The feel of rustic cabin living on the lake makes this a one-of-a-kind property. This Lake Ponderosa quaint cabin on a wooded, double lot is more spacious than it appears, with 3 bedrooms (1 non-conforming in the basement), 2 bathrooms, open floor plan and even a family room. The detached garage has a basement of solid poured concrete great for lake toys and mower storage. Beautiful view from inside and out, with patio, deck, firepit, and extra deck seating area. 2 docks and 2 lifts come with the home. Don't miss this get-away lake property!
Sold for $537,000
$537,000
161 Cottage Ln, Montezuma, IA 50171
2beds
780sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1971
0.41 Acres Lot
$561,100 Zestimate®
$688/sqft
$982 Estimated rent
Home value
$561,100
$516,000 - $612,000
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Listed by:
Chris Behun 641-521-7091,
Iowa Realty Newton
Bought with:
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Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 700232
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Basement: Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 780
- Total interior livable area: 780 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 490
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Fire Pit, Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.41 Acres
- Features: Irregular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 6303297300
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Raised Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1971
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Montezuma
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Gravel
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/27/2024 | Sold | $537,000-7.3%$688/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #700232 Report a problem | ||
| 8/20/2024 | Pending sale | $579,000$742/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #700232 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2024 | Listed for sale | $579,000$742/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #700232 Report a problem | ||
| 8/9/2024 | Pending sale | $579,000$742/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #700232 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2024 | Listed for sale | $579,000+110.5%$742/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #700232 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2015 | Sold | $275,000$353/sqft |
Source:  NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5451874 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,922 -3.6% | $531,590 +4.9% |
| 2024 | $5,108 +10.4% | $506,660 |
| 2023 | $4,628 -0.8% | $506,660 +31.7% |
| 2022 | $4,666 +15.8% | $384,780 |
| 2021 | $4,030 +1.8% | $384,780 +26.2% |
| 2020 | $3,960 +10.2% | $304,950 |
| 2019 | $3,594 +1.3% | $304,950 +13.7% |
| 2018 | $3,548 +8.1% | $268,170 |
| 2017 | $3,282 | $268,170 +8.1% |
| 2016 | -- | $248,060 |
| 2015 | -- | $248,060 +5.6% |
| 2014 | -- | $235,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $235,000 +4.4% |
| 2012 | $2,246 | $225,010 |
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Neighborhood: 50171
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Montezuma Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.6 mi
- 6/10Montezuma Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.6 mi
- 7/10Montezuma High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Montezuma
Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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