Roll up your sleeves — opportunity is knocking at 707 16th St SE. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath house is priced with sweat equity in mind, making it a savvy pick for buyers, investors, or anyone eager to build value. What you put in, you'll get back. The bones are here, and so is the room to grow. A generous basement stands ready for future expansion, whether you envision a recreation room, extra bedroom, or a workshop. With smart updates and a little vision, this home can transform into exactly what you've been dreaming about — customized top to bottom, just the way you like it. The setting is a genuine bonus. Roosevelt Elementary and Lincoln Intermediate School sit within easy reach, a real plus for the area. Priced to move and brimming with potential, this southeast Mason City property rewards buyers willing to invest a bit of effort. Established neighborhood and an affordable entry point rarely line up this neatly. Homes with this kind of upside don't sit around waiting, see it today.
Contingent
$109,900
707 16th St SE, Mason City, IA 50401
3beds
1baths
936sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$828/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1963
6,674 Square Feet Lot
$110,500 Zestimate®
$117/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Generous basement
- 17 days |
- 190 |
- 15 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
SHANNON ANDERSON 641-420-1338,
Re/max Heartland Realtors
Source: Greater Mason BOR,MLS#: 260501
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 96
- Dimensions: 8 x 12
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 10 x 13
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 12 x 17
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Windows: Casement, Double Hung
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,872
- Total interior livable area: 936 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Concrete, Gravel
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Exterior features: Sidewalks
Lot
- Size: 6,674 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 47 x 142
- Features: Alley
Details
- Parcel number: 071525500700
- Zoning description: RG/GENERAL RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Steel Siding, Insulation
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1963
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: CITY
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: IA
Location
- Region: Mason City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $117/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $116,680
- Annual tax amount: $1,560
- Date on market: 7/13/2026
Estimated market value
$110,500
$105,000 - $116,000
$1,140/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/16/2026 | Contingent | $109,900$117/sqft |
Source:  Greater Mason BOR #260501 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $109,900+52.6%$117/sqft |
Source: Greater Mason BOR #260501 Report a problem | ||
| 9/28/2018 | Sold | $72,000-3.9%$77/sqft |
Source:  NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5443387 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2018 | Listed for sale | $74,900+7.2%$80/sqft |
Source: Lake-IOWA REALTY #62018735 Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2017 | Listing removed | $69,900$75/sqft |
Source: Lake-IOWA REALTY #62018120 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2017 | Listed for sale | $69,900-17.8%$75/sqft |
Source: Lake-IOWA REALTY #62018120 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2017 | Listing removed | $85,000$91/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2017 | Price change | $85,000-4.5%$91/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/22/2017 | Listed for sale | $89,000+2.3%$95/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/25/2014 | Sold | $87,000$93/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,458 -5.3% | $111,190 |
| 2023 | $1,540 -11.5% | $111,190 +28.3% |
| 2022 | $1,740 +0.9% | $86,640 +2.4% |
| 2021 | $1,725 +8.8% | $84,570 +6.3% |
| 2020 | $1,585 | $79,570 |
| 2019 | $1,585 | $79,570 +4.2% |
| 2018 | -- | $76,370 |
| 2017 | $1,332 +0.2% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,330 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,330 -4.5% | -- |
| 2014 | $1,392 -7.4% | -- |
| 2013 | $1,504 +8.2% | -- |
| 2012 | $1,390 -0.7% | -- |
| 2011 | $1,400 +4.6% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,338 +9.7% | -- |
| 2009 | $1,220 +21% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,008 +3.9% | -- |
| 2007 | $970 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 50401
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Roosevelt Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10John Adams Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 5/10Mason City High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
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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