For sale

$70,000

1507 Center St, Ruthven, IA 51358

2beds

864sqft

Est.:

Single Family Residence

Built in 1914

4,791.6 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$81/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Simple layoutMain-level living

So Much Potential - This 2-bedroom, 1-bath, one-story home in Ruthven offers a simple layout and an opportunity for someone ready to add value over time. The main-level living provides a straightforward floor plan with room for updates and personal touches. While the home does need some care, it presents honest potential for the right buyer. Whether you’re seeking an affordable place to start, a project to build equity, or a property to improve in your spare time. Located just minutes from Lost Island Lake and with an easy commute to Emmetsburg or Spencer, this property may also appeal to investors exploring long-term rental or short-term lodging possibilities in a popular lake-area community.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Bedroom 1

Level: Main

Bedroom 2

Level: Main

Bathroom 1

Level: Main

Dining room

Level: Main

Kitchen

Level: Main

Living room

Level: Main

Heating

Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dryer, Microwave, Range/Stove, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater

Features

Main Floor Bedrooms
Basement: Unfinished,Block,Concrete,Crawl Space,Partial

Interior area

Total structure area: 864
Total interior livable area: 864 sqft
Finished area above ground: 864
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Gravel, Detached
Garage spaces: 2
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Patio & porch: Deck

Lot

Size: 4,791.6 Square Feet
Dimensions: 44 x 112
Features: Corner Lot

Details

Parcel number: 680002034080

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Steel Siding, Vinyl Siding, Frame/Wood
Roof: Asphalt

Condition

Fixer
New construction: No
Year built: 1914

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: IA

Location

Region: Ruthven

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $81/sqft
Tax assessed value: $53,620
Annual tax amount: $444
Date on market: 2/10/2026

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
2/10/2026	Listed for sale	$70,000+67.1%$81/sqft
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #251699 Report a problem
9/27/2014	Listing removed	$41,900$48/sqft
Source: Hometown Realty #12364 Report a problem
8/22/2014	Listed for sale	$41,900+10.3%$48/sqft
Source: Hometown Realty #12364 Report a problem
10/3/2011	Sold	$38,000$44/sqft
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$612 +4.9%	$53,620 +17.1%
2024	$583 -19.1%	$45,800
2023	$721 +2%	$45,800 +11.8%
2022	$707 +28.6%	$40,970
2021	$550 -2.5%	$40,970 +21.9%
2020	$564 -5.4%	$33,610
2019	$596 +2.1%	$33,610 -7.6%
2018	$584	$36,370 +15.8%
2017	$584 -3.6%	$31,420
2016	$606	$31,420 +85.4%
2015	$606 +256.5%	$16,950
2014	$170 -29.2%	$16,950
2013	$240 -39.4%	--
2012	$396 +90.4%	--
2007	$208 +6.1%	--
2005	$196	--

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BuyAbility℠ payment

Est. payment

$433/mo

Principal & interest

$361

Property taxes

$72

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: 51358

Getting around

31 / 100

Car-Dependent

34 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

1/10
Ruthven-Ayrshire Elementary School
Grades: PK-6Distance: 0.1 mi
7/10
Ruthven-Ayrshire High School
Grades: 7-12Distance: 0.1 mi

Schools provided by the listing agent

District: Ruthven-Ayrshire

Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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