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3157 Forest DriveEllston, IA 50074

Single Family · 4 Beds · 2 Full Baths · 1,976 Sq. ft. | 0.34 Acres
$249,000 Active

3157 Forest Drive Overview

Time on Site:
135 days
Visits:
24

Lake Cabin Retreat at Sun Valley Lake – Wooded Lot with Scenic Views! • Located on two secluded, wooded lots with views of the lake and nature • Spacious wrap-around deck – perfect for sunbathing, entertaining, and relaxing • Open living space with natural light throughout • 2 main floor bedrooms and a full bathroom • Lower-level entertainment area with: • Family room & small kitchenette • 2 unconventional bedrooms • Full bathroom with tiled shower – great for lake days • Utility room with washer & dryer • Plenty of updates over the years • New steel roof and gutters installed March 2025

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3157 Forest Drive Facts & Features

  • Type Single Family
  • Sq. ft. 1,976
  • Price/Sq.ft. $126
  • Lot 0.34 Acres

Details

General

Listing Information

  • Contingency: None

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1980

Location/Region

  • County Or Parish: Ringgold
  • Postal City: Ellston

Tax Information

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4124
  • Tax Year: 2024

General Information

  • Parcel Number: WV010940
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential

Interior

Parking Information

  • Garage Spaces: 2

Beds/Baths

  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 4

Building Interior

  • Below Grade Finished Area: 988

General Information

  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Basement: Finished
  • Cooling: Ductless
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Heating: Ductless
  • Living Area: 1976
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet

Exterior

Parking Information

  • Parking Features: Tuckunder Garage,Gravel

Lot Information

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.34
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 120X125
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 14810
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Water Source: Rural/Municipality

Building Exterior/Construction

  • Architectural Style: Raised Ranch
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding

General Information

  • Sewer: Septic Tank

3157 Forest Drive Neighborhood

Community

50074 (Ellston) Demographics

68
Median Age
6
Population Density (per sq. mile)
34%
College Educated
$67,813
Estimated Median Income
126
Estimated Total Home Owners
24
Estimated Total Renters
84% / 16%
Estimated Owner / Renter Divide
2
Estimated Average Household Size
Community data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc.

Schools

School data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc. School ratings are based on a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the highest rating and 1 being the lowest rating.

3157 Forest Drive Monthly Cost

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* All calculations are estimates and provided by Reliance Network, for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary. ** Assumes 6.50% APR, 20% down payment, and conventional 30-year fixed rate first mortgage. Rates cited are for instructional purposes only; current rates are subject to change at any time without notice. You should not make any decisions based simply on the information provided. Additional required amounts such as taxes, insurance, homeowner association dues, assessments, mortgage insurance premiums, flood insurance or other such required payments should also be considered. Contact your mortgage company for current rates and additional information. Any mortgage broker or insurance agent that may appear is independent and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or provided by the MLS.

3157 Forest Drive Market Data

Based on the last 30 days in this zip code

$656,507
Average List Price
$381
Average Price per Square Foot
1
Properties Sold
159
Average Days on Market
41
Properties for Sale
Calculations provided by Reliance Network

3157 Forest Drive History

Date Event Value Agent
6/27/2026Source: NoCoast MLS Price Reduction
$249,000 -7.8%
5/12/2026Source: NoCoast MLS Price Reduction
$270,000 -5.3%
4/9/2026Source: NoCoast MLS Price Reduction
$285,000 -3.4%
3/10/2026Source: NoCoast MLS Price Reduction
$295,000 -7.8%
2/14/2026Source: NoCoast MLS Added to Database
February 14, 2026
Listing provided courtesy of Exit Country RealtyNoCoast MLS- MLS# 6335594MLS Provider