Big Spirit’s east side is home to this extraordinary four-bedroom residence, showcasing 3,750 sq. ft. of generous living space with mesmerizing views and nearly 90 feet of lakeshore. Step inside to find a bright kitchen, dining area, wood floors, and spacious sunroom. Beautifully complemented by a welcoming family area, a versatile bonus game room, and a walkout lower level leading to a low approach shoreline. The property also features an attached double garage and an additional double garage for your boat or jet skis.
Sold for $1,275,000
$1,275,000
12685 253rd Ave, Orleans, IA 51360
4beds
3,742sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1999
0.37 Acres Lot
$1,312,500 Zestimate®
$341/sqft
$2,830 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,312,500
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Listed by:
Mary Lynn Ingvall PRIM:(712)330-1121,
Ingvall Real Estate Team
Bought with:
Seth Hellinga, B61299
Real Estate Unlimited
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR,MLS#: 241387
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 17.7 x 13.9
Bedroom 2
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 13 x 15.1
Bedroom 3
- Description: Vanity And Sink
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 16.2 x 13.2
Bedroom 4
- Description: Vanity And Sink
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 11.8 x 19.7
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 13.2 x 9.2
Bathroom 2
- Description: Half Bath
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 6.1 x 4
Bathroom 3
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 7.9 x 8
Other
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 7.6 x 9.7
Bonus room
- Description: Entry From Garage
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 6.3 x 8.6
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 14.3 x 10.9
Family room
- Description: Walk Out, Wet Bar Area
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 14.4 x 22
Game room
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 14.3 x 18.4
Kitchen
- Description: With Eat In Kitchen Area
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 17.1 x 15.2
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.6
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 19.1 x 20.6
Other
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11.7 x 21.9
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Stove, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Main Floor Bedrooms
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access,Concrete,Full,Walkout
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,742
- Total interior livable area: 3,742 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,935
- Finished area below ground: 1,807
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Concrete, Attached, Detached
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Dock
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Lake
- Body of water: Big Spirit Lake
- Frontage length: Waterfront Frontage: 85
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
- Dimensions: 85 x 222
- Features: Accessible Shoreline, Irregular Lot, Landscaped
- Residential vegetation: Partially Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Second Garage
- Parcel number: 0322326016
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick, Frame/Wood
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1999
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: IA
Location
- Region: Orleans
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $341/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,249,400
- Annual tax amount: $8,812
- Date on market: 11/20/2024
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/15/2025 | Sold | $1,275,000-5.6%$341/sqft |
Source:  Iowa Great Lakes BOR #241387 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000+95.7%$361/sqft |
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #241387 Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2016 | Sold | $690,000-5.3%$184/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2016 | Price change | $729,000-2.7%$195/sqft |
Source: DOWDEN-HINN, REALTORS� #16-73 Report a problem | ||
| 3/29/2016 | Price change | $749,500-3.8%$200/sqft |
Source: DOWDEN-HINN, REALTORS� #16-73 Report a problem | ||
| 1/25/2016 | Listed for sale | $779,500-2.4%$208/sqft |
Source: DOWDEN-HINN, REALTORS� #16-73 Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2015 | Listing removed | $799,000$214/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX LAKES REALTY #15-427 Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2015 | Price change | $799,000-5.9%$214/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX LAKES REALTY #15-427 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2015 | Price change | $849,000-4.6%$227/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX LAKES REALTY #15-427 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2015 | Listed for sale | $890,000$238/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX LAKES REALTY #15-427 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,530 -3.2% | $1,249,400 +24.1% |
| 2024 | $8,812 +6.2% | $1,006,400 |
| 2023 | $8,298 +5.6% | $1,006,400 +26.4% |
| 2022 | $7,860 +2.5% | $796,500 |
| 2021 | $7,670 +2.2% | $796,500 +8.2% |
| 2020 | $7,504 -2.3% | $736,200 |
| 2019 | $7,684 +1.7% | $736,200 +0.4% |
| 2018 | $7,558 +0.2% | $733,500 |
| 2017 | $7,544 +1% | $733,500 +3.2% |
| 2016 | $7,468 +6.1% | $710,500 |
| 2015 | $7,038 +2.5% | $710,500 +7% |
| 2014 | $6,866 +4.5% | $664,100 |
| 2013 | $6,568 +26.8% | $664,100 |
| 2007 | $5,180 +10.2% | -- |
| 2005 | $4,700 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 51360
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Spirit Lake Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 3.5 mi
- 5/10Spirit Lake Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 3.6 mi
- 7/10Spirit Lake High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Spirit Lake
Source: Iowa Great Lakes 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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