For sale

$275,000

Est. $1,795/mo —

•

960

sq ft

1285 Lakeshore Dr, Brooklyn, IA 52211

About this home

Rare opportunity at Holiday Lake! Enjoy the best of both worlds with this lake-view property that includes its own 10' private lake access directly across the road plus a full second lot behind the home. Whether you've dreamed of building a garage, creating an outdoor entertainment space, or simply having extra room to spread out, the possibilities are endless. Properties offering private lake access without the lakefront price are hard to find! This partially updated home is perfectly suited for weekend escapes, summer entertaining, or year-round enjoyment. The main level features the kitchen, dining area, full bath, and a charming screened-in porch—an ideal spot to unwind and soak in the peaceful lake atmosphere. Upstairs you'll find two bedrooms and a bright, inviting living room with large windows that capture beautiful lake views. With numerous updates already completed, room to expand, and your own private access to the water, this is your chance to enjoy everything Holiday Lake has to offer. Start making lake memories from day one!

Single-familyProperty Type

1963Year Built

0.37 acresLot Size

$286Price/Sq.Ft.

$80/moHOA Dues

Listed by Heidi Sunkle • Holiday Realty Inc

Listing updated: Jul 16, 2026 at 08:06pm

Redfin checked: a few seconds ago

•Source:IAR #6338636

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$1,795 per month

Principal and interest$1,427

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Brooklyn-Guernsey-Malcom Elementary School

Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 5.3mi

8/10

Brooklyn-Guernsey-Malcom Jr-Senior High School

Public 7-12 • Assigned • 5.3mi

6/10

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Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Offer insights

1285 Lakeshore Dr · $275,000

Strong offer

$273K and above

75% chance or better to win

Why $273K+ is a strong offer

DAYS ON MARKET

The average home goes pending in 71 days.

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 4% below list price.

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Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Interior features
Basement present

Bathrooms
1 full bathroom

Heating & cooling
Baseboard heating
Wall unit cooling

Sale and tax history for 1285 Lakeshore Dr

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

IAR #6338636

May 23, 2026

Price Changed

$275,000

$286/sq ft

May 21, 2026

Listed

$375,000

$391/sq ft

IAR #5674341

May 28, 2021

Sold

$185,000

$193/sq ft

Oct 15, 2020

Listed

$194,900

$203/sq ft

+14

Why is this off-lake cabin unique? It has 13 ft. of lakefront!! Included is a new boat lift, jet ski lift and dock on a nice wide cove. Excellent views from both the screened in porch on the lower level and the 310 SF deck on the upper level. New flooring, paint, lighting, tile work & trim throughout. 2 bedrooms with closets on the upper level with a large family room that can be additional sleeping area. Kitchen with breakfast bar, family room and 3/4 bath on lower level. This cabin has a washer & dryer! Deck furniture, beds, decorations, grill, appliances & window coverings all stay. Lot 1284 directly behind the cabin is now included! Perfect for additional parking, trailer storage or even to build a garage.

IAR #5551616

Apr 11, 2020

Listed

$199,900

$208/sq ft

Public Records

Aug 21, 2017

Sold

$144,875

$151/sq ft

IAR #5458166

Aug 18, 2017

Sold

$145,000

$151/sq ft

Nov 19, 2016

Listed

$154,000

$160/sq ft

Public Records

Dec 13, 2005

Sold

$85,000

$89/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,648 (+1.1%)

$42,120 + $116,170

$158,290

2024

$1,630 (+15.1%)

$33,700 + $112,540

$146,240

2023

$1,416 (−8.1%)

$33,700 + $112,540

$146,240

2022

$1,540 (+9.7%)

$33,700 + $112,540

$146,240

2021

$1,404 (+2.0%)

$21,900 + $83,460

$105,360

2020

$1,376 (+7.5%)

$21,900 + $83,460

$105,360

2019

$1,280 (+1.1%)

$20,220 + $73,700

$93,920

2018

$1,266 (+13.8%)

$20,220 + $73,700

$93,920

2017

$1,112 (+6.3%)

$18,200 + $68,560

$86,760

2016

$1,046 (+2.3%)

$18,200 + $68,560

$86,760

2015

$1,022 (+3.2%)

$15,330 + $58,280

$73,610

2014

$990

$15,330 + $58,280

$73,610

Public record

Beds

—

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

7,962 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1963

Finished Sq. Ft.

960

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

960

Year built

1963

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Poweshiek County

APN

1164600

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jun 5, 2026.

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 105° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Brooklyn, IA • 52211

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Jul

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Dec

Sun exposure

94/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

8.3 hrs

4.9 hrs

JuneDecember

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Redfin Estimate for 1285 Lakeshore Dr

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Nearby homes have recently sold between $130,000 and $449,900.

Nearby comparable homes

The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $130K to $450K.

SOLD OCT 17, 2025
$189,000 Last sold price
4 beds2 baths1,208 sq ft
1261 Holiday Ln, Brooklyn, IA 52211
$130/sq ft
larger lot
11 years newer
SOLD APR 3, 2026
$130,000 Last sold price
3 beds1 bath864 sq ft
5249 N Lakeshore Dr, Brooklyn, IA 52211
$136/sq ft
larger lot
5 years newer
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$150,000 Last sold price
3 beds2 baths1,248 sq ft
1608 Grant St, Tama, IA 52339
$166/sq ft
larger lot
29 years newer
SOLD AUG 29, 2025
$270,000 Last sold price
3 beds2 baths1,232 sq ft
3122 Holiday Ln, Brooklyn, IA 52211
$67/sq ft
larger lot
42 years newer
SOLD MAY 6, 2026
$246,000 Last sold price
3 beds1 bath1,056 sq ft
4269 175th ST St, Brooklyn, IA 52211
$53/sq ft
larger lot
9 years newer
SOLD AUG 28, 2025
$449,900 Last sold price
4 beds2 baths1,857 sq ft
3029 E Lakeshore Dr, Brooklyn, IA 52211
$44/sq ft
smaller lot
18 years newer

Contact listing agent

Heidi Sunkle

Holiday Realty Inc

641-750-7812

heidi@holidayrealtyhomes.com

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