Discover a rare opportunity to own a piece of Northeast Iowa's natural beauty with The Little Red Cabin, a charming 2-bedroom getaway located just 15 minutes from Decorah in the scenic Highlandville valley. Set on a private 1-acre lot, this cozy and fully updated cabin sits just steps from Mestads Spring, which feeds into South Bear Creek—a nationally recognized trout stream. Ideal for outdoor lovers, investors, or anyone seeking a peaceful retreat, this turn-key property offers direct access to public fishing and hunting land, along with the comfort and charm of a thoughtfully maintained home. Whether you envision it as a personal escape, a successful short-term rental, or a seasonal basecamp for outdoor recreation, The Little Red Cabin is a rare gem in an unbeatable setting. Agent is part owner of property.
Sold for $209,000
$209,000
3495 Bear Creek Rd, Decorah, IA 52101
2beds
1baths
676sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1968
1.27 Acres Lot
$214,700 Zestimate®
$309/sqft
$960 Estimated rent
Home value
$214,700
Estimated sales range
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Scenic highlandville valleyThoughtfully maintained home
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Listed by:
Joseph Gavle 563-379-6031,
AJ Realty, Inc.
Bought with:
Joseph Gavle, B68340000
AJ Realty, Inc.
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 20251955
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room, Loft
Other
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 676 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Features
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Exterior features: Balcony, Fishing
- Waterfront features: Creek
Lot
- Size: 1.27 Acres
- Dimensions: 270x370
- Features: Borders State Land, Hunting on or Near
Details
- Parcel number: 042835100200
- Zoning: A-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vertical Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1968
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Shared Well
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Decorah
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $309/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $101,030
- Annual tax amount: $1,056
- Date on market: 5/2/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 73 days
- Road surface type: Dirt, Gravel
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/12/2025 | Sold | $209,000-11.1%$309/sqft |
Source:  Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20251955 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2025 | Pending sale | $235,000$348/sqft |
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20251955 Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $235,000$348/sqft |
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20251955 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2025 | Pending sale | $235,000$348/sqft |
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20251955 Report a problem | ||
| 5/26/2025 | Price change | $235,000-7.8%$348/sqft |
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20251955 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $255,000$377/sqft |
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20251955 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,120 +6.1% | $101,030 +11.5% |
| 2024 | $1,056 +2.7% | $90,570 |
| 2023 | $1,028 +69.6% | $90,570 +16.4% |
| 2022 | $606 +2% | $77,830 +65.7% |
| 2021 | $594 +2.1% | $46,970 +4.4% |
| 2020 | $582 +0.3% | $44,980 |
| 2019 | $580 +27.2% | $44,980 |
| 2018 | $456 -10.9% | $44,980 +20% |
| 2017 | $512 +4.1% | $37,490 |
| 2016 | $492 -5.4% | $37,490 +2.8% |
| 2015 | $520 +2.4% | $36,480 |
| 2014 | $508 +5.8% | $36,480 |
| 2013 | $480 +7.1% | -- |
| 2011 | $448 +3.2% | -- |
| 2010 | $434 +13% | -- |
| 2009 | $384 +7.9% | -- |
| 2008 | $356 +7.9% | -- |
| 2007 | $330 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 52101
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAJohn Cline Elementary SchoolGrades: K-2Distance: 10.8 mi
- 9/10Decorah Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 11.2 mi
- 9/10Decorah High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 10.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Decorah Community Schools
- Middle: Decorah Community Schools
- High: Decorah Community Schools
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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