Lake front property Iowa. Welcome to 125 Whippoorwill Rd in Montezuma, Iowa, where lake life, boating, ATV rides and summer days come together. This 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers over 2300 finished sq. ft. and sits in an amazing family cove with deep water perfect for getting the boats out and enjoying the lake! Inside, you'll love the open kitchen, French doors and large window package bringing in beautiful lake views and natural light. Step outside to a large deck and an amazing screened-in porch made for those peaceful coffee mornings. The covered lower-level deck features an outdoor bar and even more space to entertain. The waterfront setup includes expansive dock space, floating dock, WaveRunner and pontoon lifts, plus a large ShoreStation deck platform. Add in the beach area, firepit and outdoor bar with 25'x25' concrete, and this is Iowa lake living at its best!
Offered for sale, 125 Whippoorwill Road Lake Ponderosa. This lakefront home offers a flat lot in a sought after location with 83.31 feet of lake frontage. This well kept home opens to a great room with the kitchen, dining and living on the main floor. A master bedroom, full bath and laundry room are also on this level. Walk out to a nice deck and screened in room overlooking the lake. In the lower level enjoy the family room, 3 bedrooms and a second full bath. The lower level walks out to a large patio spanning the whole width of the home overlooking the lake. Enjoy the new dock, boat lifts and jet ski lift at the lake.
IAR #5454646
Jan 15, 2015
Sold
$395,000
$336/sq ft
Oct 12, 2014
Listed
$399,900
$340/sq ft
+11
A true gem at 125 Whippoorwill Road Lake Ponderosa! This home has it all finished for you, landscaping, fire pit, stone walls, screened in room, finished walk out basement, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, attached 2 car garage, fireplace, Anderson windows, one owner, 83 ft. of prime lake frontage and more. A must see home that doesn't come along often. Call for a tour.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,274 (−3.6%)
$327,860 + $399,600
$727,460
2024
$6,510 (+8.2%)
$283,340 + $362,440
$645,780
2023
$6,018 (−0.8%)
$283,340 + $362,440
$645,780
2022
$6,066 (+13.6%)
$283,340 + $362,440
$645,780
2021
$5,342 (+1.8%)
$202,380 + $269,580
$471,960
2020
$5,250 (+12.5%)
$202,380 + $269,580
$471,960
2019
$4,668 (+1.3%)
$170,000 + $234,240
$404,240
2018
$4,610 (+12.6%)
$170,000 + $234,240
$404,240
2017
$4,094 (+1.4%)
$141,670 + $206,670
$348,340
2016
$4,036 (+4.5%)
$141,670 + $206,670
$348,340
2015
$3,862 (+11.2%)
$129,530 + $179,920
$309,450
2014
$3,474
$119,410 + $179,920
$299,330
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.27 Acres
Year renovated
2004
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,352
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
2,352
Year built
2004
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Poweshiek County
APN
1197900
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 8, 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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Montezuma, IA • 50171
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.1 hours in
June and 4 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.1 hrs
4 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 125 Whippoorwill Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $348,000 and $1,400,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $348K to $1.4M.