1503 Dove Ave, Lester, IA, 51242
About This Home
This 16.88-acre property in Lester, IA, offers the perfect mix of country living and functionality. The 1,232 sq ft home features 2 bedrooms on the main floor along with a full bathroom that conveniently includes laundry. The main level also provides two spacious living rooms and an office, giving you plenty of room to spread out. The basement includes a family room, half bath, and two egress windows, creating the potential for additional bedrooms. An attached heated garage adds year-round convenience, while geothermal heating and central A/C keep the home efficient. Outside, you'll find three outbuildings ideal for storage, hobbies, or shop space, plus nearly 17 acres of open ground offering endless possibilities. With Lester City water, Lyon REC utilities, and a location near town, this acreage is ready to be enjoyed.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction materials: Frame,Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Basement
- Area: 0
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Finished area above ground: 1,232
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Geothermal
- Cooling features: Central
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,232
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 100000100700000
- Lease amount: 0
Lot
- Lot size: 16.88 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
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
- Hail
- Ice Storm
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Drought
- Inland Flooding
- Strong Wind
- Heat Wave
- Lightning
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 | $2,169 | $26,028 |
| Home Insurance * | $358 | $4,296 |
| Property Taxes | $273 | $3,276 |
| Electricity | $121 | $1,452 |
| Total | $2,921 | $35,052 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-15 | Listed for sale | $429,000 |
| 2025-12-11 | Listing removed | $449,900 |
| 2025-10-17 | Price change | $449,900 |
| 2025-09-12 | Listed for sale | $479,000 |
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