Experience the charm of country living with the convenience of a hard-surfaced road at this beautifully remodeled two-story home situated on 2.73 acres. Originally built in 1900, this property combines timeless character with modern updates, offering comfortable living space and exceptional outbuildings for hobbies, storage, livestock, or equipment. The home features 3 bedrooms, 2 three-quarter bathrooms, and 1 half bath, providing ample space for family and guests. Enjoy the convenience of main-floor laundry and a thoughtfully updated interior that blends historic charm with modern functionality. Outside, you'll find an impressive collection of outbuildings, including a 24' x 26' detached garage, a substantial 46' x 46' barn, and a 40' x 60' machine shed, making this property ideal for those seeking room for projects, recreational vehicles, agricultural use, or additional storage. Surrounded by open country views, this acreage offers the peaceful rural lifestyle you've been looking for while maintaining easy access via a hard-surface road. Whether you're looking for a hobby farm, extra space for equipment, or simply a place to enjoy the beauty of Northeast Iowa, this property offers a rare combination of comfortable living and versatile outbuildings. Don't miss this opportunity to own a well-maintained acreage with room to live, work, and play in the heart of rural Iowa.
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
2.73 acresLot Size
$171Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Jason Boyd• Cedar Valley Property Solutions- Charles City
Fantastic acreage located on a hard surface road situated on 2.73 acres!! Huge barn (46x46) and Pole building (40x60). 2 stall detached garage and also single detached garage. House has updated siding, windows and roof. Interior features updated kitchen, main floor bedroom, Living room with french door to deck. Upstairs features 3 bedrooms. New Septic will be installed at sellers expense. New concrete steps on west side of house. $5,000 flooring and paint allowance with accepted offer
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,132 (+6.2%)
$44,000 + $172,220
$216,220
2024
$2,008 (+6.5%)
$44,000 + $172,220
$216,220
2023
$1,886 (+30.8%)
$39,620 + $134,960
$174,580
2022
$1,442 (+1.0%)
$31,650 + $106,970
$138,620
2021
$1,428 (+0.6%)
$31,650 + $106,970
$138,620
2020
$1,420 (+12.5%)
$2,520 + $91,450
$93,970
2019
$1,262 (+7.9%)
$2,520 + $91,450
$93,970
2018
$1,170 (+3.7%)
$3,530 + $88,650
$92,180
2017
$1,128 (+1.3%)
$3,530 + $88,650
$92,180
2015
$1,114 (+2.0%)
$3,970 + $84,208
$88,178
2014
$1,092
$6,530 + $84,744
$91,274
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
2.73 Acres
Year renovated
1900
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,612
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,612
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Buchanan County
APN
03.01.400.006
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Aurora, IA • 50607
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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78
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67
45
46
31
31
16
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11 hrs
6.7 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 1097 Slater Ave
$266,150
$8,850 under list price of $275K
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