A stunning Lower Gar building lot featuring 112’ of lakeshore and a step-free approach. Beautiful blue-water views run up the lake and the DNR-owned land across the water provides a preserved natural sightline. Nestled at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this peaceful canvas has big potential for your Okoboji vision.
Lot/land
Price cut: $46K (5/7)
$549,000
16 Helen Ave, Milford, IA 51351
--beds
--baths
0.34Acres
Residential
Built in ----
0.34 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Beautiful blue-water viewsStep-free approach
- 136 days |
- 174 |
- 4 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Amy Maris PRIM:(712)330-2890,
Okoboji Realty
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR,MLS#: 260119
Facts & features
Property
Features
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Lake
- Body of water: Lower Gar Lake
- Frontage length: Waterfront Frontage: 112
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Dimensions: 112' x 41' x 175' x 175'
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 0732377006
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: IA
Location
- Region: Milford
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $351,300
- Annual tax amount: $4,784
- Date on market: 3/12/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/7/2026 | Price change | $549,000-7.7% |
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| 3/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $595,000-13.1% |
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| 1/31/2026 | Listing removed | $685,000 |
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| 7/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $685,000-2% |
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| 10/11/2024 | Listing removed | $699,000 |
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| 9/9/2024 | Price change | $699,000-6.8% |
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| 8/5/2024 | Listed for sale | $750,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,784 -0.8% | $351,300 |
| 2024 | $4,824 +48.8% | $351,300 |
| 2023 | $3,242 | $351,300 +77.7% |
| 2022 | -- | $197,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 51351
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Okoboji Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 2.1 mi
- 6/10Okoboji Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 2.6 mi
- 5/10Okoboji High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
- $550,0000.44 Acres14 Helen Ave, Milford, IA 51351Sold
- $1,774,0006 bd5 ba4.1k sqft20 Helen Ave, Milford, IA 51351New Construction
- $1,250,00078 Acres16 & 14 Helen Ave, Milford, IA 51351Sold
- $40,400-- bd-- ba-- sqft25 Helen Ave, Milford, IA 51351Off Market
- $245,000-- bd-- ba-- sqft24 Helen Ave, Milford, IA 51351Off Market
- $522,2004 bd2 ba1.9k sqft2506 Julie Ln, Milford, IA 51351Off Market
- $439,1003 bd3 ba1.6k sqft2502 Julie Ln, Milford, IA 51351Off Market
- $839,6003 bd3 ba1.6k sqft2502 Julie Ln, Milford, IA 51351Off Market
A local agent can set up tours, give advice and negotiate with sellers.
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