Contingent

Price cut: $46.5K (9/28)

$198,500

202 2nd St SE, Mason City, IA 50401

4beds

2baths

2,489sqft

$1,493/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1890

5,478 Square Feet Lot

$188,200 Zestimate^®

$80/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Gorgeous hardwood parquet floorsLeaded-glass windows galoreSeparate kitchen staircase

Curtain rising on this absolutely stunning Queen Anne style home offering everything you've been searching for and more. Featuring grand open staircase with gallery rail, gorgeous hardwood parquet floors, oodles of oak and maple woodwork and built-ins, leaded-glass windows galore, separate kitchen staircase, comforting 3rd floor family room with tree-top views, 2 car garage and more. This home is located Mason City's famous 'Crescent of Culture' and only steps away from the library, museum and restaurants. Grand homes like this rarely come on the market, so don't wait another moment to make the call!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Main level bathrooms: 1

Bedroom 1

Level: Upper
Area: 143
Dimensions: 13 x 11

Bedroom 2

Level: Upper
Area: 132
Dimensions: 12 x 11

Bedroom 3

Level: Upper
Area: 120
Dimensions: 12 x 10

Bedroom 4

Level: Upper
Area: 110
Dimensions: 11 x 10

Bathroom 1

Features: Tub

Dining room

Area: 144
Dimensions: 12 x 12

Family room

Area: 154
Dimensions: 14 x 11

Kitchen

Area: 143
Dimensions: 13 x 11

Living room

Area: 360
Dimensions: 24 x 15

Heating

Hot Water

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher

Features

Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Natural Wood, Open Staircase
Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
Windows: Double Hung
Basement: Full
Has fireplace: Yes
Fireplace features: Two or More, Wood Burning

Interior area

Total structure area: 3,591
Total interior livable area: 2,489 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Concrete
Garage spaces: 2

Features

Levels: Two
Exterior features: Storage

Lot

Size: 5,478 Square Feet
Dimensions: 66 x 83
Features: Corner Lot

Details

Additional structures: Storage
Parcel number: 07015700600
Zoning description: C-CBD/C BUS COM

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame, Wood Siding
Foundation: Stone
Roof: Wood

Condition

Year built: 1890

Community & HOA

Community

Security: Smoke Detector(s)
Subdivision: IA

Location

Region: Mason City

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $80/sqft
Tax assessed value: $203,660
Annual tax amount: $3,056
Date on market: 6/12/2026

Estimated market value

$188,200

$179,000 - $198,000

$2,393/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/26/2026	Contingent	$198,500$80/sqft
Source: Greater Mason BOR #260410 Report a problem
9/28/2026	Price change	$198,500-19%$80/sqft
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6/12/2026	Listed for sale	$245,000$98/sqft
Source: Greater Mason BOR #260410 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,410 +37.6%	$195,240 +21.4%
2024	$1,752 -12%	$160,780
2023	$1,992 -37.2%	$160,780 +11.8%
2022	$3,173 -0.7%	$143,760 +8.5%
2021	$3,195 +6.3%	$132,470 +0.4%
2020	$3,007	$131,980
2019	$3,007	$131,980 -0.1%
2018	--	$132,070
2017	$2,962 +27.2%	--
2016	$2,328	--
2015	$2,328 -25.6%	--
2014	$3,130 -4.2%	--
2013	$3,266 -4.9%	--
2012	$3,434 +15.9%	--
2007	$2,964	--

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: 50401

Getting around

86 / 100

Very Walkable

30 / 100

Some Transit

84 / 100

Very Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

5/10
Lincoln Intermediate School
Grades: 5-6Distance: 1 mi
4/10
John Adams Middle School
Grades: 7-8Distance: 1.5 mi
5/10
Mason City High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi

Schools provided by the listing agent

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.