LAKEFRONT LIVING ON SILVER LAKE! Enjoy peaceful lake living at this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home located right on beautiful Silver Lake in Ayrshire! Whether you’re looking for the perfect weekend getaway or a place to call home year-round, this property offers an incredible opportunity to enjoy the lake lifestyle. The home features convenient main-floor laundry, making everyday living easy and comfortable. A heated garage provides great space for your vehicles, lake toys, storage, or hobbies. Step outside onto the concrete patio and relax while taking in the beautiful lake views—perfect for morning coffee, entertaining, or unwinding after a day on the water. A dock is included, making it easy to enjoy boating, fishing, and all that Silver Lake has to offer. With its fantastic waterfront location, gorgeous views, and comfortable amenities, this property is ready to become your own little piece of paradise. Come enjoy lake life whether it’s your weekend escape or your forever home!
Pending
$229,000
35242 Lovers Ln, Ruthven, IA 51358
2beds
1,436sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1978
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$159/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fantastic waterfront locationHeated garageConvenient main-floor laundryGorgeous viewsBeautiful lake viewsComfortable amenities
- 26 days
- 589
- 39
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Katie Muhlbauer PRIM:(712)790-7010,
Integrity Real Estate
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR,MLS#: 261302
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Features: Main Floor 3/4 Bath
Dining room
- Features: Combine with Kitchen
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Range/Stove, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: Main Level, Washer/Dryer Hkups
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Main Floor Bedrooms
- Basement: Egress Windows,Unfinished,Block,Full
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,776
- Total interior livable area: 1,436 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,436
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Dock
- Fencing: Partial
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Lake
- Body of water: Silver Lake (Ayrshire)
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 67 x 100
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 390020095230
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Frame/Wood
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1978
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Water: Shared
- Utilities for property: Propane
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: IA
Location
- Region: Ruthven
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $159/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $209,360
- Annual tax amount: $2,118
- Date on market: 10/8/2026
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/19/2026 | Pending sale | $229,000$159/sqft |
Source:  Iowa Great Lakes BOR #261302 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $229,000$159/sqft |
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #261302 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,081 +2.5% | $209,360 +14.3% |
| 2024 | $2,031 +25.3% | $183,120 |
| 2023 | $1,621 -2.5% | $183,120 +49.8% |
| 2022 | $1,664 -4.2% | $122,220 |
| 2021 | $1,736 +6.7% | $122,220 -2.1% |
| 2020 | $1,628 +0.9% | $124,900 |
| 2019 | $1,613 +2.1% | $124,900 +8.3% |
| 2018 | $1,580 | $115,320 -1.2% |
| 2017 | $1,580 -0.3% | $116,690 |
| 2016 | $1,584 | $116,690 +0.5% |
| 2015 | $1,584 -1.9% | $116,090 +2.8% |
| 2014 | $1,614 +67.8% | $112,900 |
| 2013 | $962 -1.2% | -- |
| 2012 | $974 +2.5% | -- |
| 2011 | $950 +5.6% | -- |
| 2010 | $900 +10.6% | -- |
| 2009 | $814 +6.5% | -- |
| 2008 | $764 +9.1% | -- |
| 2007 | $700 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 51358
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Ruthven-Ayrshire
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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