DON'T MISS OUT on this East Lake Okoboji property being offered $125,000 UNDER THE CURRENT ASSESSED VALUE! 870 252nd Avenue offers a rare opportunity to own 75 FEET of desirable shoreline with flexibility for both immediate enjoyment and future upside. This fully furnished, move-in ready lake home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, making it well-suited for personal use, investors or short-term rental income. The home is being offered turn-key (dock & hoist included), has been recently updated, and has a newer roof. The garage features an epoxy floor and additional hang-out space that adds value and functionality for guests or owners alike. With its prime East Lake location and generous frontage, this property also presents excellent building potential for those looking to create a custom lakefront retreat in the future. Whether you’re investing, vacationing, or planning your long-term vision, this is a standout East Lake opportunity.
For sale
$749,000
870 252nd Ave, Orleans, IA 51360
3beds
1,678sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
0.3 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$446/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Recently updatedGenerous frontageNewer roof
- 7 days
- 906
- 34
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Brandon Visser PRIM:712-578-9264,
Keller Williams Okoboji
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR,MLS#: 261053
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Wall Unit(s), Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Range/Stove, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Main Floor Bedrooms
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,678
- Total interior livable area: 1,678 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,678
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Boat Slip, Dock
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Lake
- Body of water: East Okoboji Lake
- Frontage length: Waterfront Frontage: 75
Lot
- Size: 0.3 Acres
- Dimensions: 75 x 175
Details
- Parcel number: 0334351012
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Stick Built
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Private
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: IA
Location
- Region: Orleans
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $446/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $873,500
- Annual tax amount: $7,132
- Date on market: 8/24/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $749,000$446/sqft |
Source:  Iowa Great Lakes BOR #261053 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2026 | Listing removed | $749,000$446/sqft |
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #251656 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2026 | Price change | $749,000-6.3%$446/sqft |
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #251656 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2026 | Price change | $799,000-3.6%$476/sqft |
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #251656 Report a problem | ||
| 1/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $829,000+178.2%$494/sqft |
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #251656 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2005 | Sold | $298,000$178/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,486 -3.2% | $873,500 +35% |
| 2024 | $5,666 +15.9% | $647,200 |
| 2023 | $4,888 +5.6% | $647,200 +37.9% |
| 2022 | $4,630 +3.5% | $469,200 |
| 2021 | $4,474 +2.2% | $469,200 +9.2% |
| 2020 | $4,378 -11.5% | $429,500 |
| 2019 | $4,946 +2.8% | $429,500 -9% |
| 2018 | $4,809 -1% | $472,100 |
| 2017 | $4,856 +1% | $472,100 +4.9% |
| 2016 | $4,810 +6.1% | $450,000 |
| 2015 | $4,534 +1.1% | $450,000 +5.6% |
| 2014 | $4,484 +4.5% | $426,000 |
| 2013 | $4,292 | $426,000 |
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Neighborhood: 51360
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Spirit Lake
Source: Iowa Great Lakes 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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