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Sold for $286,500
  • $286,500

    1240 Central Ave SE, Le Mars, IA 51031

    4beds
    2baths
    2,192sqft
    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1910
    0.35 Acres Lot
    $290,400 Zestimate®
    $131/sqft
    $2,151 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $290,400

    Estimated sales range

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    $2,151/mo

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    What's special

    Large family room additionHardwood floorsSpacious fenced yard
    Beautiful 3-Story Home with Spacious Fenced Yard Step into this charming 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath home featuring a blend of character and updates. Situated on a generous fenced-in lot, this property offers privacy, space, and room to enjoy the outdoors. Inside, you’ll love the large family room addition, perfect for gatherings and everyday living. The finished third-floor attic provides versatile space—ideal for a home office, playroom, or guest area. The second floor features hardwood floors under the carpet, just waiting to be revealed. Additional updates include spray foam insulation in the basement, enhancing efficiency and comfort. This home offers the charm of a classic layout with modern improvements—don’t miss your chance to make it yours!

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    Listed by:

    Brenda Janssen 712-540-1478,

    Century 21 ProLink - Le Mars

    Bought with:

    Ashley Divis

    Riverstone Realty

    Source: Northwest Iowa Regional BOR,MLS#: 830256MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Kitchen, Dining, Living, Family, Bedroom, Laundry, Other, Full Bath
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Water Softener: Owned
    • Laundry: Main Level
    Features
    • Built-in Features
    • Basement: Unfinished
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,192
    • Total interior livable area: 2,192 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,192
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Attached, Concrete
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    • Pool features: Above Ground
    • Fencing: Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 0.35 Acres
    • Features: Landscaped, Wooded
    Details
    • Additional structures: Storage Shed
    • Parcel number: 1221133013

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
    Materials
    • Vinyl Siding
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1910

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: City

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Le Mars

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $131/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $265,890
    • Annual tax amount: $3,048
    • Price range: $286.5K - $286.5K
    • Date on market: 9/10/2025
    • Inclusions: Kitchen appliances. Swing set. Pool & equipment. NEG- Dog kennel, garden statues.
    • Exclusions: Some curtains- see SD.

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    1/29/2026Sold$286,500-4.5%$131/sqft
    Source: Northwest Iowa Regional BOR #830256 Report a problem
    12/16/2025Pending sale$300,000$137/sqft
    Source: Northwest Iowa Regional BOR #830256 Report a problem
    12/5/2025Price change$300,000-3.2%$137/sqft
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    11/5/2025Price change$310,000-2.4%$141/sqft
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    10/22/2025Price change$317,500-1.6%$145/sqft
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    10/9/2025Price change$322,500-2.3%$147/sqft
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    9/10/2025Listed for sale$330,000-2.9%$151/sqft
    Source: Northwest Iowa Regional BOR #830256 Report a problem
    7/23/2025Listing removed$340,000$155/sqft
    Source: Northwest Iowa Regional BOR #829247 Report a problem
    6/25/2025Listed for sale$340,000+327.7%$155/sqft
    Source: Northwest Iowa Regional BOR #829247 Report a problem
    8/20/2001Sold$79,500$36/sqft
    Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,048 +4.3%$265,890 +9.6%
    2024$2,922 +4.3%$242,610 -2%
    2023$2,802 +1.1%$247,520 +22.8%
    2022$2,772 +3.4%$201,630
    2021$2,680 +1.9%$201,630 +8.4%
    2020$2,630 +3.9%$186,070
    2019$2,532 +5.4%$186,070 +8.4%
    2018$2,402 $171,640 +11.5%
    2017$2,402 -0.7%$153,870
    2016$2,418 +10.3%$153,870 +9.8%
    2015$2,192 $140,110
    2014$2,192 +8.6%--
    2013$2,018 -2.5%--
    2012$2,070 +1.9%--
    2011$2,032 +3.5%--
    2010$1,964 +2.1%--
    2009$1,924 +50.1%--
    2008$1,282 +9.8%--
    2007$1,168 +8.8%--
    2005$1,074 --
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 51031

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: LeMars
    • Middle: LeMars
    • High: LeMars

    Source: Northwest Iowa Regional BOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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