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  • Price cut: $10K (6/10)
    $489,000

    701 W Fairground St, What Cheer, IA 50268

    4beds
    25.66Acres
    Unimproved Land
    Built in 1979
    25.66 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $156/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Abundance of wildlifeCenter islandSpacious eat-in kitchenAmple cabinets
    BEAUTIFUL NATURE LOVER'S OASIS, COUNTRY RETREAT!!! Conveniently located on the northwest edge of What Cheer, just off of a paved road! Featuring an abundance of wildlife, a massive pond stocked with cat fish, blue gill, crappie, and some turtles. 25.66 wooded acres offering premium privacy! Down the long, private lane, under a canopy of trees, you will find a well maintained 4-5 BR, 2 BA home featuring a 2 car attached garage and a 30'x40' shop. Extra large rooms and closets! The spacious eat-in kitchen features 2 large pantries, ample cabinets, including a center island. Appliances are included! Large lving room opens to the formal dining area and stairway to the entry. Main level primary bedroom with ensuite bathroom. The finished lower level offers a family room, 3/4 bathroom, storage/utility/laundry room, and 3 more bedrooms. Updates include roof and vinyl windows. LP tank included in the sale. Property is being sold as-is. Seller to replace septic system prior to closing. Come explore what this unique property has to offer! It's awaiting your personal touches. Call to schedule a showing!
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Nickole Leathers 641-295-4142,

    Hometown Real Estate

    Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6333489MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Features
      • Basement: Full,Finished
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 3,136 sqft
      • Finished area below ground: 1,472

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Attached
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 25.66 Acres
      • Dimensions: 1,117,750.00 SF Irregular
      Details
      • Parcel number: WCCOT060000

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: What Cheer

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $156/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $134,600
      • Annual tax amount: $1,860
      • Date on market: 11/6/2025
      • Cumulative days on market: 243 days
      Nicki Leathers

      (641) 295-4142

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/10/2026Price change$489,000-2%$156/sqft
        Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6333489 Report a problem
        5/13/2026Price change$499,000-5%$159/sqft
        Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6333489 Report a problem
        11/6/2025Listed for sale$525,000$167/sqft
        Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6333489 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,528 -3%$134,600 +11%
        2024$1,576 +7.2%$121,240
        2023$1,470 -10.6%$121,240 +33.7%
        2022$1,644 -0.5%$90,700
        2021$1,652 -9.7%$90,700 +6.7%
        2020$1,829 +3.4%$84,970 -3.9%
        2019$1,768 -9.9%$88,410 +6.8%
        2018$1,963 +26.3%$82,810 -6.9%
        2017$1,554 -11.2%$88,960
        2016$1,750 $88,960
        2015$1,750 +1.3%$88,960
        2014$1,728 -13.1%$88,960
        2013$1,988 +10.1%--
        2012$1,806 --

        Find assessor info on the county website

        Monthly payment

        Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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        HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.
        Mortgage interest rates are dependent on a number of factors, including credit score, down payment, and repayment length. Interest rate data provided by Zillow Group Marketplace, Inc. as of 1/1/1970 from various mortgage lenders with which we have lead or other similar arrangements; the Estimated Payment is an average of those rates.
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 50268

        Getting around

        2 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        19 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating