Check out this single-story bungalow on 2+ acres set on a paved road — private, easy access and plenty of outdoor space. Did we mention its within a few miles of town! The property features a spacious eat-in kitchen ideal for gathering around meals and casual entertaining. The three comfortable bedrooms all have nice closet space. The full bath plus a 3/4 bath makes for an accommodating home. The enclosed sunroom with large windows provides bright, year-round lounging or extra entertaining space. The sunroom also provides added curb appeal to the home. The finished space in the basement offers a large family/recreation room for hobbies, media or play. The fenced backyard creates a secure area for pets, with ample room for gardening, outbuildings, or outdoor activities. This home offers a country-feel setting with convenient road access close to Cherokee.
Pending
$185,000
5081 Highway 3, Cherokee, IA 51012
3beds
2baths
1,506sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1950
2.89 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$123/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Nice closet spaceSingle-story bungalowSpacious eat-in kitchenThree comfortable bedrooms
- 48 days |
- 52 |
- 1 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Stephanie Zarr 712-229-1854,
EXIT Realty Midwest - Cherokee
Source: Northwest Iowa Regional BOR,MLS#: 833709
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Full Bath, Living, Other, Family, 3/4 Bath, Laundry
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Water Softener: Not Included, Rented
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Block
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,506
- Total interior livable area: 1,506 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,156
- Finished area below ground: 350
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Concrete
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: 3 Season Porch, Deck
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 2.89 Acres
- Features: Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 190350715300038
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Steel Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Rural Water
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Cherokee
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $123/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $1,870
- Price range: $185K - $185K
- Date on market: 7/7/2026
- Inclusions: stove, refrigerator, dishwasher
- Exclusions: microwave, washer and dryer,
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,391/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/10/2026 | Pending sale | $185,000$123/sqft |
Source:  Northwest Iowa Regional BOR #833709 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $185,000+32.1%$123/sqft |
Source: Northwest Iowa Regional BOR #833709 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2020 | Sold | $140,000-4.1%$93/sqft |
Source: Northwest Iowa Regional BOR #806879 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2020 | Pending sale | $146,000$97/sqft |
Source: EXIT REALTY MIDWEST #806879 Report a problem | ||
| 3/27/2020 | Price change | $146,000-2.3%$97/sqft |
Source: EXIT Realty Midwest - Cherokee #806879 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2019 | Listed for sale | $149,500$99/sqft |
Source: EXIT Realty Midwest - Cherokee #806879 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | -- |
| 2023 | -- | -- |
| 2022 | -- | -- |
| 2021 | -- | -- |
| 2020 | -- | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
Payment breakdown
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Neighborhood: 51012
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Cherokee Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 6/10Washington High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cherokee
- Middle: Cherokee
- High: Cherokee
Source: Northwest Iowa Regional 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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