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509 Prairie Ln, Lester, IA 51242

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For Sale

$49,500

0.52 acres

Estimated Payment

$ 256 /mo. †

6.65% APR for 30 yrs.
$16 in taxes
Change Loan Terms

  • Single Family Detached
    Property type

  • Newly Listed
    Time on Century 21

  • 0.5 acres
    Lot size

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New Lester, Iowa development with several beautiful new homes at or near completion. Perfect chance to build your dream home in a small Iowa community encapsulating all the comforts of "hometown" appeal! Paved streets and sidewalks, curb and gutter, and city sewer and water. Lot suitable for walkout basement building plan.
MLS# 22501940

Courtesy Of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Beyond

(605) 275-4663

Property Features

  • Architecture Style
    Other
  • Lot Size
    0.52 Acres

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Monthly Payment Breakdown

  • Principle and Interest
    $254
  • Property Taxes
    $1
  • Hazard Insurance
    $0
  • Private Mortgage Insurance
    $0
  • HOA Dues
    $0
  • Total Monthly Payment:
    $256

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Schools

West Lyon Elementary School

Grades PK-6 Public School

Inwood, IA 51240 6.2 miles
1787 182nd street

531 total students
14:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: B

School Details

West Lyon Junior High School

Grades 7-8 Public School

Inwood, IA 51240 6.2 miles
1787 182nd street

155 total students
78:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: B

School Details

West Lyon High School

Grades 9-12 Public School

Inwood, IA 51240 6.2 miles
1787 182nd street

290 total students
14:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: A

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 Lester, IA 51242

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Lester, IA 51242

This community’s employment is highest in the construction and sales industries. The area’s overall household expenses are below the national average.

86° July
Hottest Average Month
5° January
Coldest Average Month
10 Total Households in Area
-0.3% Increase in population since the year 2010
29.5%
of households
have children
17 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 Lester, IA 51242

Lester, IA 51242 has a population of 29 people in 10 households with a median age of 35.7 years old.

-0.3%
Decrease in population
since the year 2010
Population is Trending down
9
Total households as of 2010
9.2%
projected percent change in total
households in 5 years

Community Population By Age

The median age for this area is 35.7 years old. The smallest percentage group is 35-44 years and the largest percentage is the 85+ years age range.

Community Population By Ethnicity

White 91%
Hispanic 8%
Other 4%
Black <1%
Asian <1%
Native American <1%
The most prevalent ethnicity is White at 91%, followed by Hispanic at 8%, Other at 4%, and Black at <1%.

Economics
for Lester, IA 51242

16 /sq mi
Population Density
$66,759 /yr
Median Household Income
$225,000
Median Sales Price
17 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 $50-74,999k representing 35.63% of the households.

Transportation to Work

  • Drive 91%
  • Walk or Bike 9%
  • Work from Home 2%
  • Public Transit 0%

Occupancy by Type

Owned 9 90%
Rented 1 10%
Vacant 0 0%

White vs Blue Collar Jobs







White Collar 75%
Blue Collar 25%

Family & Education Facts
for Lester, IA 51242

35.7 Median Age

Average Household Size

2.9
persons per
household

72.8%

Married Households

Community Population By Education

High School Graduate 43%
Some College 25%
Associates Degree 19%
Bachelors Degree 6%
Graduate Degree 5%
Some High School 2%
Of the total people surveyed, the most prevalent educational attainment level is High School Graduate, representing 42.74% 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)
29.5% of households have children

Weather
for Lester, IA 51242

The weather for this area ranges from a high of 86° F in July to a low of 5° F in January

86° July
Hottest Average Month
5° January
Coldest Average Month

Average Temperature by Month

Low (°F)
High (°F)
Jan
5°
25°
Feb
10°
30°
Mar
22°
42°
Apr
35°
59°
May
46°
71°
Jun
57°
81°
Jul
61°
86°
Aug
59°
83°
Sep
49°
75°
Oct
37°
62°
Nov
23°
43°
Dec
11°
30°

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Precipitation

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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.

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