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#719599, Ryan Rivera, Listing office: Zealty Home Advisors
$219,900 List price
8117 Hickory St Dexter, IA 50070
$2,611
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2 beds
1 full
480 sqft
$458 / sqft
House
Property details
About 8117 Hickory St
Welcome to your retreat at Diamondhead Lake. This charming 2-bed, 2-bath lake cottage features everything you need to live your best life at the lake! Tucked just around the corner from the beach & boat launch, this walkout ranch offers the perfect blend of convenience and privacy. Nestled among mature trees, the home features a private, fenced backyard & spacious wrap around deck providing seasonal views of the lake ideal for relaxing & entertaining. Step inside to find a bright and inviting layout with updates throughout. Kitchen features white cabinetry and SS appliances. Main floor bedroom and full bath. Downstairs, the finished, walkout basement offers additional living space - ideal for family room or game room, additional bedroom for guest suite or bunk room, & 3/4 bath & laundry! Detached garage prefect for storing all your lake gear. Enjoy all the lake amenities from boating & fishing to ATV trails, disc golf, hiking & more! Located just 30 minutes west of Grand Prairie Pkwy, this property offers the ideal getaway or full time residence. Whether you're looking for tranquility, outdoor adventure, or a welcoming lakeside community, this home checks all the boxes. All information obtained from seller and public record.
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingElectric, Other
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size480 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1964
ParkingDetached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #718449
Garage1 space
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet
- Interior: Dining Area
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Exterior: Deck, Fully Fenced
- Architectural Style: Ranch, Traditional
- Heating: Electric, Other
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $219,900
- Price/SqFt: $458
- HOA Amount: $111 Monthly
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,870
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: From Diamondhead Dr. turn W onto Oak Ridge Dr. Follow Oak Ridge Dr. to Hickory St, home is on the corner; East of Oak ridge D & North of Hickory St.
- Year Built: 1964
- Living Area: 480 SqFt
- MLS Number: 718449
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Iowa Realty Waukee
- Office Phone: (515) 453-6700
- Listing Agent: Jessica Coil
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 08, 2023 | Home Sold | $177,000 |
| Aug 07, 2019 | Home Sold | $129,000 |
| Aug 23, 2018 | Home Sold | $120,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $155,000 | $1,870 |
| 2023 | $155,000 | $1,892 |
| 2022 | $129,200 | $1,870 |
| 2021 | $129,200 | $1,964 |
| 2020 | $119,700 | $1,945 |
| 2019 | $- | $1,832 |
| 2017 | $- | $160 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Dexter Elementary School
Public District PK-5
3.0 mi
•803 Washington St
7
Earlham Elementary
Public District PK-6
8.3 mi
•535 N Chestnut Ave
7
Panorama Elementary
Public District PK-5
11.4 mi
•401 Panther Dr
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $55,556. The majority of Dexter, IA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
23%
<35k
65%
35k-100k
12%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
27%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
46%
Married, No Kids
23%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
16%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
14%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
15%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
NASCAR
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dick's Sporting Goods
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Dillards
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Texas Roadhouse
Jimmy Johns
Cracker Barrel
What do the neighbors drive?
Subaru
Chevrolet
Cadillac
What do the neighbors listen to?
New Country
News/Talk/Information
Classic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 8117 Hickory St
The listing price of 8117 Hickory St property is $219,900.
The property 8117 Hickory St is a house located in Dexter, Iowa, 50070.
Active Listing: 8117 Hickory St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 8117 Hickory St are: Dexter Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Earlham Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Panorama Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), West Central Valley Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Earlham Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Panorama Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), West Central Valley High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Earlham High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Panorama High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $1,870 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on August 8, 2023 for $177,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 8117 Hickory St has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 8117 Hickory St is 480 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 8117 Hickory St is 1964.
This home is located at 8117 Hickory St in Dexter, IA and zip code 50070. This 480 square foot home was built in 1964. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 19, 2025 and is currently priced at $219,900.
In May 2025 more than 0 listings in Dexter, IA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 0 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 2 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Dexter, IA did not change between April and May 2025. While the average time on the market in May 2025 was 30 days, the median list price was $368,100.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.