1870 170th St, West Liberty, IA, 52776
About This Home
Feel like you are walking onto the set of the TV show, "The Madison." Escape to tranquil country living on this charming acreage with beautiful three acre pond just outside of W Liberty. Situated on approximately 37.9 acres M/L, this property offers endless possibilities—from hobby farming, recreation or your own private retreat. This 3BR, 1BA home offers a solid foundation ready for your personal touch. Bedrooms have been modified to offer a primary suite, one add'l bedroom & bath. It could easily be converted back to 3BR, 1BA. New high quality roof, siding, windows & exterior doors on house & garage. New stamped concrete & decks. Garage wired for electricity. Pole barn w/concrete floor (24'x48') and 16'x20' shed. The home will need to be finished before living in it. The opportunity here is undeniable. The expansive acreage provides wide-open views, pond stocked w/bass, bluegill and catfish. Land is in CRP w/approximately $4K annual income. This is the kind of space that’s getting harder to find, being close to town. Sandpoint well- 150' deep. Flood insurance required. Approximately $800 annually. The Cedar Bottom Wildlife Refuge runs adjacent to land. Fish right on the pond steps from the house just like on "The Madison". This property is for buyers dreaming of a peaceful lifestyle, yet convenient to amenities.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1975
Materials
- Construction materials: Cement Board,Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Acreage,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: None
- Laundry features: Main Level,Laundry Room
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Block,Full,Unfinished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Other,Primary On Main Level
- Window features: Storm Window(s)
- Fireplace features: None
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,248
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Propane
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,248
- Total interior livable area: 1,248 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 0709200003
- Zoning: Ag Dwelling
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck,Front Porch
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Pond
Lot
- Lot size: 37.92 Acres
- Features: Over Five Acres,Level,Open Lot,Back Yard,Waterfront,Wooded
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: 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
- Strong Wind
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Drought
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 | $2,224 | $26,688 |
| Home Insurance * | $365 | $4,380 |
| Property Taxes | $385 | $4,620 |
| Electricity | $121 | $1,452 |
| Total | $3,095 | $37,140 |
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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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)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-04 | Listed for sale | $450,000 |
| 2024-04-05 | Sold | $350,000 |
| 2024-02-26 | Pending sale | $369,000 |
| 2024-02-14 | Listed for sale | $369,000 |
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