Experience the best of country living just minutes from Decorah! Situated on 5 acres m/l, this exceptional property combines a beautiful 2-bedroom home, with options for additional bedrooms, 3-bath home, a charming and historic stone guest house, impressive outbuildings, and panoramic views of the Upper Iowa River Valley. The main home sits stately overlooking the valley, with beautiful hardwood floors extending throughout most of the main level, adding warmth and timeless character to the home. The spacious living room featuring a vaulted ceiling, and expansive picture windows that showcase the beautiful countryside. The primary suite offers a relaxing retreat with a large private bath featuring a dual-sink vanity, separate jetted tub, walk-in shower plus a walk-in closet. A newer addition (2011) brings a bright, welcoming kitchen and dining area with abundant cabinetry, sit-up counter, and a thoughtfully designed layout ideal for everyday living and entertaining. A separate formal dining room, home office, second bedroom, and additional full bath complete the main level. The walkout lower level provides even more living space with a comfortable family room, bathroom, laundry area, additional cabinetry, and plenty of storage, with direct access to the front yard. Outdoors, a large private, backyard deck and the spacious backyard, offering the perfect place to relax, entertain, and enjoy the peaceful country setting. Adding incredible character and versatility is the property's historic stone house, built in 1856 and being sold furnished. Beautifully preserved while thoughtfully transformed into a comfortable guest house, it features an open living room and kitchen, bathroom with shower, in-floor heat, and a charming spiral staircase leading to two generously sized bedrooms. It's an ideal space for visiting family and friends or offers exciting potential as an investment rental. There's plenty of room for hobbies, equipment, storage, and all the extras with a 36' x 24' detached garage with workshop and a 36' x 48' shed—perfect for a workshop, recreational equipment, "toys," a man shed, or simply enjoying your favorite tinkering pastime. Outdoor recreation is right at your doorstep, with nearby access to the Upper Iowa River for kayaking, fishing, floating, and endless river adventures. Bike into Decorah or enjoy being just minutes from Highway 52, Luther College, the public swimming pool, local breweries, restaurants, shopping, and vibrant downtown Decorah. Explore nearby Malanaphy Springs or take a short drive to the scenic Upper Iowa River bluffs near Bluffton. Country privacy, panoramic valley views, historic character, abundant space, and all the conveniences and recreation of Decorah just minutes away—2166 Pole Line Road truly offers the best of both worlds. You might even float down the Upper Iowa River to your new home!
For sale
$749,900
2166 Pole Line Rd, Decorah, IA 52101
2beds
2,566sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
4.93 Acres Lot
$689,400 Zestimate®
$292/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Separate formal dining roomLaundry areaHome officeWalk-in closetPanoramic valley viewsSit-up counterVaulted ceiling
- 35 days
- 885
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Joan M Rollins 563-380-5364,
AJ Realty, Inc
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 20264578
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: 1st Floor Entry, Dining Room Separate, Library/Office, Primary Bedroom En Suite, Primary Bedroom w/ Closet, Lwr Level Family Room, Living Room Separate
Other
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Steam
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Water Softener Rented
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Lower Level
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Fiber Optic
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Doors: French Doors, Pocket Doors
- Basement: Block,Concrete,Crawl Space,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Floor Drain,Walk-Out Access,Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: One, Gas, Living Room
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,566 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 625
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Workshop in Garage
- Carport spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck-Multi-Level
- Exterior features: Garden
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Valley
Lot
- Size: 4.93 Acres
- Features: Landscaped, Secluded, Sloped, Wooded, Hunting on or Near, School Bus Service
Details
- Additional structures: Storage, Multiple Houses, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 110720200600
- Zoning: R-2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar
- Roof: Shingle,Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private Well
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Decorah
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $292/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $408,870
- Annual tax amount: $4,286
- Date on market: 9/22/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 36 days
- Road surface type: Other, Hard Surface Road
Estimated market value
$689,400
$655,000 - $724,000
$2,181/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $749,900$292/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,122 | $408,870 +11.4% |
| 2024 | -- | $366,960 +0.3% |
| 2023 | $4,032 +8.2% | $365,760 +15.8% |
| 2022 | $3,728 +2.8% | $315,780 +5.3% |
| 2021 | $3,628 +1.6% | $299,930 +6.2% |
| 2020 | $3,570 -1.4% | $282,450 |
| 2019 | $3,622 +10% | $282,450 |
| 2018 | $3,292 -11.5% | $282,450 +17.4% |
| 2017 | $3,718 +14.2% | $240,500 |
| 2016 | $3,256 +2.9% | $240,500 +4.3% |
| 2015 | $3,164 | $230,560 |
| 2014 | $3,164 +8.3% | $230,560 |
| 2013 | $2,922 +0.8% | -- |
| 2011 | $2,900 +7.2% | -- |
| 2010 | $2,704 +9.2% | -- |
| 2009 | $2,476 +10.1% | -- |
| 2008 | $2,248 +4.7% | -- |
| 2007 | $2,148 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 52101
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Decorah Community Schools
- Middle: Decorah Community Schools
- High: Decorah Community Schools
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.




