9.38 Acres Just 5 Miles Outside Alton, Iowa Looking for the perfect place to build your dream home and enjoy peaceful country living? Take a look at this 9.38-acre acreage located just 5 miles outside of Alton, Iowa. With plenty of space, privacy, and endless potential, this property offers a great opportunity for those looking to create their own rural retreat. The existing home was built in 1898 and features 5 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. The home is in need of extensive renovation and could be restored, renovated, or potentially removed to make way for a new home. Build your dream house in the existing location and take advantage of the beautiful acreage surrounding it. The property is serviced by Northwest REC for electricity. Water is currently provided by a private well, with rural water available nearby for a future owner who may want to explore connecting to the rural water system. The acreage also includes multiple outbuildings, providing plenty of room for storage, hobbies, equipment, or additional uses. There is also ample space for someone looking to add livestock and embrace the country lifestyle. Whether you're looking for a renovation project, a homesite with acreage, or the opportunity to start fresh and build your dream home, this property offers plenty of possibilities in a peaceful rural setting close to Alton. Don't miss this opportunity to own 9.38 acres just minutes from Alton!
Contingent
$289,000
3861 500th St, Alton, IA 51003
5beds
1,651sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1898
9.38 Acres Lot
$275,100 Zestimate®
$175/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Multiple outbuildings
- 29 days
- 1,741
- 91
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ryan Zomer 712-441-3970,
Zomer Company,
Jeff Elegersma 712-441-4786
Source: My State MLS,MLS#: 11975628
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Has Heating (Unspecified Type)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Oven
Features
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,651
- Total interior livable area: 1,651 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,651
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 9.38 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Barn(s), General Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 2334201002
- Lease amount: $0
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1898
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Amps(0)
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Alton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $175/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $165,760
- Annual tax amount: $562
- Date on market: 9/11/2026
- Date available: 09/11/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive
Estimated market value
$275,100
$259,000 - $289,000
$1,663/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/9/2026 | Contingent | $289,000$175/sqft |
Source: My State MLS #11975628 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $289,000$175/sqft |
Source: My State MLS #11975628 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $562 -5.4% | $165,760 +20.5% |
| 2024 | $594 +25.8% | $137,600 |
| 2023 | $472 -60.7% | $137,600 +22.3% |
| 2022 | $1,202 +1.3% | $112,470 -1.7% |
| 2021 | $1,186 -0.7% | $114,390 +8.2% |
| 2020 | $1,194 +16.8% | $105,680 |
| 2019 | $1,022 +3% | $105,680 +3% |
| 2018 | $992 | $102,570 |
| 2017 | $992 +7.6% | $102,570 +8.3% |
| 2014 | $922 +15% | $94,680 |
| 2013 | $802 -2.9% | -- |
| 2012 | $826 +5.4% | -- |
| 2011 | $784 +21.7% | -- |
| 2010 | $644 +14.2% | -- |
| 2009 | $564 +3.3% | -- |
| 2008 | $546 -2.8% | -- |
| 2007 | $562 | -- |
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