c.1917 Beautiful Iowa Move-In Ready Foursquare For Sale Under $148K
$147,500
Built in 1917, this Iowa Move-in ready foursquare features a unique front porch, two-car garage and a half-acre corner lot in a pleasant neighborhood. Inside the 2,628-sf home we find hardwood floors, unpainted woodwork, built-ins, formal dining room, family room and spacious kitchen as well as three bedrooms and 1.5 baths.
Realtor Comments
Amazing! 1st opportunity in over 20 years to purchase this property that comes with over a 1/2 acre on 2 lots! This charming home has a peaceful front porch + original oak quarter sewn floors + over 2600 sqft + LARGE Bedrooms (hard to find) + attached double car garage + breezeway/man cave/bonus room + home office (possible 4th bedroom) on the main! The large living room (half the length of the house) is separated from the dining room by the original oak columned room divider. The kitchen is also large and eat-in too! There is even a balcony on the 2nd level between the primary bedroom and walk up attic if you need even more room! New roof and gutters. Garage 30 x 28.
- 3bed
- 1.5bath
- Circa 1917
303 S 3rd St, Mallard, IA 50562
If interested in a property, please contact the realtor whose link is provided in the post below, or contact an agent of your own choosing. Independent verification of details and status is recommended.
Contact Realtor: Dana Reinders
Location of This Iowa Move-In Ready Foursquare
Pros and Cons of Living in Mallard (pop. 255) , Iowa
Pros
- Small-town charm with a close-knit community (population around 270)
- Very low cost of living compared to national averages
- Affordable housing prices
- Low crime rates
- Minimal traffic and congestion
- Clean air and peaceful rural environment
- Strong sense of community and neighborly support
- Short commute times to nearby towns
- Access to outdoor activities like fishing, hunting, and hiking
- Lower property taxes compared to more populated areas
Cons
- Extremely limited job opportunities within Mallard itself
- Few local amenities (grocery stores, restaurants, shopping)
- Need to travel to larger towns for most services and healthcare
- Limited entertainment and cultural activities
- Lack of public transportation
- Limited educational facilities (need to commute for schools)
- Harsh winter weather with potential for isolation during storms
- Limited housing inventory and styles
- Distance from major airports and metropolitan areas
- Few options for dining out or socializing
