2493 River Rd, Decorah, IA, 52101
About This Home
Accepted offer - but looking for back-up offers! Immaculate Home with Incredible Heated Garage on Nearly ½ Acre! This exceptionally clean 3-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on an almost ½-acre lot in a desirable location near the Upper Iowa River and bike path in Freeport. A major home renovation in 2010 included new vinyl siding, windows, kitchen, utilities, bathroom/laundry room. The cozy living room is the perfect place to relax by the fireplace. The standout feature is the impressive 2,500 sq. ft. garage/shop, built in 2013. It includes in-floor heat, air conditioning, a full kitchen, half bath, floor drain, and a second story that could serve as a bedroom (would need a window), plus a third-story storage area. Whether you're looking for space for a home business, workshop, or all your hobbies, this garage offers endless possibilities. Outside, enjoy mature shade trees, a dedicated garden space, and plenty of room to spread out. A rare opportunity to own a beautifully maintained property with exceptional indoor and outdoor space! Bonus - the seller is offering $10,000 back at closing toward new shingles for the house. Call your agent today to take a closer look at this property!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Materials
- Roof: Shingle,Asphalt
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Microwave,Free-Standing Range,Refrigerator,Water Softener Owned
- Laundry features: 1st Floor,Washer Hookup
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Stone/Rock
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Fireplace features: One,Electric,Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 1,372 sqft
Other
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Lower
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 111330700600
- Zoning: R-2
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Garden
Lot
- Lot size: 0.46 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot
- Lot size dimensions: 200' x 100'
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: 3 or More Stalls,Detached Garage,Garage Door Opener,Heated Garage,Oversized,Workshop in Garage
- Covered spaces: 3
- Carport 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
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Inland Flooding
- Winter Weather
- Heat Wave
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- 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 | $1,769 | $21,228 |
| Home Insurance * | $228 | $2,736 |
| Property Taxes | $300 | $3,600 |
| Electricity | $121 | $1,452 |
| Total | $2,418 | $29,016 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Iowa FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-06 | Pending sale | $349,900 |
| 2026-07-27 | Listed for sale | $349,900 |
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