Skip to main content
Back to Search Results
|

1517 540th St, Cherokee, IA 51012

Show All 13 Photos
For Sale

$299,900

3 beds • 3 baths • 3,953 sqft

Estimated Payment

$ 1,732 /mo. †

6.67% APR for 30 yrs.
$2,268 in taxes
Change Loan Terms

  • Single Family Detached
    Property type

  • $75.87
    Price per square foot

  • Over 50 Years Old
    Age

  • Fireplace
    Heating System

Explore this Property

Nice acreage located on 4.96 acres close to Cherokee. Over 3,200 square feet of living space and a partially covered patio off of the master bedroom. Roof was new in 2023. Seller is offering a $5,000 remodeling allowance..
MLS# 823467

Courtesy Of Northwest Realty Inc

(712) 225-6447

Property Features

  • Age
    Over 50 Years Old
  • Amenities
    Patio
  • Architecture Style
    Other
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Heating System
    Fireplace, Forced Air
  • Lot Size
    4.96 Acres
  • Rooms
    Kitchen

Map and Directions

Directions to 1517 540th St, Cherokee, IA 51012

Home seller CENTURY 21 The Professional Group

Get to know the neighborhood. A local affiliated CENTURY 21 office will help you set up tours, give advice, and negotiate with sellers.

CENTURY 21 The Professional Group

(712) 732-2143
Learn More About Us

Mortgage Calculator

$
$ %
Loan Term
%
Invalid number

$ /year
$ /year
$ /month

Monthly Payment Breakdown

  • Principle and Interest
    $1,543
  • Property Taxes
    $189
  • Hazard Insurance
    $0
  • Private Mortgage Insurance
    $0
  • HOA Dues
    $0
  • Total Monthly Payment:
    $1,732

Calculators provided for estimating purposes only. Consult with your lender to determine precise payment requirements.

Schools

Roosevelt Elementary School

Grades PK-4 Public School

Cherokee, IA 51012 2.5 miles
929 n roosevelt ave

488 total students
15:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: D+

School Details

Cherokee Middle School

Grades 5-8 Public School

Cherokee, IA 51012 2.6 miles
206 e indian st

344 total students
17:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: B+

School Details

Washington High School

Grades 9-12 Public School

Cherokee, IA 51012 1.9 miles
600 w bluff st

330 total students
13:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: B+

School Details

School information does not guarantee enrollment. School service boundaries are provided as a reference only, may change, and are not guaranteed to be accurate. Contact the school district directly to verify school enrollment eligibility.

Local area information for Cherokee, IA 51012

Tour the area

Schedule a
tour with a
personal guide

Cherokee, IA 51012

This community’s employment is highest in the transportation and administrative support industries. The area’s overall household expenses are above the national average.

85° July
Hottest Average Month
6° January
Coldest Average Month
2,845 Total Households in Area
-1.2% Increase in population since the year 2010
28.2%
of households
have children
15 minutes
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Demographic facts
for Cherokee, IA 51012

Cherokee, IA 51012 has a population of 6,361 people in 2,845 households with a median age of 44.5 years old.

-1.2%
Decrease in population
since the year 2010
Population is Trending down
2,772
Total households as of 2010
2.5%
projected percent change in total
households in 5 years

Community Population By Age

The median age for this area is 44.5 years old. The smallest percentage group is 55-64 years and the largest percentage is the 85+ years age range.

Community Population By Ethnicity

White 91%
Hispanic 6%
Other 3%
Black 1%
Asian <1%
Native American <1%
The most prevalent ethnicity is White at 91%, followed by Hispanic at 6%, Other at 3%, and Black at 1%.

Economics
for Cherokee, IA 51012

44 /sq mi
Population Density
$59,565 /yr
Median Household Income
$108,250
Median Sales Price
15 min
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Household by Income

Out of the households in this area, the largest income group is $35-49,999k representing 18.13% of the households.

Transportation to Work

  • Drive 88%
  • Work from Home 10%
  • Walk or Bike 2%
  • Public Transit 0%

Occupancy by Type

Owned 2,029 65%
Rented 816 26%
Vacant 280 9%

White vs Blue Collar Jobs







White Collar 61%
Blue Collar 39%

Family & Education Facts
for Cherokee, IA 51012

44.5 Median Age

Average Household Size

2.1
persons per
household

46%

Married Households

Community Population By Education

High School Graduate 45%
Some College 19%
Bachelors Degree 13%
Graduate Degree 9%
Associates Degree 8%
Some High School 6%
Of the total people surveyed, the most prevalent educational attainment level is High School Graduate, representing 44.69% of the population.

Household Family Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)
28.2% of households have children

Weather
for Cherokee, IA 51012

The weather for this area ranges from a high of 85° F in July to a low of 6° F in January

85° July
Hottest Average Month
6° January
Coldest Average Month

Average Temperature by Month

Low (°F)
High (°F)
Jan
6°
26°
Feb
11°
31°
Mar
23°
43°
Apr
35°
60°
May
47°
71°
Jun
57°
81°
Jul
62°
85°
Aug
60°
83°
Sep
50°
75°
Oct
39°
63°
Nov
24°
44°
Dec
12°
31°

Average Temperature in Degrees Fahrenheit

Precipitation

Precipitation (inch)

Tour the area

Schedule a
tour with a
personal guide

There's more to learn about Cherokee, IA 51012!
Explore more local area information

An Equal Opportunity Company

Copyright © 2025 Northwest Iowa Regional Board of Realtors. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. Information being provided is for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information being provided is for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.

Data powered by Attom Data Solutions. Copyright© 2025. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

This information is provided for general informational purposes only and should not be relied on in making any home-buying decisions. School information does not guarantee enrollment. Contact a local real estate professional or the school district(s) for current information on schools. This information is not intended for use in determining a person's eligibility to attend a school or to use or benefit from other city, town or local services.

† Based on a 30-year fixed rate of 3.38% 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. Interest rates are also subject to credit and property approval based on secondary market guidelines. The rates shown are based on average rates for our best qualified customers. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.

Loading