Welcome home to this hard-to-find 4 bedroom, 1¾ bath ranch offering the convenience of one-level living and the beauty of a scenic river view! Nestled on a generous lot just under an acre, this property gives you room to spread out while still enjoying the perks of being in town. Inside, you’ll find a functional layout with four comfortable bedrooms, including a primary suite with a private ¾ bath. The spacious living areas provide plenty of room for relaxing or entertaining, all designed with easy, everyday living in mind. Step outside and take in the peaceful river views from your backyard — a rare in-town setting that offers both space and scenery. Whether you’re gardening, hosting summer gatherings, or simply enjoying the view, this property delivers the outdoor lifestyle you’ve been looking for. If you’ve been searching for single-level living, extra bedrooms, and a large lot with a view with room to build — this is one you won’t want to miss!
For sale
$189,500
242 River Forest Rd, Evansdale, IA 50707
4beds
1,528sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1961
0.75 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$124/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
One-level livingScenic river viewFunctional layoutFour comfortable bedrooms
- 109 days |
- 956 |
- 50 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Michael Taylor 319-239-3659,
Lockard Realty Company
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 20260915
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Other
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,528 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.75 Acres
- Dimensions: 130 x 250
Details
- Parcel number: 891232326010
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1961
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Evansdale
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $124/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $158,220
- Annual tax amount: $2,243
- Date on market: 3/9/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 111 days
- Road surface type: Crushed Rock
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,515/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/26/2026 | Price change | $189,500-9.8%$124/sqft |
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| 3/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $210,000-2.3%$137/sqft |
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| 3/7/2026 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/1/2026 | Price change | $214,900-2.3%$141/sqft |
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| 2/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $219,900+175.6%$144/sqft |
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| 8/24/2022 | Sold | $79,800-9.8%$52/sqft |
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| 6/20/2019 | Listing removed | $88,506$58/sqft |
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| 6/19/2019 | Price change | $88,506-0.2%$58/sqft |
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| 6/15/2019 | Price change | $88,698-3.8%$58/sqft |
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| 6/10/2019 | Price change | $92,154-0.2%$60/sqft |
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| 6/8/2019 | Price change | $92,366+2%$60/sqft |
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| 6/3/2019 | Price change | $90,538-0.5%$59/sqft |
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| 5/31/2019 | Price change | $91,024-0.3%$60/sqft |
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| 5/29/2019 | Price change | $91,319+0%$60/sqft |
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| 5/25/2019 | Price change | $91,301+0.8%$60/sqft |
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| 5/23/2019 | Price change | $90,572$59/sqft |
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| 5/21/2019 | Listed for sale | -- |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,243 +12.5% | $158,220 +6.8% |
| 2024 | $1,993 +9% | $148,160 |
| 2023 | $1,829 +9% | $148,160 +25.8% |
| 2022 | $1,679 -0.2% | $117,740 |
| 2021 | $1,682 +0.9% | $117,740 +7.2% |
| 2020 | $1,667 -7.5% | $109,800 |
| 2019 | $1,802 +4.3% | $109,800 |
| 2018 | $1,728 0% | $109,800 |
| 2017 | $1,728 +0.5% | $109,800 |
| 2016 | $1,720 | $109,800 |
| 2015 | $1,720 +7.8% | $109,800 +4.3% |
| 2014 | $1,596 -5.4% | $105,300 -4.1% |
| 2012 | $1,686 +9.2% | $109,800 |
| 2011 | $1,544 +2.3% | $109,800 +7.1% |
| 2010 | $1,508 +3.3% | $102,480 |
| 2009 | $1,460 +1.9% | $102,480 |
| 2008 | $1,432 +2.3% | $102,480 +7% |
| 2007 | $1,400 -0.3% | $95,770 |
| 2006 | $1,405 +8.2% | $95,770 |
| 2005 | $1,298 +6.3% | $95,770 +28.9% |
| 2003 | $1,222 +0.6% | $74,310 |
| 2002 | $1,214 +10.5% | $74,310 +18% |
| 2001 | $1,100 | $62,970 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 50707
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Poyner Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1 mi
- 3/10Bunger Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 2/10East High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Poyner
- Middle: Bunger
- High: East High
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.
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- Iowa
- Black Hawk County
- Evansdale
- 50707
- 242 River Forest Rd
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