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Address
196 Lakeview Drive, Melrose, IA
Price
$ 345,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#6336555
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyAPPANOOSE
- CityMelrose
- AreaAppanoose
- NeighborhoodWIND-N-WAVES EST 2ND
- Zip52569
- Style
- Year Built1972
- Taxes$ 1574
- Price$ 345,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms3
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage3088
- Lot Size6 Acres
Data Source:
Iowa Association of REALTORS®
Property Description
MOTIVATED SELLERS! This one-of-a-kind double A-frame home overlooking Rathbun Lake located in the Wind-n-Waves subdivision is ready for your touch! This 3 bed/3 bath home has plenty of open space for entertaining and the finished basement features a large bedroom, bath, laundry and sauna. There are large cedar-lined closets throughout, a walk-in pantry and small utility room right off the kitchen, as well as a wood-burning fireplace. Decks on both levels of the home make for beautiful views of the surrounding area and even a peek at Rathbun Lake!! The 36 x 45 oversized garage with a 12 foot door is wired for 220v, has a loft for storage, water, and is large enough to accommodate an RV/camper in addition to all your other toys and tools. There is also a 22 x 24 garage with a wood closet closer to the home for parking and storage as well as a partially fenced in yard! This property is backed up by a whole house 20KW generator with automatic transfer switch covering the whole home and both garages. The home has 4 fruit trees, a grape arbor, and the Purple Martin houses come with spring/summer inhabitants for those bird lovers out there!
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 3/23/2026 | Listed $405,000 |
| 6/13/2026 | 3$395,000 |
| 8/9/2026 | 3$385,000 |
| 9/14/2026 | 11$345,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Private Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Forced Air |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| HOA Fee | 500 |
| Garage Spaces | 5 |
| Association Fee Includes | Trash,Other |
| Construction Materials | Metal Siding,Vinyl Siding |
| Year Built | 1972 |
| Levels | One and One Half |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Accessibility | Stair Chair Lift |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Annually |
| County | Appanoose |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Contingency | None |
| Subdivision Name | WIND-N-WAVES EST 2ND |
| Other Structures | Garage(s) |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Take J18 headed east from Moravia past Honey Creek and through Iconium. As you enter Wind-n-Waves subdivision go to the left and follow the road around,it will lead you right to the house. |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 261360 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 1574 |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| PostalCity | Melrose |
| Legal Description | LOT 9 BLK 6 WIND-N- WAVES EST 2ND DEV SUB DIV OF W 1/2 NW FRAC QTR |
| AttributionContact | Office: 641-856-9350 |
Interior Features
| Basement | Finished,Drain Tiled,Sump Pump |
|---|---|
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 768 |
| Total Baths | 3 |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Detached Garage,Concrete,RV Access/Parking |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Rural/Municipality |
| Lot Dimensions | 120172002580000=.3 acres or 13,068sqft 120172010260000=.27 acres or 11761sqft |
| Lot Size Acres | 6 |
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
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