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Address
247 560th St., Marcus, IA
Price
$ 370,000
Property Attributes
  • MLS#834199
  • TypeSingle Family
  • Listing Status Active
  • CountyCHEROKEE
  • CityMarcus
  • AreaSurrounding Areas-Other Areas
  • Zip51035
  • Style2 Story
  • Year Built1900
  • Taxes$ 2382
  • Price$ 370,000
  • Bedrooms5
  • Full Bathrooms1
  • Half Bathrooms0
  • Sqr Footage2648
  • Lot Size5.95 Acres
Data Source:
Northwest Iowa Board of REALTORS®
Property Description

COUNTRY LIVING AT ITS BEST! 5.95 ACRES, 5 BEDROOM HOME This property offers an exceptional combination of a spacious 5-bedroom home, numerous updates, multiple outbuildings, and beautiful rural views. Whether you're looking for a home, hobby farm, storage space, or a property with agricultural possibilities, this one has plenty to offer! Step inside to find a welcoming home with newly renovated living room, dining room, and front entry areas, creating a fresh and inviting atmosphere. The main floor offers 2 bedrooms, laundry and a full bathroom featuring a walk-in sit-down tub/shower. The comfortable eat-in kitchen includes a small island, providing additional workspace while keeping the kitchen functional and inviting. NEW ROOF installed in 2025. The property also features an attached 2-car garage plus an additional single garage. The extra garage provides excellent space for storage, projects, tools, or equipment — and the tools currently inside will stay with the property! The outdoor amenities will impress! The property includes an outstanding collection of agricultural and storage buildings, including a 50,000-bushel Sioux grain bin installed in 2019, machine shed, lean-to silo house, 2 smaller grain bins, concrete silo, and a spacious 48' x 52' barn. A propane tank also included was filled in August 2026. Approximately 3 acres are currently planted to soybeans, with the existing tenant responsible for harvesting the current crop. Sale from the Estate is exempt from the time-of-transfer inspection requirement so no inspection will be done. A 50' easement on south end of driveway for tenant to the West has been given. Enjoy the privacy of country living, quiet nights, beautiful views, plenty of room to roam, incredible storage and agricultural potential. With a spacious home and an impressive array of outbuildings, this property offers a rare opportunity to have the space and flexibility you've been looking for.

Elementary School Middle School High School
Marcus-Meriden-Cleghorn-Remsen Union Elementary School Marcus-Meriden-Cleghorn-Remsen Union Middle School Marcus-Meriden-Cleghorn-Remsen Union High School
Price History
8/12/2026 Listed $370,000

General Features

Water Type Rural Water
Possession Close
Roof Shingle
Zoning Agricultur
Number of Garage Spaces 3
Status Active
Style 2 Story
County Cherokee
Type Residential
Ownership Single Family
Tax Year 2025
Parcel Number 0908300009
Contingency Type None
Status Active
Subdivision IA
Sale/Rent For Sale
Lot Sqft 259,182 SF
Included Washer,Dryer,Stove,Fridge,Microwave,All tools in the 2nd garage
Area Surrounding Areas/Other Areas
New Construction? No
Primary City Marcus
Year Built 1900
City Marcus
Property Class Residential
Legal Description 8-91-42 Brief Legal Description PAR G S1/2 SW 2040B
Agent First Name Laura
Agent Last Name Letsche
DOM 45
Postal Code 51035
Price Per Sq Ft Total AG 139.73
Acceptable Financing Cash,Conventional,Farmers Home Admin,FHA

Interior Features

Basement Unfinished
Water Softener None
Heat Type Forced Air
Fuel Type Propane
Total Baths 1

Exterior Features

Sewer Type Septic
Exterior Hardboard,Vinyl
Garage Type Attached,Detached
Driveway Crushed Rock
Lot Size Area 5.95

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Property vs Single Family Average in 51035

Price
AVG $310K
$370K
Taxes
AVG $2,743
$2,382
Year Built
AVG 1925
1900