For sale

$100,000

311 NW 1st St, Melcher, IA 50163

2beds

816sqft

$762/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1920

7,100 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$123/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Versatile bonus roomExceptionally large family roomConvenient first-floor laundryFully fenced backyardGarden shedPrimary bedroom

Move-in ready 2-bedroom, 1-bath ranch with spacious living areas and lots of potential! This charming home features a full bathroom, convenient first-floor laundry, and an exceptionally large family room that's perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The primary bedroom includes a versatile bonus room that can be used as a home office, nursery, dressing room, or flex space to fit your needs. Step outside to enjoy the large deck overlooking the fully fenced backyard, complete with a garden shed—ideal for outdoor gatherings, pets, or gardening. All appliances are included, making this home truly move-in ready. The property also offers excellent future potential, with room to extend the driveway from the road and/or build a garage with convenient alley access.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1
Main level bedrooms: 2

Heating

Forced Air, Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Laundry: Main Level

Features

Eat-in Kitchen
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
Basement: Crawl Space,Unfinished

Interior area

Total structure area: 816
Total interior livable area: 816 sqft

Property

Features

Stories: 1
Patio & porch: Deck
Exterior features: Deck

Lot

Size: 7,100 Square Feet
Dimensions: 50 x 142

Details

Parcel number: 000000285100000
Zoning: r

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Wood Siding
Foundation: Block
Roof: Metal

Condition

Resale
New construction: No
Year built: 1920

Utilities & green energy

Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Security: Fire Alarm

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Melcher

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $123/sqft
Tax assessed value: $87,360
Annual tax amount: $1,218
Date on market: 7/16/2026
Cumulative days on market: 49 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
Road surface type: Concrete

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/17/2026	Listed for sale	$100,000+112.8%$123/sqft
Source: DMMLS #745183 Report a problem
9/24/2014	Sold	$47,000-5.8%$58/sqft
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5375182 Report a problem
7/23/2013	Listed for sale	$49,900$61/sqft
Source: Iowa Realty #21400 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$1,218 +17.6%	$87,360 +23.9%
2024	$1,036 +3.6%	$70,510 +13.7%
2023	$1,000 +0.2%	$62,040 +19.2%
2022	$998 +19.7%	$52,050
2021	$834 -11.1%	$52,050 +11.5%
2020	$938 +15.2%	$46,690
2019	$814 +1.8%	$46,690 +27.8%
2018	$800 -8.5%	$36,520 +3.8%
2017	$874 +9%	$35,170
2016	$802	$35,170 +12.9%
2015	$802 +54.2%	$31,150
2014	$520 -9.1%	$31,150
2013	$572 +2.9%	--
2012	$556 -15.8%	--
2011	$660 +10%	--
2010	$600 +4.5%	--
2009	$574 +13%	--
2008	$508	--