CLASSIC AND TRADITIONAL SUMMER COTTAGE with 40 ft. of lake frontage and timeless charm throughout. This inviting retreat features three bedrooms, 1 full bath and convenient upper level half bath. The two upper level bedrooms have folding doors which can convert into one large room. Enjoy lake views from the enclosed porch, perfect for morning coffee or evening gatherings. Vintage character shines through with charming beadboard cupboards and classic screen doors that capture the nostalgic feel of lake living. This mostly furnished home has a gas fireplace and mini splits for temperature control. A rare opportunity to enjoy a true cottage getaway on the water just steps from the Surf Ballroom. Enjoy dipping your toes into the water on the sandy shore or fishing from your own dock.
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$699,924
487 N Shore Dr, Clear Lake, IA 50428
3beds
949sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1912
3,800 Square Feet Lot
$700,500 Zestimate®
$738/sqft
$1,364 Estimated rent
Home value
$700,500
$665,000 - $736,000
$1,364/mo
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Gas fireplaceSandy shoreCharming beadboard cupboardsClassic screen doorsThree bedrooms
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Listed by:
Diana L Symonds 641-529-0082,
Lakeside Brokers
Bought with:
Diana L Symonds, ***
Lakeside Brokers
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6338364
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 9
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 9
Other
- Level: Upper
- Area: 153 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 X 9
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 10
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 9
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 153 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 17
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 7
Other
- Area: 20 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 X 4
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 x 9
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 17
Heating
- Ductless
Cooling
- Ductless
Features
- Basement: Slab
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 949 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Other Surface
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
Lot
- Size: 3,800 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40' x 95'
Details
- Parcel number: 051313300700
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1912
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Clear Lake
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $738/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $534,310
- Annual tax amount: $7,272
- Date on market: 5/15/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 31 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/15/2026 | Sold | $699,924+0%$738/sqft |
Source:  NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6338364 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2026 | Pending sale | $699,900$738/sqft |
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6338364 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $699,900$738/sqft |
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6338364 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,532 -0.1% | $534,310 +8.1% |
| 2023 | $6,536 +4.9% | $494,120 +18.4% |
| 2022 | $6,232 +0% | $417,290 +3.9% |
| 2021 | $6,229 +2.1% | $401,440 +1.5% |
| 2020 | $6,104 | $395,550 +0.5% |
| 2019 | $6,104 +39.3% | $393,720 +1% |
| 2018 | $4,382 -0.6% | $389,630 |
| 2017 | $4,406 +3.2% | -- |
| 2016 | $4,268 | -- |
| 2015 | $4,268 -1.2% | -- |
| 2014 | $4,320 +77.9% | -- |
| 2007 | $2,428 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 50428
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- 9/10Clear Creek Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.3 mi
- 6/10Clear Lake Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 8/10Clear Lake High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
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