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  • $137,500

    688 1st St SE, Mason City, IA 50401

    3beds
    1baths
    1,569sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1936
    7,405 Square Feet Lot
    $161,400 Zestimate®
    $88/sqft
    $1,391 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $161,400

    $152,000 - $173,000

    $1,391/mo

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    What's special

    Welcome home to this charming 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom house. Situated in a serene neighborhood close to East Park, this home offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a newly upgraded interior featuring newer flooring, a modern furnace, roof, central air, water heater, electrical upgrades, and windows, ensuring both style and functionality. This home boasts a thoughtful layout with two cozy bedrooms on the main floor and a HUGE bedroom in the upper level. Entertainment awaits in the finished basement, where you'll find a versatile family room complete with a convenient bar area, ideal for hosting gatherings or enjoying leisurely evenings with loved ones. Don't miss the chance to make this house your home sweet home. Schedule your showing today and experience the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and charm! *Contingent upon sellers finding a home of their choice*

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    Listed by:

    CASSIDY HARRIS 641-420-1346,

    Century 21 Preferred

    Bought with:

    Century 21 Preferred

    Source: Greater Mason BOR,MLS#: 240109MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 2
    Bedroom 1
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 100
    • Dimensions: 10 x 10
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 90
    • Dimensions: 10 x 9
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 319
    • Dimensions: 29 x 11
    Bathroom 1
    • Features: Shower, Tub
    Dining room
    • Features: Formal Dining
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 108
    • Dimensions: 12 x 9
    Family room
    • Level: Lower
    • Area: 437
    • Dimensions: 23 x 19
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 81
    • Dimensions: 9 x 9
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 176
    • Dimensions: 16 x 11
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Window Unit(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s)
    • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl
    • Basement: Full,Partially Finished
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,975
    • Total interior livable area: 1,569 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Detached, Concrete
    • Garage spaces: 1
    Features
    • Levels: One and One Half
    • Exterior features: Sidewalks
    Lot
    • Size: 7,405 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 48 x 153
    Details
    • Parcel number: 071025402700
    • Zoning description: Z2 - Sub-Urban District

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Steel Siding
    • Foundation: Block
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1936

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: CITY
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
    • Subdivision: IA
    Location
    • Region: Mason City

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $88/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $114,130
    • Annual tax amount: $1,686
    • Price range: $137.5K - $137.5K
    • Date on market: 2/23/2024

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/28/2024Sold$137,500-1.8%$88/sqft
    Source: Greater Mason BOR #240109 Report a problem
    4/26/2024Contingent$140,000$89/sqft
    Source: Greater Mason BOR #240109 Report a problem
    2/23/2024Listed for sale$140,000+9.4%$89/sqft
    Source: Greater Mason BOR #240109 Report a problem
    4/8/2022Sold$127,968$82/sqft
    Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6139588 Report a problem
    1/5/2022Listed for sale$127,968+30.6%$82/sqft
    Source: Greater Mason BOR #220018 Report a problem
    9/3/2020Sold$98,000+3.2%$62/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    6/11/2020Listed for sale$94,997+5.7%$61/sqft
    Source: Century 21 Preferred #5580988 Report a problem
    9/14/2017Listing removed$89,900-4.9%$57/sqft
    Source: CENTURY 21 Preferred #170159 Report a problem
    3/28/2017Listed for sale$94,500+26%$60/sqft
    Source: Century 21 Preferred #23216 Report a problem
    8/15/2008Sold$75,000+7.9%$48/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    9/28/2005Sold$69,500$44/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$1,612 -4.4%$114,130
    2023$1,686 -9.8%$114,130 +21.4%
    2022$1,870 +4.4%$94,020 +3.5%
    2021$1,790 +8.8%$90,860 +10%
    2020$1,645 $82,590
    2019$1,645 $82,590 +4.6%
    2018-- $78,950
    2017$1,364 +0.3%--
    2016$1,360 --
    2015$1,360 +9%--
    2014$1,248 +4.3%--
    2013$1,196 +6.6%--
    2012$1,122 +24.9%--
    2007$898 --
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 50401

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • 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.

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