Beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offering the perfect blend of modern style and timeless character! Built in 1920, this 1,727-square-foot home has been thoughtfully renovated to provide the comfort of modern living while preserving its original charm. In 2024, the kitchen, living room, primary bedroom, and bathrooms were completely updated with new flooring, trim, walls, and fresh finishes throughout. Major improvements also include complete home rewiring and an updated HVAC system, giving you peace of mind for years to come.
Inside, you’ll love the bright, open living spaces, a stylish kitchen featuring open shelving, and a spacious primary suite with a private en suite bathroom. Upstairs, beautiful original hardwood floors add warmth and character, while a cozy book nook provides the perfect place to unwind with your favorite book.
Step outside to enjoy the inviting screened-in porch, an ideal spot to sip your morning coffee or relax on summer evenings. The large backyard offers plenty of space for kids, pets, gardening, or entertaining, and the beautiful concrete patio is perfect for grilling and gathering with family and friends.
Located in the heart of Le Mars, this move-in-ready home blends historic charm with modern updates, offering the best of both worlds. If you’re looking for a home with character, thoughtful renovations, and inviting indoor and outdoor living spaces, this one is a must-see!
For sale by owner
$249,000
18 3rd Ave SE, Le Mars, IA 51031
3beds
1,727sqft
SingleFamily
Built in 1920
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$144/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Beautiful original hardwood floorsBright open living spacesInviting screened-in porchCozy book nook
- 27 days
- 946
- 23
Listed by:
Property Owner (712) 541-7188
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced air, Gas
Cooling
- Central
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Laminate
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,727 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
Features
- Exterior features: Vinyl, Brick
Lot
- Size: 8,712 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 1216204002
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete
- Roof: Shake / Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: 115
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Le Mars
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $144/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $175,140
- Annual tax amount: $2,200
- Date on market: 8/5/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,524/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $249,000+84.4%$144/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2024 | Sold | $135,000+18.4%$78/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/26/2018 | Sold | $114,000-11.3%$66/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 9/5/2018 | Price change | $128,500-4.7%$74/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 ProLink #802015 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2018 | Listed for sale | $134,900$78/sqft |
Source: Century 21 ProLink - Le Mars #802015 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,200 +11.7% | $175,140 +8.4% |
| 2024 | $1,970 +7.1% | $161,620 +4.9% |
| 2023 | $1,840 +1% | $154,030 +23.8% |
| 2022 | $1,822 +2.1% | $124,410 |
| 2021 | $1,784 +1.7% | $124,410 +7.3% |
| 2020 | $1,754 -2% | $115,940 |
| 2019 | $1,790 -2.8% | $115,940 -7.1% |
| 2018 | $1,842 | $124,750 +3.8% |
| 2017 | $1,842 -0.1% | $120,220 |
| 2016 | $1,844 +10.8% | $120,220 +10% |
| 2015 | $1,664 | $109,300 |
| 2014 | $1,664 +6.3% | -- |
| 2013 | $1,566 -2.9% | -- |
| 2012 | $1,612 +1.6% | -- |
| 2011 | $1,586 +3.5% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,532 +8.8% | -- |
| 2009 | $1,408 +37.5% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,024 +10.3% | -- |
| 2007 | $928 +10.7% | -- |
| 2005 | $838 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 51031
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: LeMars
- Middle: LeMars
- High: LeMars
Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





