Mid-Century Gem: 610 W Jefferson St, Lake City, IA Discover this charming 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home with a 2-car attached garage, perfectly positioned next to South Central Calhoun High School—walking distance to Friday night games and school events. Embracing a classic mid-century feel, the main living areas feature large windows that flood the space with natural light, creating a bright, inviting atmosphere. The open-concept kitchen flows seamlessly into the family and dining areas—ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Two generously sized bedrooms offer reach-in closets and ample space for comfort. Enjoy Lake City's vibrant community spirit with events like the Fall Festival, Dell Blair Memorial Chili Cook-Off, Christmas Festival, Jazz in the Park, and Annual Western Days, all centered around the picturesque town square—perfect for gatherings and small-town charm. This charming home blends retro style, convenience, and community appeal—ready for you!
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Price cut: $7K (5/27)
$178,000
610 W Jefferson St, Lake City, IA 51449
2beds
1,750sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$1,315/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
0.34 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$102/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Bright inviting atmosphereTwo generously sized bedroomsAmple space for comfortReach-in closetsOpen-concept kitchen
- 124 days |
- 113 |
- 1 |
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Listed by:
Emily Melody 712-210-6449,
Exit Country Realty
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6336546
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Partial
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,750 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Dimensions: 14636 SF
Details
- Parcel number: 863318126005
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lake City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $102/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $193,350
- Annual tax amount: $2,510
- Date on market: 3/23/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 124 days
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/27/2026 | Price change | $178,000-3.8%$102/sqft |
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| 4/17/2026 | Price change | $185,000-2.4%$106/sqft |
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| 3/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $189,500+142.9%$108/sqft |
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| 9/29/2014 | Sold | $78,000-1.1%$45/sqft |
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5408853 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2014 | Listed for sale | $78,900$45/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,510 -0.2% | $193,350 +38% |
| 2024 | $2,516 +24.2% | $140,070 |
| 2023 | $2,026 +2.7% | $140,070 +41.9% |
| 2022 | $1,972 +6.3% | $98,690 |
| 2021 | $1,856 +5.6% | $98,690 +9.7% |
| 2020 | $1,758 +3.5% | $89,980 |
| 2019 | $1,698 -0.6% | $89,980 +9.5% |
| 2018 | $1,708 +8.1% | $82,150 +1.4% |
| 2016 | $1,580 | $81,030 +12.7% |
| 2015 | $1,580 +23.4% | $71,900 |
| 2014 | $1,280 -17.2% | $71,900 |
| 2013 | $1,546 -1.9% | -- |
| 2012 | $1,576 -7.3% | -- |
| 2011 | $1,700 +5.2% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,616 +17.6% | -- |
| 2009 | $1,374 +7.5% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,278 +17.2% | -- |
| 2007 | $1,090 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 51449
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10South Central Calhoun Middle SchoolGrades: 4-8Distance: 9.9 mi
- 6/10South Central Calhoun High SchoolGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 0.1 mi
- 5/10South Central Calhoun Elementary BuildingGrades: PK-3Distance: 10.7 mi
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