Timeless elegance meets modern luxury in this magnificent Victorian estate situated on 9.65 picturesque acres just north of Charles City on a hard-surface road. Offering 2,778 square feet of beautifully updated living space, this exceptional 4-bedroom, 2-bath residence showcases the craftsmanship and grandeur of a bygone era while providing the comforts and conveniences of contemporary living. A long approach through majestic pines and mature hardwoods welcomes you to a truly remarkable property featuring breathtaking countryside view. Approximately 4.5 acres are enrolled in the CRP tree program through 2029, enhancing both the beauty and privacy of this stunning acreage. Inside, historic character abounds with exquisite original woodwork, an ornate front staircase, a secondary rear staircase, elegant pocket doors, a built-in dining room hutch, and a warm gas fireplace. The expansive main level offers a gracious living room, formal dining room, inviting den, and a beautifully remodeled oak kitchen complete with custom built-ins, a butler’s pantry, and brand-new stainless-steel appliances. Extensive recent improvements provide peace of mind and exceptional value, including all new floor coverings, fresh interior paint throughout, 26 new windows, a new high-efficiency furnace and central air conditioning system, and second-floor laundry for added convenience. A full bath on the main level and a second full bath upstairs comfortably accommodate family and guests alike. The home's exterior was freshly painted just two years ago, preserving its stately curb appeal and architectural beauty. Additional features include a Beaverdam basement water management system, a 30-amp RV hookup, and an oversized attached two-car garage that is both heated and cooled. The acreage is equally impressive with a fenced kennel and front yard, utility shed, and a substantial shop/storage building offering endless possibilities for hobby farming, livestock, chickens, workshop space, or recreational storage. Rarely does a property combine historic elegance, modern updates, privacy, and functionality so seamlessly. This extraordinary Victorian estate offers a lifestyle defined by space, beauty, and refinement—a truly one-of-a-kind opportunity in the Charles City area.
Pending
$435,000
1862 Timber Ave, Charles City, IA 50616
4beds
2,778sqft
Acres
Built in 1897
9.32 Acres Lot
$434,400 Zestimate®
$157/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Historic character aboundsFormal dining roomExquisite original woodworkSecond-floor laundryAll new floor coveringsBeautifully remodeled oak kitchenFresh interior paint throughout
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Listed by:
Wendy Luft 641-330-5187,
Cedar Valley Property Solutions- Charles City
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 20263044
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: 1st Floor Entry, Den
Other
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: 2nd Floor
Features
- Pantry, Rear Stairs
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Interior Entry,Stone/Rock,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: One, Gas, Living Room
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,778 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: RV Access/Parking, 2 Stall, Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Shared Driveway
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Carport spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 9.32 Acres
- Dimensions: 9.32 A
- Features: Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Storage, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 083140002000
- Zoning: A
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Acres
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1897
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private Well
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Charles City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $157/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $400,330
- Annual tax amount: $3,874
- Date on market: 7/6/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 65 days
- Road surface type: Crushed Rock, Hard Surface Road, Paved
Estimated market value
$434,400
$413,000 - $456,000
$1,776/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/10/2026 | Pending sale | $435,000$157/sqft |
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| 7/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $435,000+42.7%$157/sqft |
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| 1/14/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/30/2020 | Price change | $304,900-3.2%$110/sqft |
Source: Kolbet Realtors #20186246 Report a problem | ||
| 1/27/2020 | Price change | $315,000-3.1%$113/sqft |
Source: Kolbet Realtors #20186246 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2019 | Price change | $325,000-3%$117/sqft |
Source: Kolbet Realtors #20186246 Report a problem | ||
| 11/24/2018 | Listed for sale | $335,000+21.8%$121/sqft |
Source: New Age Realty #20186140 Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2018 | Listing removed | $275,000$99/sqft |
Source: Kolbet Realtors #20175439 Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/2017 | Listed for sale | $275,000+340%$99/sqft |
Source: Kolbet Realtors #20175439 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/1990 | Sold | $62,500$22/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,900 -3.5% | $328,770 |
| 2023 | $4,042 -4.3% | $328,770 +13.2% |
| 2022 | $4,223 +1.2% | $290,460 |
| 2021 | $4,171 +55.4% | $290,460 |
| 2020 | $2,684 +6.7% | $290,460 +49.3% |
| 2019 | $2,516 +38.7% | $194,580 +7.8% |
| 2018 | $1,814 -13.5% | $180,430 +8.5% |
| 2017 | $2,096 +17.2% | $166,370 |
| 2016 | $1,788 | $166,370 +16.7% |
| 2015 | $1,788 -3.9% | $142,550 |
| 2014 | $1,860 | $142,550 |
| 2013 | -- | $142,550 |
| 2012 | -- | $142,550 |
| 2011 | -- | $142,550 +1.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $141,040 |
| 2007 | $1,594 +41.3% | -- |
| 2005 | $1,128 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 50616
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Charles City
- Middle: Charles City
- High: Charles City
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





