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For sale by owner
    • $215,000

    8117 Hickory St, Dexter, IA 50070

    2beds
    970sqft
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    $1,863/mo
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    Residential
    Built in 1964
    6,534 Square Feet Lot
    $203,000 Zestimate®
    $222/sqft
    $331/mo HOA

    What's special

    Wrap-around deckMature treesAll new bathroomsTile around the homeDetached one car garagePrivate backyardCozy walkout ranch home
    Are you ready for those weekend getaways to the lake? This 940 sq ft finished cottage is full of charm! The complete renovation in 2019 included all new bathrooms, new kitchen with stainless steel appliances, new electrical, plumbing, roof, wrap-around deck, electric, sewer, and new heating & cooling systems. tile around the home, and a new chain link fence in the backyard, perfect for pets!Located just around the corner from the beach and boat launch, this cozy walkout ranch home with mature trees and a private backyard has seasonal views of the lake and pond. Includes a detached one car garage. Diamondhead Lake is stocked with fish and features two beaches along with a volleyball area. Tons of amenities are included in this association: disc golf course, bow hunting, hiking, and miles of ATV trails. I have a lot more pictures if you need. Asking $215,000, come take a look and shoot me an offer. Will work with buyers agents but need no help from realtors otherwise. Thanks
    What the owner loves about this home
    Affordable yet updated property
    28 days
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    438
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    Property Owner (515) 822-8805

    This property is for sale by owner and Zillow, Inc. is displaying it at the owner's request. It is not subject to a listing agreement with Zillow, Inc. or its affiliates.

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Heating
      • Other, Electric
      Cooling
      • Other
      Features
      • Cable TV, Carpeting, Laminate Floors, See Reserved Items
      • Flooring: Laminate
      • Basement: Partially finished
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 970 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Garage - Detached
      Features
      • Exterior features: Other
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Water
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Water
      Lot
      • Size: 6,534 Square Feet
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0001439800

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Residential
      Materials
      • Frame
      • Foundation: Concrete Block
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1964

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Community

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • HOA fee: $331 monthly
      Location
      • Region: Dexter

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $222/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $162,900
      • Annual tax amount: $1,932
      • Date on market: 7/21/2026

        Estimated market value

        $203,000

        $191,000 - $217,000

        $1,007/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/21/2026Listed for sale$215,000-2.2%$222/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        11/15/2025Listing removed$219,900$227/sqft
        Source: Iowa Realty #718449 Report a problem
        5/19/2025Listed for sale$219,900+24.2%$227/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #718449 Report a problem
        8/7/2023Sold$177,000-4.3%$182/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #670786 Report a problem
        7/6/2023Pending sale$184,900$191/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #670786 Report a problem
        6/30/2023Listed for sale$184,900$191/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #670786 Report a problem
        5/30/2023Pending sale$184,900$191/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #670786 Report a problem
        5/17/2023Price change$184,900-2.6%$191/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #670786 Report a problem
        4/12/2023Listed for sale$189,900-9.6%$196/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #670786 Report a problem
        4/11/2023Listing removed--
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        3/27/2023Listed for sale$210,000+62.8%$216/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        8/2/2019Sold$129,000-2.6%$133/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #584833 Report a problem
        8/2/2019Listed for sale$132,500$137/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX Concepts #584833 Report a problem
        7/15/2019Pending sale$132,500$137/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX Concepts #584833 Report a problem
        6/14/2019Price change$132,500+1.9%$137/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX Concepts #584833 Report a problem
        6/4/2019Listed for sale$130,000+8.3%$134/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        8/14/2018Sold$120,000-4%$124/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #555043 Report a problem
        7/21/2018Pending sale$125,000$129/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #555043 Report a problem
        6/15/2018Listed for sale$125,000$129/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #555043 Report a problem
        6/14/2018Pending sale$125,000$129/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #555043 Report a problem
        5/10/2018Price change$125,000-3.5%$129/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #555043 Report a problem
        5/3/2018Listed for sale$129,500$134/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #555043 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,932 +3.3%$162,900 +5.1%
        2024$1,870 -1.2%$155,000
        2023$1,892 +1.2%$155,000 +20%
        2022$1,870 -4.8%$129,200
        2021$1,964 +1%$129,200 +7.9%
        2020$1,945 +6.1%$119,700 +4.6%
        2019$1,833 +1029.6%$114,400 +7.6%
        2018$162 +1.4%$106,300
        2017$160 --
        2016$160 --
        2015$160 -79.4%$52,922
        2014$778 +2.5%$52,922
        2013$759 +36%--
        2007$558 +3.7%--
        2005$538 --
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 50070

        Getting around

        0 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        25 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • District: West Central Valley

        Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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