9919 Shawondasse Dr, Dubuque, IA, 52003
About This Home
Do you ever wish "home" was a peaceful fairy cottage tucked into your own little slice of nature? Or that you had a place to get away from it all for the weekend, or even longer? Well, let me introduce you to this ADORABLE cottage in Massey Marina! This Property gives you the opportunity to have a great time on the river with friends AND gives you a quiet retreat tucked into the woods close to the end of a private road further up the bluff! A leisurely stroll from the river, a couple minutes drive from The Mines of Spain and the Crystal Lake Caves for beautiful exploration experiences, and still just 10 minutes from downtown Dubuque! This charming cedar cottage offers 1 bedroom, a spacious kitchen, an inviting living room with fireplace, a flexible den, a bright sun room that lets you enjoy nature from inside, and expansive deck overlooking peaceful wooded surroundings. Perfect for a weekend getaway, vacation rental, fishing cabin, or year-round home.A rare opportunity to enjoy nature just outside Dubuque. Every fairy tale needs a cottage in the woods and this one happens to be waiting for you!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
No Nearby Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1960
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Rubber,Wood
- Construction materials: Cedar,Shake Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Refrigerator,Range,Microwave,Washer,Dryer
- Laundry features: Lower Level
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Crawl Space,Full
Bedroom1
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 144 sqft
Bedroom2
- Dimensions: na
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Features
- Window features: Window Treatments
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area above ground: 880
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Other
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 880 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 80 sqft
Living Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 100 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1615227008
- Zoning: R
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
Lot
- Lot size: 5,227 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: .12 acres
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
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Landslide
- 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 | $657 | $7,884 |
| Home Insurance * | $75 | $900 |
| Property Taxes | $124 | $1,488 |
| Electricity | $121 | $1,452 |
| Total | $977 | $11,724 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Iowa FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
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Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-17 | Price change | $125,000 |
| 2026-07-22 | Listed for sale | $130,000 |
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