Are you seeking a stunning lakefront retreat on Rathbun Lake in the private Indian Ridge community? This charming home offers breathtaking views, spacious living, and endless relaxation opportunities. It features a well-equipped kitchen with ample storage, three large bedrooms with generous closets, and 1.5 bathrooms. There are two inviting living areas, perfect for family gatherings, along with a detached garage and carport. The expansive back deck is ideal for entertaining or enjoying panoramic lake views, enhanced by large windows along the east side that frame the scenery beautifully. Situated on a shaded yard with mature trees, the property includes two parking areas and a walkout basement leading to a back patio, perfect for lakeside relaxation. A short drive from the home, an additional large lot boasts a 36’x40’ pole building—great for storage, a workshop, or guest space with utility hookups. The home is fully furnished, including a golf cart and fishing boat, allowing you to move right in and start living your lakefront dream. Designed for a peaceful, owner-occupied environment, the subdivision fosters a welcoming community without rental properties. This is an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking a well-maintained, serene Rathbun Lake home with stunning views and amenities. Contact me to schedule your private tour!
Sold
$214,900
1097 250th St, Melrose, IA 52569
3beds
1,874sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1980
0.61 Acres Lot
$214,600 Zestimate®
$115/sqft
$1,271 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 29, 2025 at 06:01pm
Listed by:
Olivia Teno 641-777-1345,
Hawkeye Farm Mgmt & Real Estat
Bought with:
Outside Agent-SEIA Outside Agent-SEIA, ***
Outside Office
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6329160
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 2
- Level: Lower
Bedroom 3
- Level: Lower
Other
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Description: Breakfast Bar,Eat In Kitchen,Kitchen/Dining Room
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Lower
Family room
- Description: Lower Level
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Level: Upper
Living room
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
Features
- Basement: Finished,Full,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: 0
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,874 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,874
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Carport, Gravel
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has carport: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: East, Lake, Panoramic
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: East,Lake,Panoramic
- Waterfront features: Waterfront Present, Road Between Waterfront And Home
- Body of water: Rathbun Reservoir
Lot
- Size: 0.61 Acres
- Dimensions: 0.61 +/- Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Irregular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 002040F01400100
- Zoning: Residential-Single Family
- Other equipment: Fuel Tank - Rented
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Split Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1980
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Shared Septic
- Water: Rural/Municipality, Shared System
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Melrose
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: Sewer, Shared Amenities, Water
- Association name: SEIA
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Unimproved