211 NE 3rd St, Melcher Dallas, IA, 50062
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
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
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
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Iowa Counties
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $808 | $9,696 |
| Home Insurance * | $173 | $2,076 |
| Property Taxes | $155 | $1,860 |
| Electricity | $121 | $1,452 |
| Total | $1,257 | $15,084 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Iowa FAIR Plan Programs
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.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-17 | Price change | $159,900 |
| 2026-01-16 | Listed for sale | $164,900 |
| 2015-03-03 | Sold | $45,000 |
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