For sale

$389,900

405 S Carolina Ave, Mason City, IA 50401

4beds

3baths

3,072sqft

$2,752/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1973

1.07 Acres Lot

$376,100 Zestimate^®

$127/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Open floor planVery large primary bathroom

What a rare beauty in this in-town acreage! 4 bedroom + office with an open floor plan plus a living room. Beautiful backyard with shade trees and plenty of wildlife plus front yard filled with perennials so you don't have to do a lot of work but just enjoy. Walk into the living room that is spacious and bright. The kitchen is well laid out for your guests which is then open to one of the family rooms. The big bay window overlooks the backyard and fire pit. Also, exit this room to the nice deck and backyard where there is a biking/trail path. Primary bedroom is large with a very large primary bathroom, heated floor with soaking tub and laundry. The lower level is finished for game night or just relaxing. Near East Park, Pickleball and many other amenities. Garden has easy watering and electric fence.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Main level bathrooms: 2
Main level bedrooms: 3

Bedroom 1

Level: Main
Area: 240
Dimensions: 15 x 16

Bedroom 2

Level: Main
Area: 130
Dimensions: 10 x 13

Bedroom 3

Level: Main
Area: 100
Dimensions: 10 x 10

Bedroom 4

Level: Lower
Area: 144
Dimensions: 12 x 12

Primary bathroom

Features: Master Bath, Master Bath Shower

Dining room

Level: Main
Area: 140
Dimensions: 10 x 14

Family room

Description: beautiful view backyard
Level: Main
Area: 405
Dimensions: 15 x 27

Kitchen

Level: Main
Area: 143
Dimensions: 11 x 13

Living room

Level: Main
Area: 299
Dimensions: 13 x 23

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer

Features

Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Partial Carpet
Basement: Partially Finished
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 3,072
Total interior livable area: 3,072 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 4
Parking features: Attached, Detached, Concrete
Attached garage spaces: 4

Features

Patio & porch: Deck
Has spa: Yes
Spa features: Private

Lot

Size: 1.07 Acres

Details

Parcel number: 071040100100
Zoning description: RG/GENERAL RES

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

Aluminum Siding, Attic Insulation, Sidewall Insulation
Foundation: Block
Roof: Asphalt

Condition

Year built: 1973

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: CITY
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: IA

Location

Region: Mason City

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $127/sqft
Tax assessed value: $260,710
Annual tax amount: $3,752
Date on market: 8/6/2026

Estimated market value

$376,100

$357,000 - $395,000

$3,039/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/6/2026	Listed for sale	$389,900$127/sqft
Source: Greater Mason BOR #260583 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$2,898 -18.5%	$241,360 +2.8%
2023	$3,556 -6.4%	$234,690 +9.6%
2022	$3,799 +8.3%	$214,210 +1.9%
2021	$3,508 +8.9%	$210,270 +12.2%
2020	$3,222	$187,350
2019	$3,222	$187,350 +16.7%
2018	--	$160,480
2017	$2,774 +0.1%	--
2016	$2,770	--
2015	$2,770 +3.2%	--
2014	$2,684 +4.1%	--
2013	$2,578 +8%	--
2012	$2,386 +14.4%	--
2007	$2,086	--

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: 50401

Getting around

54 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

26 / 100

Some Transit

52 / 100

Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

8/10
Jefferson Elementary School
Grades: PK-4Distance: 0.9 mi
4/10
John Adams Middle School
Grades: 7-8Distance: 1.1 mi
5/10
Mason City High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi

Schools provided by the listing agent

Elementary: Roosevelt
Middle: Lincoln Intermediate Sch,Newman
District: Mason City

Source: Greater Mason BOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.