1205 Main Avenue, Clear Lake, IA 50428

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1205 Main Avenue,Clear Lake, IA 50428
$215,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,367 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: kristian foddrill
Office: fields and freedom real estate
MLS#:750168
Source:IA_DMAAR

Price summary

  • Price:$215,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$157.28

About this home

CALLING ALL CONTRACTORS & INVESTORS! Your ideal winter project is here—finish the demo/build-out now and have it primed for the lucrative spring and summer market in Clear Lake! Situated in a prime location within easy walking distance to downtown and right along the famous 4th of July parade route, this historic property offers massive potential as a high-yield short-term vacation rental or custom private residence. Much of the heavy lifting is already started: the home is currently ~80% gutted to the studs with newer exterior siding already in place. Historic character remains intact and waiting to be restored, featuring original trim, the original front door, and a beautiful wood banister and staircase. The versatile floor plan offers a spacious 3-season porch, a large kitchen ready for a custom island, a bright formal dining room with a bay window, and a sunlit living room with an oversized picture window. Exceptional convenience rarely seen downtown: extensive off-street...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1900
  • Listing ID #:750168
  • Added:8 day(s) ago
  • Updated:October 07, 2026 at 04:04 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:3
  • Total bathrooms:2
  • Full bathrooms:1
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Dining Description:Dining Area
  • Basement:Yes
  • Basement Description:Unfinished
  • Living area:1,367 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Heating:Forced Air, Gas

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Asphalt, Shingle
  • Year built:1900
  • Building area:1,367 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.19 Acres
  • Construction Materials:Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Description:Stone

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$215,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$157.28
  • Tax amount:$2,039

Parking

  • Parking description:Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:2