$255,000
SOLD SEP 11, 2025

811 E Water St Decorah, IA 52101

4 Beds
3 Baths
1,727 Sq Ft
6,625 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$148 Per Sq Ft

27% Below List Price

63 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Carrie Lee Elementary School Rated 9+
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Water Softener

About This Home

As of September 2025

Spacious 4-Bedroom Home with Modern Comforts in a Prime Location Don’t miss this beautifully maintained home just blocks from downtown Decorah! Offering the perfect blend of space, functionality, and charm, it’s ideal for families or anyone looking to enjoy comfortable living in a convenient and quiet neighborhood. This home features four bedrooms and three bathrooms, including a main floor bedroom with an adjoining full bath and laundry area—perfect for guests or single-level living. The main floor also includes a bright and welcoming living room that flows seamlessly into the open kitchen and dining area, creating a warm and inviting space for everyday life or entertaining. Each level of the home includes a bathroom, providing added convenience for busy households. Upstairs, you’ll find three spacious bedrooms with a comfortable layout. The finished basement offers a cozy family room, ideal for movie nights, playtime, or hosting friends. Outside, a charming open front porch offers the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind in the evening. One of the standout features of this property is the oversized three-car detached garage. Heated with an in-floor system, this dream garage offers ample space for vehicles, hobbies, storage, or even a workshop. Whether you're a car enthusiast, need room for outdoor gear, or simply want a versatile space to work year-round, this garage delivers in both comfort and functionality. Located just a short walk from Decorah’s downtown shops, restaurants, and parks, this home combines modern amenities with small-town charm in an unbeatable location.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joan Rollins

AJ Realty, Inc. License #B39150 Listed on: 05/27/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Trent Ostby

Kelly Real Estate Inc License #S70200000

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,628

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 6,625 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 53 x 125
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned R-3

Home Design

  • Concrete Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,727 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Laundry on main level

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms

Basement

  • Stone Basement
  • Sump Pump

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Workshop in Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Schools

  • Decorah Community Schools Elementary And Middle School
  • Decorah Community Schools High School

Utilities

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

Additional Features

  • Handicap Accessible
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 111533200500

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,628

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Parcel Number: 111533200500
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • PropertyType: Residential
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: 1st Floor
  • ResoLotFeatures: Landscaped, Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.15
  • Road Frontage Type: Hard Surface Road
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
  • Co List Office Phone: 563-382-3627
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Reso Fireplace Features: None
  • Reso Interior Features: Handicap Access
  • Reso Roof: Shingle, Asphalt
  • TotalFinishedSquareFootage: 1727
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Sump Pump, Gas Water Heater, Water Softener
  • Basement: Concrete, Stone/Rock
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 250
  • BelowGradeArea: 624

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Covered

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: 3 or More Stalls, Detached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Oversized, Wired, Workshop in Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: N/A

Schools

  • Elementary School: Decorah Community Schools
  • High School: Decorah Community Schools
  • Middle Or Junior School: Decorah Community Schools

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R-3
  • Lot Dimensions: 53 x 125
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6625
  • Additional Parcels: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3628

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 27, 2025
Closed on
Sep 2, 2025
Sold by
Cotton Michael and Cotton Mary Lou
Bought by
Clark Bruce Wesley
Seller's Agent
Joan Rollins
AJ Realty, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Trent Ostby
Kelly Real Estate Inc
List Price
$349,900
Sold Price
$255,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$94,900
-27.12%
Views
82
Current Estimated Value
$254,992

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$8
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.01%
Original Mortgage
$204,000
Outstanding Balance
$203,823
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$51,169
Source: Public Records

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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 $255,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $204,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/11/2025 09/11/25 Sold $255,000 -15.0% $148 / Sq Ft
07/29/2025 07/29/25 Pending -- -- --
06/17/2025 06/17/25 Price Changed $299,900 -14.3% $174 / Sq Ft
05/27/2025 05/27/25 For Sale $349,900 -- $203 / Sq Ft
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional Board 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
2025 $3,778 $231,340 $20,460 $210,880
2024 $3,778 $200,710 $20,460 $180,250
2023 $3,632 $200,710 $20,460 $180,250
2022 $3,448 $174,340 $17,050 $157,290
2021 $3,260 $170,890 $17,050 $153,840
2020 $3,260 $158,580 $17,050 $141,530
2019 $3,172 $158,580 $0 $0
2018 $3,243 $158,580 $0 $0
2017 $2,744 $130,840 $0 $0
2016 $2,754 $130,840 $0 $0
2015 $2,592 $125,540 $0 $0
2014 $2,546 $125,540 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northeast Iowa Regional Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: NBR20252425

Northeast Iowa Regional Board of REALTORS®

APN: 111533200500