Lakefront Living at Its Finest – Beautifully Updated Ponderosa Ranch Home! Experience the best of lake life in this stunning lakefront ranch home on the shores of Lake Ponderosa. Featuring over 1,800 sq ft of finished living space, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, charm, and modern updates—including brand-new vinyl siding on both the home and the detached garage for enhanced curb appeal and durability. Step through the back door and be immediately greeted by panoramic views of the peaceful east lake, with your very own 50 feet of private waterfront nestled in a quiet cove. The main level includes a spacious kitchen, dining area, laundry room, full bath, and the primary bedroom—all designed for convenient, one-level living. Head downstairs to the walkout basement, where you’ll find a cozy second living area with a wood-burning fireplace, two additional bedrooms, and a 3/4 bath—perfect for hosting guests or enjoying extra privacy. Step out onto the large screened-in patio to take in breathtaking views of the lake, rain or shine. In addition to the 2-car detached garage, there's a bonus under-garage space, ideal for a workshop, man cave, or extra storage for all your lake toys. Unwind around the brick firepit, fish off the floating dock, or lower your boat with the covered electric lift and head out for a day of boating, fishing, swimming, or simply floating in the sun. Lake Ponderosa is a 400-acre private lake community, located just over an
Active
$634,900
207 Cottage Ln, Montezuma, IA 50171
3beds
1,862sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1970
7,405.2 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$341/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Floating dockLakefront ranch homeLarge screened-in patioBrand-new vinyl sidingWalkout basementCovered electric liftWood-burning fireplace
- 188 days |
- 308 |
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 22, 2025 at 06:01pm
Listed by:
Shane Torres 515-984-0222,
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Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6328490
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Trim: Oak
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,862 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 864
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Body of water: Lake Ponderosa
Lot
- Size: 7,405.2 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 1945500
- Zoning: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1970
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Shared System
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- HOA name: MIR
Location
- Region: Montezuma
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $341/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $491,400
- Annual tax amount: $4,954
- Date on market: 6/10/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 187 days
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/31/2025 | Price change | $634,900-2.3%$341/sqft |
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| 7/16/2025 | Price change | $649,900-1.5%$349/sqft |
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| 6/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $659,900+14.8%$354/sqft |
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| 10/25/2022 | Sold | $575,000-2.4%$309/sqft |
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| 9/19/2022 | Pending sale | $589,000$316/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,954 +14.4% | $491,400 |
| 2023 | $4,332 -0.8% | $491,400 +36.5% |
| 2022 | $4,366 +16.1% | $360,100 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,361/mo
Principal & interest
$2462
Property taxes
$677
Home insurance
$222
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 50171
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Montezuma Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.4 mi
- 6/10Montezuma Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- 7/10Montezuma High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
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