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211 NE 3rd St, Melcher Dallas, IA, 50062

2beds
1baths
1,014sqft
$159,900
$158price/sqft
$1,257/moest. monthly cost
$50,280/yrincome needed

About This Home

Enjoy peaceful small-town living on this quiet Iowa street with a charming 1,014 sq ft home set on a spacious double lot. Relax on the concrete front porch—ideal for warm summer evenings. Inside, an open-concept living room and kitchen create a welcoming space with room for a dining table or breakfast nook. The kitchen offers ample cabinets, two pantries, and all appliances, including laundry units. A flexible non-conforming bedroom/office sits just off the living room, with another bedroom near the kitchen. The full bath and laundry are centrally located, and the primary bedroom features a large closet, carpeting, and a ceiling fan for added comfort. The unfinished basement provides storage and houses a newer furnace and central air. Out back, an impressive 836 sq ft, three-door garage with vinyl siding and dual concrete driveways offers excellent space for vehicles, garden equipment, or a workshop—keeping everything dry and organized year-round. A comfortable, practical home with room to grow—ready for its next chapter. All information obtained from owners and public record.

Getting Around

39
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
36
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

5/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1929

Materials

  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
  • Construction materials: Vinyl Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: MultiFamily
  • Architectural style: Duplex
  • Property subType: Duplex,Multi Family

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dryer,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer
  • Laundry features: Main Level

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Unfinished

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 2

Features

  • Dining Area
  • Flooring: Carpet,Laminate

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Gas,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,014
  • Total interior livable area: 1,014 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 000000267900100
  • Attached to another structure: Yes
  • Zoning: Res

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.33 Acres
  • Lot size dimensions: 100 x 142

Parking

  • Total spaces: 3
  • Parking features: Detached,Garage,Three Car Garage
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 3
  • Covered spaces: 3

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Drought
    DroughtRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Drought
Tornado
Cold Wave
Hail
Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Lightning
Strong Wind
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Iowa Counties

Tornado

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $808$9,696
Home Insurance *$173$2,076
Property Taxes $155$1,860
Electricity $121$1,452
Total$1,257$15,084
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$43,097/yr
40% on housing$37,710/yr
45% on housing$33,520/yr

Iowa FAIR Plan Programs

Iowa FAIR Plan Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
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Current Policies
Residential: 1,021Commercial: 22
Total Premiums$1.14M
Total Exposure$85.68M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 11.9%
11.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 1.9%
1.9%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.3%
1.3%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$158This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 50062
Marion County$208

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 50062$130
Marion County$167

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-02-17Price change$159,900
2026-01-16Listed for sale$164,900
2015-03-03Sold$45,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentArvin Van Waardhuizen
BrokerageIowa Realty Knoxville

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