Scenic 5.6-Acre Retreat on the Yellow River Welcome to your private oasis nestled on 5.6 picturesque acres along the beautiful Yellow River! This spacious4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers an open-concept layout with a generous kitchen and living area—perfect for entertaining or cozy family gatherings. Step outside to a wrap-around deck and take in breathtaking views of the surrounding bluffs and valleys. With direct river frontage, enjoy trout fishing, kayaking, or a refreshing swim just steps from your door. The walk-out lower level features a large recreation room complete with a bar, fireplace and pool table—ideal for hosting guests or relaxing after a day outdoors. An above-ground swimming pool is also included and conveys to the buyer, providing even more ways to enjoy the outdoors right at home. A spacious 2-car tuck-under garage offers over 1,000 sq ft—plenty of room for vehicles, storage, or a workshop. Whether you're looking for a peaceful getaway or a place to gather with family and friends, this property offers the perfect blend of comfort, space, and natural beauty.
For sale
$385,000
417 Old Sixteen Rd, Waterville, IA 52170
4beds
3,128sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1982
5.61 Acres Lot
$370,300 Zestimate®
$123/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Walk-out lower levelAbove-ground swimming poolLarge recreation roomOpen-concept layoutWrap-around deckPool tableDirect river frontage
- 37 days
- 1,832
- 162
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Barbara E Smed 563-568-7159,
Keller Williams Legacy Group
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 20264151
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Other
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane Rented
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Basement: Concrete,Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: One
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,128 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,000
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached Garage, Tuckunder Garage
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Carport spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck-Wrap Around
- Pool features: Above Ground
Lot
- Size: 5.61 Acres
- Features: Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 2116400011
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1982
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private Well
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Waterville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $123/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $456,200
- Annual tax amount: $4,592
- Date on market: 8/29/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 37 days
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
$370,300
$352,000 - $389,000
$1,889/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $385,000-2.5%$123/sqft |
Source:  Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20264151 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2026 | Listing removed | $395,000$126/sqft |
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20254752 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2025 | Price change | $395,000-16.8%$126/sqft |
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20254752 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2025 | Price change | $475,000-6.9%$152/sqft |
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20254752 Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $510,000+85.5%$163/sqft |
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20254752 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2021 | Sold | $275,000-8.3%$88/sqft |
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20203436 Report a problem | ||
| 6/21/2021 | Pending sale | $299,900$96/sqft |
Source:  East Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #140412 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: East Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2020 | Price change | $299,900-4.8%$96/sqft |
Source: Ole's 5 Star Realty, LLC #140412 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2020 | Listed for sale | $314,900$101/sqft |
Source: Ole's 5 Star Realty, LLC #140412 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,592 +5% | $462,800 +18% |
| 2024 | $4,374 +14.2% | $392,300 |
| 2023 | $3,830 +13.4% | $392,300 +33.5% |
| 2022 | $3,376 +2.3% | $293,800 +6.2% |
| 2021 | $3,300 +7.1% | $276,700 +7.2% |
| 2020 | $3,082 +5.4% | $258,100 |
| 2019 | $2,924 +14.2% | $258,100 +8.8% |
| 2018 | $2,560 -9.5% | $237,200 +14.6% |
| 2017 | $2,830 +15.5% | $207,000 |
| 2016 | $2,450 | $207,000 |
| 2015 | $2,450 -0.1% | $207,000 |
| 2014 | $2,452 -3.2% | $207,000 |
| 2013 | $2,534 -4.7% | -- |
| 2012 | $2,658 +3.1% | -- |
| 2011 | $2,578 +6.4% | -- |
| 2010 | $2,424 +7.4% | -- |
| 2009 | $2,258 +5.1% | -- |
| 2008 | $2,148 +2.2% | -- |
| 2007 | $2,102 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 52170
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Allamakee Com. School
- Middle: Allamakee
- High: Allamakee
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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