2969 Reed Ave, Laurel, IA 50141

Charming 2.36-Acre Country Acreage in Laurel, IA Welcome to 2969 Reed Ave, a private, peaceful country acreage located just outside Laurel, Iowa, within the East Marshall Community School District. Situated on 2.36 open acres, this property offers affordable rural living with remarkably low annual taxes of approximately $1,510. The main floor features a functional 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom layout with solid historic character, built in 1948/1950. Downstairs, the basement provides additional footprint and utility, complete with a shower and already stubbed-in for an extra bathroom. The major mechanical and structural updates have already been handled for you. Recent improvements include a primary metal roof (2018), flat roof and sub-flooring updates (2018), a 1,000-gallon septic system and leach field (2019), LeafGuard gutters (2021), a new double garage door (2023), and a brand-new water heater installed in 2024 with a new expansion tank added this year. For your convenience, the refrigerator, stove, microwave, and dishwasher are all included with the home. Enjoy the quiet pace of country life while staying centrally positioned for commuting: roughly 15 minutes to Marshalltown, 20 minutes to Newton, 25 minutes to Grinnell, and about 45 minutes to the Des Moines metro or Ames. Priced to sell at $214,997, this property presents a fantastic opportunity to own acreage property in Central Iowa. Contact us today to schedule a walkthrough or request the full property disclosure packet.