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196 Lakeview Drive Melrose, IA 52569
Single Family
Residence
3
Beds
3
Baths
3/3
Bed/Bath
2,320
Sq. Ft.
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Here it is! The ultimate lake home with wide open spaces overlooking Rathbun Lake at the Wind-n-Waves Subdivision. 3 bedroom, 3 bath property sits on over 1/2 acre. 2 car detached garage as well as an amazing 36x45 fully insulated garage with a 12 foot door and ample storage for all of your toys. Do...uble A-frame home has been meticulously maintained over the years, with 2nd A-frame built in 1987, along with a full basement and enlarged the garage. In 2010, the decks were replaced/added along with a 6 car garage with loft. in 2020 additional concrete was added. Beautiful views from the lower and upper decks alike. Finished basement has a sauna, full bath, laundry and a huge spare bedroom. There are large cedar closets with ample storage throughout, a walk-in pantry and small utility room right off the kitchen. The sump pump handles tiling around the perimeter of the foundation. Partially fenced yard for your 2 or 4 legged babies. 5 fruit trees, including peach, apple, pear, plum and cherry trees, as well as 3 concord grape vines on the arbor. This property is backed up with a new whole house 20kw generator with automatic transfer switch, covering the home and 2 garages. Large garage has running water. Appliance package with sale includes a brand new dishwasher (May, 2024), along with a large dehumidifier and upright freezer. **OWNER OFFERING $5000 FLOOR COVERING ALLOWANCE!***
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MLS#
6315880
Property Type
Single Family
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
Year Built
1972
Square Feet
2,320
sq. ft
Price per Sq. Ft.
$191.81
Lot Size
0.57
Stories
1.5
Sewer
Private Sewer System
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Tax History for 196 Lakeview Dr
| Year | Property Taxes | Tax Assessment | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2,022 +5.64% | $187,730 +25.35% | ||
| 2022 | $1,914 +11.67% | $149,760 +4.36% | ||
| 2021 | $1,714 - | $143,510 +23.03% | ||
| 2020 | $1,714 - | $116,650 +1.86% | ||
| 2019 | $1,714 - | $114,520 - | ||
| 2018 | $1,714 -1.49% | $114,520 +22.14% | ||
| 2017 | $1,740 | $93,760 | ||
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Comparable Home Sales for 196 Lakeview Dr
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| # | Address | List Price | List Date | Sold Price | Sold Date | Beds | Baths | Sqft | Price/Sqft | Mobile Summary | Mobile Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 196 Lakeview Dr, Melrose, IA 52569 | 3 | 3 | 2,320 |
196 Lakeview Dr, Melrose, IA 52569 3 Bd | 3 Ba | 2,320 Sqft | $192/Sqft |
| # | Address | List Price | List Date | Sold Price | Sold Date | Beds | Baths | Sqft | Price/Sqft | Mobile Summary | Mobile Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 10400 185th Avenue, Moravia, IA 52571 | -- | -- | $254,000 | 2/28/2025 | 3 | 3 | 1,490 | $170/Sqft | 10400 185th Avenue, Moravia, IA 52571 3 Bd | 3 Ba | 1,490 Sqft | $170/Sqft | $254,000 |
 | 2482 593rd, Albia, IA 52531 | -- | -- | $504,000 | 9/13/2024 | 4 | 3 | 2,158 | $234/Sqft | 2482 593rd, Albia, IA 52531 4 Bd | 3 Ba | 2,158 Sqft | $234/Sqft | $504,000 |
 | Xx 440th Street, Russell, IA 50238 | -- | -- | $484,800 | 3/7/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | N/A | Xx 440th Street, Russell, IA 50238 0 Bd | 0 Ba | 0 Sqft | N/A | $484,800 |
 | 10965 490th Street, Plano, IA 52581 | -- | -- | $278,000 | 12/14/2023 | 3 | 2 | 1,316 | $211/Sqft | 10965 490th Street, Plano, IA 52581 3 Bd | 2 Ba | 1,316 Sqft | $211/Sqft | $278,000 |
 | 6180 234Th, Albia, IA 52531 | -- | -- | $535,000 | 11/1/2024 | 3 | 1 | 0 | N/A | 6180 234Th, Albia, IA 52531 3 Bd | 1 Ba | 0 Sqft | N/A | $535,000 |
 | 105 Linden Lane, Albia, IA 52531 | -- | -- | $340,000 | 3/12/2025 | 3 | 3 | 1,708 | $199/Sqft | 105 Linden Lane, Albia, IA 52531 3 Bd | 3 Ba | 1,708 Sqft | $199/Sqft | $340,000 |
 | 114 S Highland Street, Russell, IA 50238 | -- | -- | $155,000 | 7/31/2023 | 4 | 2 | 2,081 | $74/Sqft | 114 S Highland Street, Russell, IA 50238 4 Bd | 2 Ba | 2,081 Sqft | $74/Sqft | $155,000 |
 | 313 E Wall Street, Seymour, IA 52590 | -- | -- | $80,000 | 1/15/2025 | 4 | 2 | 2,776 | $29/Sqft | 313 E Wall Street, Seymour, IA 52590 4 Bd | 2 Ba | 2,776 Sqft | $29/Sqft | $80,000 |
 | 509 N D Street, Albia, IA 52531 | -- | -- | $237,000 | 11/25/2024 | 3 | 3 | 3,408 | $70/Sqft | 509 N D Street, Albia, IA 52531 3 Bd | 3 Ba | 3,408 Sqft | $70/Sqft | $237,000 |
 | 20 2nd Avenue, Albia, IA 52531 | -- | -- | $140,000 | 2/28/2025 | 4 | 2 | 1,760 | $80/Sqft | 20 2nd Avenue, Albia, IA 52531 4 Bd | 2 Ba | 1,760 Sqft | $80/Sqft | $140,000 |
| Empty Column | Median Label | List Price | List Date | Sold Price | Sold Date | Beds | Baths | Sqft | Price/Sqft | Mobile Summary | Mobile Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Median Comparables | $266,000 | 12/20/2024 | 3 | 2 | 1,734 | $77/Sqft |
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Nearby Schools for 196 Lakeview Dr
Public Schools
| Rating | School Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moravia High School | 7-12 | 11.55 mi | |
| Moravia Elementary School | PK-6 | 11.61 mi | |
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Private Schools
| Rating | School Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| No records found. | |||
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Area Statistics
People
| Zip | City | County | National | |
| Population | 618 | 204 | 7,589 | 329.73M |
| Population Density | 6 | 202 | 17 | 93 |
| People per Household | 2.2 | 3.0 | 2.5 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 61.1 | 39.8 | 41.6 | 38.4 |
| Median Household Income | $62,750 | $50,417 | $69,929 | $69,021 |
| Average Income | $45,898 | $15,874 | $32,160 | $37,638 |
Economy
| Zip | City | County | National | |
| Unemployment | 2.10 % | 2.10 % | 2.10 % | 3.20 % |
| Recent Job Growth | 1.17 % | 1.17 % | 1.17 % | 1.40 % |
| Future Job Growth | 39.05 % | 39.05 % | 39.05 % | 42.20 % |
| Sales Tax | 7.00 % | 7.00 % | 7.00 % | 7.02 % |
| Income Tax | 7.44 % | 7.44 % | 7.44 % | 22.00 % |
| Cost of Living Index | 89 | 90 | 84 | 100 |
Environment
| Zip | City | County | National | |
| Altitude | 924 | 892 | 889 | 2443 |
| Rainfall (inches annually) | 38.1 | 38.1 | 37.8 | 38.1 |
| Snowfall (inches annually) | 24.5 | 24.5 | 25.8 | 27.8 |
| January Avg. Low Temp | 12.8 | 12.8 | 13.0 | 21.7 |
| July Avg. High Temp | 84.9 | 84.9 | 84.9 | 85.8 |
| Days of Precipitation Annually | 109 | 109 | 101 | 106 |
| Days Mostly Sunny Annually | 202 | 202 | 202 | 205 |
| Comfort Index (during hot weather) | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
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Median Sales Price/Sq.Ft. in 52569
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Market Trends
Active Market Trends
Median List
Price
Price
$199,900
Avg Days
Listed
Listed
322
Properties
For Sale
For Sale
7
Median Price/
Sq Ft
Sq Ft
$146
Sold Market Trends
Median Sold
Price
Price
$365,000
Sales List
Price
Price
94.26%
Properties
Sold
Sold
3
Median Price/
Sq Ft
Sq Ft
$220
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