This charming lake cabin retreat at Sun Valley Lake offers the perfect blend of relaxation, comfort, and scenic views. Tucked just off the main lake in a peaceful no-wake cove, this adorable home still captures beautiful water views and features 72 feet of shoreline with a floating dock?ideal for enjoying quiet mornings and easy lake access. The home includes two bedrooms and one bathroom on each level, providing flexible space for guests, family, or full-time living. A lovely dining area showcases a wood tray ceiling with accent lighting, adding warmth and character to the main living space. Enjoy your morning coffee or evening unwind time in the inviting three-season porch, or relax on the covered deck overlooking the water. The finished walkout lower level expands your living space and makes entertaining easy. Limestone landscaping leads up to the home, enhancing both curb appeal and the natural lake setting. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence or the perfect weekend getaway, this cozy Sun Valley Lake property delivers comfort, charm, and lake-life enjoyment.
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Price cut: $38.5K (6/29)
$620,000
3153 Hickory Dr, Ellston, IA 50074
4beds
2,304sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1978
0.28 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$269/sqft
$92/mo HOA
What's special
Limestone landscapingFinished walkout lower levelBeautiful water viewsLovely dining areaInviting three-season porch
- 127 days
- 434
- 22
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Listed by:
Cherri L Vos 641-340-1289,
RE/MAX Revolution
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6337614
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Baseboard, Forced Air
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Features
- Basement: Finished
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,304 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Dimensions: 72 x 171
Details
- Parcel number: WV010868
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Fiber Cement
Condition
- Year built: 1978
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Rural/Municipality
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Shared Amenities, Recreation Facility
- HOA fee: $1,100 annually
Location
- Region: Ellston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $269/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $479,967
- Annual tax amount: $5,370
- Date on market: 4/24/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 128 days
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/29/2026 | Price change | $620,000-5.8%$269/sqft |
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| 4/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $658,500+186.3%$286/sqft |
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| 5/6/2011 | Sold | $230,000+76.9%$100/sqft |
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| 8/4/2005 | Sold | $130,000$56/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,370 +1.3% | $479,967 +27.5% |
| 2024 | $5,302 -8.5% | $376,318 |
| 2023 | $5,794 +3.5% | $376,318 +8.6% |
| 2022 | $5,598 +10.1% | $346,398 |
| 2021 | $5,086 +0.6% | $346,398 +13.1% |
| 2020 | $5,057 +8.4% | $306,221 |
| 2019 | $4,663 -0.5% | $306,221 +26.8% |
| 2018 | $4,685 +3% | $241,440 |
| 2017 | $4,548 +2.3% | $241,440 +4.2% |
| 2016 | $4,446 | $231,640 +2.8% |
| 2015 | $4,446 +3.1% | $225,410 |
| 2014 | $4,314 -0.5% | $225,410 |
| 2013 | $4,336 +3454.1% | -- |
| 2012 | $122 -96.9% | -- |
| 2011 | $3,912 +14.1% | -- |
| 2010 | $3,428 +23.4% | -- |
| 2009 | $2,778 +24.4% | -- |
| 2008 | $2,234 +17.3% | -- |
| 2007 | $1,904 | -- |
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