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    • Price increase: $27.1K (5/13)
    $130,000

    1523 N Monroe Ave, Mason City, IA 50401

    4beds
    1baths
    1,718sqft
    : 
    $960/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1911
    -- sqft lot
    $126,600 Zestimate®
    $76/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Natural woodworkRefinished hardwood flooring
    2-story home situated on 3 lots offering extra outdoor space and flexibility! This 4-bedroom, 1-bathroom home features natural woodwork, refinished hardwood flooring, and a spacious attached 2-stall garage. The current owner has completed several updates including refinishing the main floor hardwood floors, replacing some windows, painting the kitchen cabinets, removing wallpaper, and fresh paint throughout much of the home. Enjoy additional living space in the inviting 4-season room! Call today to schedule a showing!
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    CASSIDY HARRIS 641-420-1346,

    Century 21 Preferred

    Source: Greater Mason BOR,MLS#: 260326MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 1
      Bedroom 1
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 132
      • Dimensions: 12 x 11
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 110
      • Dimensions: 11 x 10
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 110
      • Dimensions: 11 x 10
      Bedroom 4
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 80
      • Dimensions: 10 x 8
      Dining room
      • Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Formal Dining
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 132
      • Dimensions: 12 x 11
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 99
      • Dimensions: 11 x 9
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 240
      • Dimensions: 20 x 12
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
      Features
      • Flooring: Partial Carpet, Wood
      • Windows: Wood Sash
      • Basement: Full
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: One, Wood Burning
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,466
      • Total interior livable area: 1,718 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Attached, Concrete
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      Lot
      • Dimensions: 53 x 150, 63 x 150, 53 x 150
      Details
      • Additional structures: Storage
      • Parcel number: 070420700800
      • Zoning description: RS-15/SF RESID

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Stucco, Attic Insulation
      • Foundation: Block
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • Year built: 1911

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: CITY
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: IA
      Location
      • Region: Mason City

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $76/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $82,310
      • Annual tax amount: $1,216
      • Date on market: 5/13/2026

        Estimated market value

        $126,600

        $120,000 - $133,000

        $1,307/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        5/13/2026Listed for sale$130,000+26.3%$76/sqft
        Source: Greater Mason BOR #260326 Report a problem
        4/27/2022Contingent$102,900$60/sqft
        Source: Greater Mason BOR #220126 Report a problem
        3/28/2022Price change$102,900-6.4%$60/sqft
        Source: Greater Mason BOR #220126 Report a problem
        3/8/2022Listed for sale$109,900$64/sqft
        Source: Greater Mason BOR #220126 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$1,182 -3.4%$75,980
        2023$1,224 -3.2%$75,980 +22.8%
        2022$1,264 +5.7%$61,870 +0.7%
        2021$1,196 +8.8%$61,410 +11.4%
        2020$1,099 $55,150
        2019$1,099 $55,150 +3.9%
        2018-- $53,070
        2017$878 +0.2%--
        2016$876 --
        2015$876 -22.3%--
        2014$1,128 +4.4%--
        2013$1,080 +20.5%--
        2012$896 +3.2%--
        2007$868 --
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 50401

        Getting around

        33 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        18 / 100
        Minimal Transit
        39 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • District: Mason City

        Source: Greater Mason 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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