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    • $165,000

    117 S Main St, Elkader, IA 52043

    4beds
    4,920sqft
    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1870
    4,791 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $34/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Two-bedroom one-bath residenceTwo-bedroom two-bath apartment-style residence
    This offering includes two buildings located on Main Street near the Keystone Bridge. The first building is currently operating as a well-known neighborhood bar, where locals have long gathered to enjoy a cold beverage, a slice of pizza, a game of pool, and great conversation. Above the commercial space is a two-bedroom, one-bath residence, ideal for owner occupancy or additional rental income. The neighboring building was formerly used entirely as residential space. Per City of Elkader requirements, the main level must now be used as commercial space, while the upper level may remain residential if desired by the new owner. It currently features a two-bedroom, two-bath apartment-style residence. Both buildings are being sold AS-IS. Cherished by three local families over the past 60 years, including the current owner for the past 32 years, this unique property offers the opportunity for commercial use, residential living, and income-producing potential in a prime downtown location. *There are some virtually staged or altered photos
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Chassy Pollard 319-720-5700,

    Better Way Realty

    Source: Iowa City Area AOR,MLS#: 202604230MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 5
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
      Heating
      • Natural Gas, Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Wall/Window Unit(s), Other, Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: None
      • Laundry: Other
      Features
      • High Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Other
      • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
      • Basement: Unfinished
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Fireplace features: None
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 4,920
      • Total interior livable area: 4,920 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 4,920
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 4
      • Parking features: Carport, Guest, Off Street, On Street
      • Has carport: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Deck
      • Exterior features: Balcony, Other
      • On waterfront: Yes
      Lot
      • Size: 4,791 Square Feet
      • Features: Less Than Half Acre, Waterfront
      Details
      • Additional structures: Guest House
      • Parcel number: 2523317006 and 252331700
      • Zoning: C, Resi
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
      Materials
      • Other, Brick, Unknown
      Condition
      • Year built: 1870

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Street Lights, Close To School
      • Subdivision: ELKADER LOT 6 FRAC. BLK
      Location
      • Region: Elkader

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $34/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $80,968
      • Annual tax amount: $2,724
      • Date on market: 7/8/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

        Not available

        $855/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/8/2026Listed for sale$165,000-5.7%$34/sqft
        Source: CRAAR, CDRMLS #2604852 Report a problem
        6/26/2026Listing removed$175,000$36/sqft
        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20252952 Report a problem
        6/25/2025Listed for sale$175,000$36/sqft
        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20252952 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,768 +10%$80,968 +14.5%
        2024$1,608 -3.8%$70,691
        2023$1,672 +4.6%$70,691 +10.5%
        2022$1,598 +19.3%$63,986
        2021$1,340 -26.1%$63,986 +19.3%
        2020$1,814 -0.9%$53,642
        2019$1,831 -0.7%$53,642 -2%
        2018$1,844 +30.2%$54,754
        2017$1,416 +0.6%$54,754 +5.9%
        2015$1,408 +26.2%$51,703
        2014$1,116 $51,703
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 52043

        Getting around

        59 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        23 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Central
        • Middle: Central
        • High: CentralElkader

        Source: Iowa City Area AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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