 2
  • Garage Features: Electric, Extra Storage
  • Garage Type: Detached

Utilities

  • Heating: Gas Forced Air
  • Hot Water Heater: Gas
  • Budget Electricity: 61
  • Budget Gas: 81
  • Services: City Sewer, Public Sidewalks, Gas, Electrical, City Water

Association/Amenities

  • Association Fee: N

Schools

  • School District: Council Bluffs
  • Elementary School: Hoover
  • Middle School: Gerald W Kirn
  • High School: Abraham Lincoln
  • Elementary School: Hoover
  • High School: Abraham Lincoln
  • Jr High: Gerald W Kirn
  • School District: Council Bluffs

Lot Info

  • Flood Insurance: Not Required
  • Lot Size: .26 acres
  • Lot Size Range: Over 1/4 up to 1/2 Acre

Building Info

  • Construction: Brick
  • Year Built: 1941

Tax Info

  • Current REIDS Year Paid: N
  • Gross Taxes: 6531.77
  • Net Taxes: 6326.00
  • Tax Year: 2024

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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 $6,326 $324,300 $39,500 $284,800
2023 $6,256 $324,300 $39,500 $284,800
2022 $5,776 $255,100 $36,900 $218,200
2021 $8,854 $255,100 $36,900 $218,200
2020 $5,222 $255,100 $36,900 $218,200
2019 $5,412 $219,031 $34,177 $184,854
2018 $5,306 $219,031 $34,177 $184,854
2017 $5,368 $219,031 $34,177 $184,854
2015 $5,246 $219,031 $34,177 $184,854
2014 $5,252 $219,031 $34,177 $184,854
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/06/2025 09/06/25 For Sale $469,000 -- $123 / Sq Ft
Source: Southwest Iowa Association of Realtors®

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Source: Southwest Iowa Association of Realtors®

MLS Number: 25-1899

Southwest Iowa Association of Realtors®

APN: 7543-30-402-001