1040 Forest Ave, Fort Dodge, IA, 50501
About This Home
Discover luxury living in Fort Dodge, Iowa, with this stunning new build nestled in a serene wooded area. Spanning 4576 sq ft, this modern masterpiece boasts 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, and is designed with an open concept to enhance the flow of natural light. Every inch exudes contemporary elegance, from the sleek finishes to the state-of-the-art kitchen. The expansive living area, perfect for entertaining, seamlessly connects to the outdoors, inviting nature inside. Experience the perfect blend of sophistication and tranquility in this exquisite home. contact Todd McCubbin today for a private showing.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Minimal Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Materials
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction materials: Stone,Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Built-in Microwave,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Washer
- Laundry features: Main Level
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished,Full
Bathroom1
- Level: Main
Bathroom2
- Level: Main
Bathroom3
- Level: Main
Bedroom1
- Level: Main
- Area: 196
Bedroom2
- Level: Main
- Area: 130
Bedroom3
- Level: Main
- Area: 120
Bedroom4
- Level: Lower
- Area: 200
Bedroom5
- Level: Lower
- Area: 160
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Dining Room
- Level: Main
Family Room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 312.5
Features
- Great Room,Kitchen Island,Master Suite,Newer Flooring,Updated Bath,Updated Kitchen,Wet Bar
- Window features: Replacement Windows
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Fireplace features: None
Heating
- Heating features: Forced Air,Radiant
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,952
- Total interior livable area: 1,952 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Level: Main
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Interior Handicap Access,Exterior Handicap Access
Details
- Parcel number: 0717358007
- Zoning description: Residential
Lot
- Lot size: 0.39 Acres
- Features: Wooded
- Lot size dimensions: 130.00 x 130.00
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved Driveway
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
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
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
- Hail
- Strong Wind
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 | $3,513 | $42,156 |
| Home Insurance * | $1,555 | $18,660 |
| Property Taxes | $1,168 | $14,016 |
| Electricity | $145 | $1,747 |
| Total | $6,381 | $76,572 |
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
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
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)
No zestimate history available
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-09 | Price change | $724,900 |
| 2026-02-09 | Price change | $755,000 |
| 2026-01-20 | Price change | $765,000 |
| 2025-09-29 | Price change | $775,000 |
| 2025-06-27 | Price change | $795,000 |
| 2025-06-19 | Price change | $824,900 |
| 2025-05-10 | Price change | $875,700 |
| 2025-02-05 | Price change | $895,700 |
| 2024-12-19 | Price change | $949,900 |
| 2024-06-25 | Price change | $995,000 |
| 2024-02-06 | Listed for sale | $1,099,000 |
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