Perfect for first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors, this property offers comfortable living in a compact and efficient layout. The home features a bright living area with large windows that bring in a beautiful amount of light. It also includes a functional kitchen with ample cabinet space with two bedrooms. The bathroom, though modest in size, is clean and practical, offering all the essentials. Outside you will enjoy a low-maintenance yard. This home is ideal for anyone seeking a quiet lifestyle without sacrificing convenience. Don’t miss this affordable opportunity in a desirable small neighborhood!
Sold
$84,750
245 W North St, Forest City, IA 50436
2beds
960sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1926
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$86,300 Zestimate®
$88/sqft
$1,093 Estimated rent
Home value
$86,300
Estimated sales range
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Large windowsLow-maintenance yardAmple cabinet spaceFunctional kitchen
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Listed by:
Bethanie S Farus 641-585-2404,
1st Choice Realty
Bought with:
Pat Lovik, ***
Missal Insurance & Realty
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6332232
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x10
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18x10
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 125 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.5x10
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x12
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x12
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Full
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 960 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Lot
- Size: 8,712 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 132 x 66
Details
- Parcel number: 1135231004
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- Year built: 1926
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- HOA name: NCIR
Location
- Region: Forest City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $88/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $87,580
- Annual tax amount: $1,320
- Date on market: 9/26/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 40 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/25/2025 | Sold | $84,750-0.2%$88/sqft |
Source:  NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6332232 Report a problem | ||
| 11/22/2025 | Pending sale | $84,900$88/sqft |
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6332232 Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2025 | Price change | $84,900+23.9%$88/sqft |
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6332232 Report a problem | ||
| 6/21/2023 | Pending sale | $68,500-6.8%$71/sqft |
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6307689 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2023 | Sold | $73,500+7.3%$77/sqft |
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6307689 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2023 | Listed for sale | $68,500$71/sqft |
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6307689 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,320 +4.6% | $87,580 +27.4% |
| 2024 | $1,262 +52.8% | $68,720 |
| 2023 | $826 +11.3% | $68,720 +49.8% |
| 2022 | $742 -0.3% | $45,870 |
| 2021 | $744 +1.1% | $45,870 +5% |
| 2020 | $736 +0.3% | $43,680 |
| 2019 | $734 +7% | $43,680 +5% |
| 2018 | $686 -6.3% | $41,600 |
| 2017 | $732 +13.7% | $41,600 +9.8% |
| 2016 | $644 +12.6% | $37,880 +5% |
| 2015 | $572 +3.6% | $36,070 |
| 2014 | $552 +8.7% | $36,070 |
| 2013 | $508 -9% | -- |
| 2012 | $558 -2.1% | -- |
| 2011 | $570 +2.9% | -- |
| 2010 | $554 -2.8% | -- |
| 2009 | $570 +5.2% | -- |
| 2008 | $542 +13.4% | -- |
| 2007 | $478 +12.2% | -- |
| 2005 | $426 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 50436
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- 9/10Forest City Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.4 mi
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