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5065 Highway 3, Cherokee, IA 51012

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$469,000

3 beds • 3 baths • 3,143 sqft

Estimated Payment

$ 2,766 /mo. †

6.67% APR for 30 yrs.
$4,230 in taxes
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  • Single Family Detached
    Property type

  • $149.22
    Price per square foot

  • 21-30 Years Old
    Age

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LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION!!!! This beautiful ranch style home sits on 3.42 acres of ground with in a mile of Cherokee right on HWY 3. On the main level you will find your living room, dining room, kitchen, office/den, full bath, master suite, and additional bedroom. There is even a nice mud room/entryway as you enter from the garage. On the lower level you will find a huge family room, a 3/4 bath, a bedroom, a nonconforming bedroom, utility room, and additional storage areas. The lower level is walk out as well to the backyard with a wooded view where you often can spot deer, turkeys, and many other animals walking around down the hill in the trees. There is additional outdoor space on the second story deck that is just off the kitchen/dining area. This one is definitely one you will want to check out!!!!
MLS# 827637

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(712) 225-4911

Property Features

  • Age
    21-30 Years Old
  • Amenities
    Deck
  • Architecture Style
    Ranch
  • Heating System
    Forced Air
  • Lot Size
    3.42 Acres
  • Rooms
    Den, Kitchen

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  • Principle and Interest
    $2,414
  • Property Taxes
    $352
  • Hazard Insurance
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  • Private Mortgage Insurance
    $0
  • HOA Dues
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  • Total Monthly Payment:
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Schools

Roosevelt Elementary School

Grades PK-4 Public School

Cherokee, IA 51012 2 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 1.6 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 2.1 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

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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°

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† 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.

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