LAKEFRONT - This property offers a peaceful lakefront retreat with 110 feet of shoreline, a private dock and lift, and a fully furnished interior that allows you to move right in. This home features two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a loft that adds flexible space for guests, hobbies, or quiet relaxation. Located at the end of a quiet road with no through traffic, the property sits next to a convenient lake access, near a wooded area, where watching wildlife becomes part of your daily routine. The setting feels private, natural, and connected to the outdoors in every direction. The screened in porch along with decks on both the upper and lower levels create multiple places to unwind or entertain. An additional lower deck sits right near the water, giving you a front row seat to sunrise reflections, gentle waves, annual fireworks show and the peacefulness of lake life! Spend your days fishing, boating, floating, and creating lifelong memories with family and friends. With its furnished interior, generous outdoor spaces, and private waterfront access, it is a place where every visit feels like a vacation.
Needing a place to retreat to avoid the hustle and bustle? Consider this lake home at Lake Ponderosa, a popular 400 acre lake between Des Moines Metro and Iowa City known for boating, fishing and fun activities! This gorgeous, well maintained home overlooks the lake and is just a short walk to a secluded access area at the end of a quiet cove where you can enjoy 20’ of access – allowing for two boats/lifts. In the home are two large living spaces with fireplaces (main and lower levels), three bedrooms on main, 2 bathrooms, and open kitchen/dining area with plenty of cabinet space, peninsula and included appliances. The living room and kitchen area opens to a large deck that wraps around three sides of the home and is partially shaded allowing for great opportunities to host guests or enjoy the outdoors when you’re not in or on the water. In addition is a nicely landscaped fire pit area to enjoy fires at night. There are two driveways which allow you to avoid stairs, a garage for parking or lake toys, storage shed and more. Call today to schedule a private tour.
313 Hillcrest Ridge offered for sale. Storage shed with rock floor and electric. No access slip included. 24 wide by 32 ft long. Priced at $99,500
Lake Ponderosa storage is in high demand—and this shop delivers. With spray foam insulation, electric heat and water, this shop is ready to wash all your vehicles and for year-round storage. Call for your own personal showing today.
This fully furnished 4-bedroom, 2.5 bath home sits directly on the water at Lake Ponderosa with 40 feet of private shoreline and private beach area. The main floor features a spacious primary suite with an ensuite bath and laundry, while the upper level offers three additional bedrooms and two bathrooms for family and guests. The three-season porch adds even more space to gather, relax, and enjoy views of the water. The private shoreline leads directly to your dock, lift, and beach area, making it easy to enjoy boating, swimming, fishing, and sunset views. A garage provides excellent storage for lake gear, tools, and toys. The covered deck is the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind with friends and family in the evening. All you need are your clothes, hop on the water and start making the best memories of your life!
152 Center Point Drive offered for sale at Lake Ponderosa. Don't miss this lakefront 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with a complete remodel in 2020/2021. All new interior, flooring, walls, ceilings, all hard surface counters, bathrooms, metal roof, detached garage built in 2022 with 3 stalls, concrete floor, measuring 24 x 42 for all your storage needs. Expansive nice decking, 2 boat lifts and dock on a nice gentle sloped yard looking down the West lake. Call for a tour!! $595,000
Great opportunity to own this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home with a 2-car tandem garage! Ideal for first-time homebuyers or investors, this property offers a practical layout, comfortable living spaces, and excellent potential. Conveniently designed and affordably priced, it's ready for your personal touch. Schedule your showing today!
Ready for a lakefront view at a second-tier price? This .28-acre lot sits right above the lake access, giving you absolutely stunning views without the lakefront cost. A vintage trailer currently on the property has done its job for nearly 60 years, helping families make countless memories. Now it’s time to refresh this lot and start fresh, making it truly your own. The shared lake access offers you your own 20 feet access and feels like it’s an arm’s reach away. Your 20 feet access includes a dock, boat lift, metal roof and is located in a convenient spot on the access, offering easy entry and exit to the water. Stop by today and see the creative ways you can make this property yours.
187 Horseshoe Drive offered for sale at Lake Ponderosa. This 3 bed 2 bath home offers a large lot overlooking the lake with a 752 sq. ft. wrap around deck for all your outdoor living, a newer metal roof, and some nice updates to the interior. This home offers a very nice access slip with a shared dock in a great water area. This home is a great value!
Quiet neighborhood, beautifully well maintain home in SW Montezuma. This 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath house can easily be converted to a 3 bedroom home. The main floor features an open concept at its best with a large living room, dining room and kitchen. Down the hall you will find a full bath with double vanity. The primary bedroom has a vaulted ceiling and two big windows letting in morning sunlight. A second bedroom finishes off this space. Downstairs you'll find a family room with fireplace, a 3/4 bath/laundry room. Before you hit the walk out door there is an area to the left that could be walled off for a third bedroom. A door off the kitchen takes you around to the back deck that over looks a beautifully treed backyard. You get the view without the maintenance! A 2 car attached garage and a small storage shed an extra space to this turnkey ready home. Call your local realtor today!
Spacious Ranch on 3.5 Scenic Acres in Montezuma, 317 & 319 Terrace Ln Enjoy the perfect blend of comfort, space, and nature with this beautifully maintained ranch home situated on 3.5 sprawling acres in the heart of Montezuma, Iowa. With over 2,000 square feet of finished living space, this home offers an open-concept layout designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The main level features three bedrooms and one full bathroom, while the finished lower level adds two additional bedrooms with egress windows and ¾ bathroom, providing plenty of room for family, guests, or a home office setup. Recent improvements include a brand-new steel roof, all new carpet, new chest freezer in garage and a new refrigerator, giving buyers peace of mind and modern updates. Step outside and you’ll fall in love with the park-like backyard, a peaceful retreat where you can relax on the covered deck and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. The property’s back acreage backs directly to West Side Park, offering added privacy and beautiful green space views. Need extra storage or workspace? The 30 x 23 pole barn is perfect for equipment, hobbies, or a workshop. The heated two-stall attached garage adds everyday convenience and is handicap accessible to the home, making this property both practical and accommodating. This rare in-town acreage property offers space, updates, and a serene setting — all in one incredible package.
Experience lake living at its finest with this exceptional retreat on the East Lake at Lake Ponderosa. Boasting an impressive 135 feet of shoreline with an expansive seawall, this property offers breathtaking water views and outstanding outdoor enjoyment. Situated on a rare double lot totaling .56 acres, there is plenty of room to relax, entertain, and enjoy the lake lifestyle. This well-maintained home features 3 bedrooms, 1½ baths, and approximately 1,080 square feet on the main level, plus an additional 240-square-foot loft (used as one of the bedrooms). Recent exterior improvements include brand new siding, windows, gutters with LeafGuard protection, and durable steel roofing on both the home and the oversized two-stall garage. Inside, the home has been freshly painted and updated with new canned lighting, trim, and ceiling fan, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere. The outdoor amenities make this property truly stand out. A front maintenance free covered deck and a paved patio. Included is a large covered maintenance free dock system with a pontoon lift, and the spacious platform can easily be modified to accommodate an additional lift if desired. Conveniently located near a hard-surfaced road — a highly sought-after feature at the lake — this property offers easy access year-round. There’s nothing left to do but move in, relax, and enjoy everything Lake Ponderosa has to offer.
Experience lake living at beautiful Lake Ponderosa with stunning unobstructed water views that feel just like true lakefront property. This turnkey getaway features an open-concept single-wide Manufactured home designed for comfortable lake life and easy entertaining. Enjoy your morning coffee or evening sunsets from the spacious covered front deck overlooking the lake. The home offers 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a dedicated laundry room, and comes completely furnished — making it ready for immediate enjoyment. A large double garage provides excellent storage for your vehicle, side-by-side, golf cart, and all your lake toys. An RV hookup at the rear of the property adds even more convenience for guests and additional entertaining space. Included with the property is a Floe lift new in 2021 along with 4 new Floe dock sections, giving you everything you need to start enjoying the water from day one. Whether you’re looking for a weekend retreat or a full-time lake escape, this property delivers incredible views, functionality, and the relaxed lifestyle Lake Ponderosa is known for.
This charming 1½-story home in Montezuma offers small-town living with plenty of space inside and out. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 1½ baths, the home combines character, comfort, and functionality for families or anyone looking for extra room to spread out. Situated on three spacious lots, the property provides an exceptional yard with endless possibilities for gardening, recreation, or future expansion. A large two-stall garage offers abundant space for vehicles, storage, hobbies, or a workshop setup. Enjoy the convenience of town living while still having the outdoor space rarely found within city limits. This property is a great opportunity to own a well-sized home with generous lot space in a welcoming community.
Enjoy lake living with a sense of privacy in this spacious Lake Ponderosa home. Set on nearly an acre, the property features two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and about 1,700 square feet of living space—offering flexibility for adding a third bedroom or creating a bunk room. You’ll have convenient 20-foot lake access with docks and lifts, with even a pontoon included all ideal for boating and water activities. A two-car, 28 x 30, garage and large storage shed provide plenty of space for all your equipment, with additional room to expand. This home has been updated and impeccably kept and can be utilized year-round and is a must-see retreat blending relaxation, recreation, and room to grow.
106 N Grove Street Montezuma offered for sale. This one owner home offers a corner double lot on a quiet street on the West side of town. You will enjoy the concrete drive, large sun room on the back side of the home as well as all the extra lower level space. The home offers 3 beds and 2 baths with more options for additional bedrooms in the lower level. Call for a tour!
Recently rehabbed home in Montezuma on a level, double lot in quiet location just across the road from the Bonham Trail - great for walking. You're sure to enjoy this move-in ready home as it has seen many updates including newer vinyl siding, updated bathroom, newer flooring throughout, newer dishwasher and microwave, newer deck in rear, lockers and sink in main floor laundry/mud room, some newer windows, and more. This home has 3 bedrooms on one level - master separated from the other two bedrooms. Prepare and eat a meal in the large eat-in kitchen with beautiful white cabinets – all appliances included as well. This is a maintenance free home with a 1 car detached garage accessible from the alley and very nice storage shed. Additional parking in the front. Call today to schedule a private tour of this home.
Welcome to lake living at its finest at Lake Ponderosa! This exceptional lakefront home offers 100 feet of shoreline and stunning water views from nearly every angle. Step inside to an open-concept design highlighted by a dramatic cathedral great room with floor-to-ceiling Andersen Windows that flood the space with natural light. A beautiful gas fireplace centered in the middle of the windows for those chilly nights. Two sliding doors lead to the expansive deck, complete with brand-new railing—perfect for soaking in the breathtaking lake views. This spacious home features 4 bedrooms including the private primary suite with its own ensuite. A generous loft overlooks the great room and lake, offering flexible space for additional sleeping or a home office. With 3.5 bathrooms and main floor laundry, comfort and convenience are built in to this property. The walkout lower level is an entertainer’s dream—boasting a large game room, expansive family room with a stunning stone fireplace, and a full-size bar with matching stonework. Two patio doors lead to a covered porch and a beautifully designed lakeside patio, creating multiple outdoor living spaces. Enjoy lake life to the fullest with a concrete covered dock system featuring 3 slips and a boat lift. An attached 2-stall garage and abundant storage—including a large unfinished work/toy room—complete this incredible property.
A spacious Lake Ponderosa home designed with so much space makes it perfect for multiple families, a large household, or hosting friends. Built in 2006 and offering 2816 finished square feet within this home has it all with 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and an over 1200 square foot garage ideal for storing all your lake toys. The nearly quarter acre lot features ample parking, a side deck off the garage, a fire pit, and mature trees for enjoying the outdoors. You’ll also appreciate the coveted 10-foot lake access directly across the road. With propane and in floor heat, this home is ready for year-round enjoyment, from summer lake days to winter ice fishing getaways. Call today to schedule your showing.
Jump into lake life at an affordable price! This lakefront mobile home at Lake Ponderosa features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an open feel with the kitchen and living room to enjoy family. Then there is a bright, roomy four-season space that’s perfect for hanging out rain or shine that leads out to a screened in area and large deck. The flat lot makes outdoor fun easy, and the dock, lift, and calm water views let you enjoy the lake from day one. Don’t miss your chance—come see it today!
110 Cottage Lane Lake Ponderosa offered for sale. This 4 bed, 2 bath ranch with a walkout finished lower level offers updated interiors, large yard, right off the paved road, steps to the lake and your boat lift, large detached garage and more. This is a must see home! Call to view.
This stunning new renovation at 109 Cedar Road Lake Ponderosa is a sight to see. 6000 sq. ft. of finished living space, 6 bedrooms plus an additional 6 bed bunk/media room, 6 bathrooms, 4 full, 2 1/2 baths. Expansive decking and patio areas, the man cave will amaze you in the lower level walkout, new everything. 20ft. of space at the lake with a floating dock and a 5000 lb. boat lift. This Lake home would be a perfect multi family lake compound. This truly is a must see property, call for complete information.
135 Crabstree Road Lake Ponderosa offered for sale. This lakefront custom home offers many amenities. The main floor offers 2 beds, 2 baths and a study/non conforming 3rd bedroom, a sun room, living room, open kitchen with a dining area, beautiful solid cherry floors, a cooks dream pantry, custom cabinetry and woodwork. The main floor has sweeping views of the West lake from most every room with an expansive deck to enjoy those views. The lower level boats a second full kitchen, large family room, 2 additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, utility room, 9 ft. ceilings and all egress and large light windows throughout. You won't know you are in a lower level. The walkout from this levels opens to a massive concrete covered patio to give you even more views of the water. This home has near new roofing and siding, reverse osmosis water system, 2 automatic attic fans, James Hardy siding, central vac, an attached 3 stall garage with finished floors and heat as well as beautiful landscaping throughout the property. Other amenities are two docks and boat lifts and a beach area along the large 136 ft. of main channel lake frontage. You must see this home to appreciate all it has to offer.
Experience Panoramic lake front views with second tier pricing. This 4 bedroom, 2 bath home is situated on over 2 lots directly across from an access lot where you have a 20 foot lake access, 2 dock slips both with a Shore Station boat lift (1electric) on a shared dock, and stunning views of the lake. Attached to the home is a 2-tiered deck over-looking a large yard with perennial gardens, established fruit tree's, and perfect for enjoying sunset views over the water. The home features 4 bedrooms, one viewing the lake, a master bedroom with a large attached master bath with a corner tub, and second full bathroom. The open concept and vaulted ceilings give the home a spacious feel as you enjoy the view through the double hung Windows, NEWLY installed in 2023! The 40x42 shop was well thought out with insulated concrete formed walls, 3-10ft overhead doors, an insulated ceiling, it's own furnace & a/c, and a half bath. Along with large overhead shelving, plenty of space for your vehicles, boats, and other seasonal toys. Installed in 2023, new roof and siding, on the house along with a new roof and solar panels on the shop. Now for the solar panel SAVINGS!!! (with a transferable warranty) The Average electric bill is $8.59, the furnace is ran by electric unless it gets below 15 deg outside, (this includes the shop!!!) resulting in aprx 200 gal of LP usage annually! (copy of bills available) Washer/dryer, stove, rfg and dishwasher ALL included. Call today for a private showing!!!
Lake front cabin on Lake Ponderosa with western views! Enjoy this great weekend getaway or use the lot to build your dream home. The cabin has been updated throughout the years and offers a very cozy, open atmosphere. There are two bedrooms and a full bathroom to complete the interior. The rear of the home offers a deck with gorgeous views of the west lake. There is also a firepit area and another deck overlooking the water. Also included with the home is a dock system with multiple lifts and a storage shed. Call today to schedule a private tour.
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Montezuma is located in Iowa. Montezuma, Iowa has a population of 1,337. Montezuma is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 31.5% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 28.44%.
The median household income in Montezuma, Iowa is $55,819. The median household income for the surrounding county is $56,080 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Montezuma is 37.9 years.
The average high temperature in July is 84.4 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 10.4 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 36.7 inches per year, with 28.5 inches of snow per year.
