Escape to country living in this cozy 2-bedroom cabin perfectly positioned on the quiet outskirts of town. This property offers the ideal blend of peaceful rural charm and convenient access to local amenities. The welcoming cabin provides comfortable living spaces with two bedrooms, making it perfect for a weekend retreat, starter home, or investment property. Step outside to discover the true value of this offering—a classic barn ideal for storage or hobby farm operations, plus an impressive 90' x 50' shop building that's a tradesperson's or hobbyist's dream. With 4,500 square feet of workshop space, the possibilities are endless for equipment storage, woodworking, automotive projects, or even a home-based business. Whether you're seeking a rural lifestyle, need space for your toys and tools, or want room to pursue your passions, this property delivers 3 different lots averaging 3.29 acres.
For sale
Price cut: $24.5K (1/30)
$225,000
655 S McCormack Ave, Primghar, IA 51245
2beds
2baths
1,069sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1999
3.29 Acres Lot
$221,100 Zestimate®
$210/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Equipment storagePeaceful rural charmComfortable living spacesClassic barnAutomotive projects
- 171 days |
- 635 |
- 21 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: January 29, 2026 at 05:42pm
Listed by:
Cecily Lucas,
Northwest Realty
Source: Northwest Iowa Regional BOR,MLS#: 830490
Tour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Kitchen, Dining, Bedroom, Full Bath, Laundry
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Water Softener: Included, Owned
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Block,Full,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,069
- Total interior livable area: 1,069 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,069
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel, Other-See Comments
- Has garage: Yes
Lot
- Size: 3.29 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 217500,216400,217400
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Cedar
- Roof: Metal,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1999
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Primghar
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $210/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $136,790
- Annual tax amount: $2,104
- Price range: $225K - $225K
- Date on market: 10/1/2025
- Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Dishwasher, Hood
Estimated market value
$221,100
$210,000 - $232,000
$1,142/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/30/2026 | Price change | $225,000-9.8%$210/sqft |
Source:  Northwest Iowa Regional BOR #830490 Report a problem | ||
| 12/28/2025 | Price change | $249,500-9.3%$233/sqft |
Source: Northwest Iowa Regional BOR #830490 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2025 | Price change | $275,000-5.2%$257/sqft |
Source: Northwest Iowa Regional BOR #830490 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $290,000$271/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,884 +19.1% | $63,392 -53.7% |
| 2023 | $1,582 +10.3% | $136,790 +46.9% |
| 2022 | $1,434 +13.3% | $93,110 |
| 2021 | $1,266 -8.5% | $93,110 +18.3% |
| 2020 | $1,384 +5.8% | $78,730 |
| 2019 | $1,308 -0.1% | $78,730 +3% |
| 2018 | $1,309 +17.7% | $76,400 +6.9% |
| 2017 | $1,112 -15.8% | $71,440 |
| 2016 | $1,320 | $71,440 +9.8% |
| 2015 | $1,320 +3.9% | $65,090 |
| 2014 | $1,270 +8.9% | $65,090 |
| 2013 | $1,166 -4.9% | -- |
| 2012 | $1,226 +14.6% | -- |
| 2011 | $1,070 -1.3% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,084 +10.4% | -- |
| 2009 | $982 +3.6% | -- |
| 2008 | $948 -7.6% | -- |
| 2007 | $1,026 | -- |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,346/mo
Principal & interest
$1160
Property taxes
$186
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 51245
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10South O'brien Elementary School Primghar CenterGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10South O'brien Secondary SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 7.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: South O'Brien
- Middle: South O'Brien
- High: South O'Brien
Source: Northwest Iowa Regional BOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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