2583 165th Avenue
Calamus, IA, 52729 $ 499,000
Bedrooms3 Baths2.0 Sq 1,644 Monthly Estimate*
$ 3,446
for $499,000 with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. This 1,644 square foot home was built in 1886 on a lot size of 1.95.
Welcome to a truly unique country-living property highlighted by a separate, independent 2,400 sq. ft. pool house featuring a 35,000-gallon indoor pool, full kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom. The pool house square footage, bedroom, and bathroom are not included in the listing stats, providing substantial additional space beyond the main residence. The house, originally built in 1886, this home underwent extensive renovations in 1993, including new electrical wiring throughout, a new 200-amp electrical service panel, new flooring, drywall, and siding. An additional 200-amp electrical panel was installed at the pool house in 2000.. Built in 2000, the pool house features nine skylights, updated flooring, new kitchen appliances, and central boiler heat for the pool and water. Recent improvements include a new pool pump and sump pump in 2026, along with pool cleaning completed in August 2026. The pool also features a painted finish. The main home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an attached 2-car garage. Numerous major improvements have already been completed, including new windows in 2023, a new furnace and central air in 2022, a new water heater in 2021, a metal roof installed in 2018, updated electrical, mostly new plumbing, and a new well installed in July 2026. A water softener system was added in 2019, and the interior and basement were freshly painted in July 2026. A septic inspection was also completed in August 2026. Outside, the property offers two large dog pens, mature pear and apple trees, a metal storage shed, and a fully owned 1,000-gallon LP tank that is currently filled. The attached 2-car garage also features a vehicle service pit on the right side. With a separate 2,400 sq. ft. pool house offering its own kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, and indoor pool, this property provides a combination of country living and recreational space that is truly hard to find. Buyer and buyer's agent to verify all information, including square footage, room sizes, school zones, taxes, exemptions, and zoning. Measurements are approximate. The silos are not owned by the seller and are not located on the seller's property.
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FeaturesGeneralLiving Area 1644
Sewer Septic Tank
Heating Propane
Cooling Central Air
Roof Metal
Appliances Range Refrigerator
Garage Spaces 2
Association Fee Includes None
Construction Materials Vinyl Siding
Year Built 1886
Township N/A
Tax Year 2025
Assoc Fee Paid Per Not Applicable
County Clinton
New Construction N
Property Type Residential Detached Single
Other Structures Guest House Pool House
Total Rooms 7
Full Baths 2
Status Active
Directions 257th Street to 165th Ave Gravel roads.
City Calamus
High School District 918
MLS Area Calamus
Tax Annual Amount 4120
Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District 918
Elementary School District 918
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InteriorBasement Cellar Full
Total Fireplaces 0
Half Baths 0
Total Bedrooms 3
Below Grade Finished Area 0
Room Type No additional rooms
Total Baths 2
Bedrooms Possible 3
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ExteriorParking Features Attached Garage
Lot Features Level
Water Source Well
Total Parking 2
Foundation Details Block Other
Lot Size Acres 1.95
Waterfront Y/N N
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* Excluded FeaturesList ByHome Marketor, Inc.Broker
bob@homemarketor.comEmail
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- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $3,446
- Monthly Property Taxes
- $343
- Monthly Home Insurance
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Default based on a 30-year fixed rate of 7.375% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.
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About Calamus, IA 379 Population
-4% Since 2002
$ 72,500 Median Income
43.92 Median Age
30% Households with Children
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5406430 Elementary School
5406428 Middle School
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
|---|
| 10/7/2026 | $499,000 | -3.85% | Price Down |
| 9/29/2026 | $519,000 | | Listed Price |