In-town acreage, the best of both worlds. Sitting on just under 2.5 acres surrounded by open cornfields, this 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home offers 4,047 sq ft of beautifully updated living space in the highly sought-after Linn-Mar school district. You get the privacy, space, and views of country living with the convenience of being just minutes from town. Step inside to find updates throughout the entire home, starting with a brand-new kitchen featuring top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, butcher block counters, cabinets, backsplash, and new sink/ fixtures, ready for everyday living and entertaining. New solid oak hardwood floors run throughout the main level, and a new iron rod staircase adds a custom, architectural touch as you move between levels. New carpet in the basement, new light fixtures, and fresh paint from top to bottom round out the interior. Two solid wood-burning fireplaces—one upstairs and one down—anchor the living spaces with warmth and character. Five bedrooms and three full bathrooms offer plenty of room to spread out, including a primary suite with his-and-her closets. New tile flooring finishes the laundry room and the back entry bath off the garage, creating a smart, hardworking drop zone for everyday life. The finished basement adds even more flexible living space, freshly updated to match the rest of the home. The mechanical updates here set this property apart: new insulation throughout the entire home, zoned heating and cooling with a newer furnace, and a whole-house generator for total peace of mind. Solid limestone siding wraps the exterior, durable, timeless, and virtually maintenance free. Outside, a brand-new black chain link fence encloses the entire backyard, perfect for entertaining, pets, and kids while still taking in sweeping views of surrounding farmland. Car enthusiasts and hobbyists will appreciate the 2-car attached garage with a new opener motor plus a detached 3-car heated and cooled shop, both are wired with 220V outlets. Workshop, storage, studio, project space, you name it. All of this while staying zoned for Linn-Mar schools and close to Marion's shopping, dining, and amenities. Acreage living like this, with this many updates already done for you, doesn't come around often.
LIST PRICE IS UNDER APPRAISAL VALUE! Need help with financing? Seller is offering special financing! ACREAGE alert with only being minutes away from downtown Marion! This home has over 4000 SF with many unique features; GENERAC backup, 3 zone temperature control, high efficiency water heater, detached garage that is insulated and includes electric heater/ac, 2 wood burning fireplaces, and much more! Walk thru the front door into the huge living room with vaulted ceilings, a wood burning fireplace and space for all of the family to gather. The kitchen opens up to the living room for that open concept feel. 3 large bedrooms are located on the main level down the long hallway with 3 full bathrooms as well. Need an office space? Don't worry there is even a designated area for an office! Downstairs you will find 2 additional bedrooms (egress windows will be added before closing), a bar for all your friends to gather around and family room for gatherings. . This 5 bedroom and 3.5 bathroom is ready for its new owners!
CRAAR, CDRMLS #2400044
Jan 3, 2024
Listed
$580,000
$143/sq ft
CRAAR, CDRMLS #2306357
Dec 4, 2023
Price Changed
$580,000
$143/sq ft
Oct 17, 2023
Price Changed
$585,000
$145/sq ft
Sep 27, 2023
Listed
$599,000
$148/sq ft
CRAAR, CDRMLS #2304036
Sep 18, 2023
Price Changed
$615,000
$152/sq ft
Aug 29, 2023
Price Changed
$632,500
$156/sq ft
Aug 10, 2023
Relisted
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Aug 10, 2023
Price Changed
$647,500
$160/sq ft
Jul 31, 2023
Delisted
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Jul 27, 2023
Price Changed
$659,900
$163/sq ft
Jun 21, 2023
Listed
$675,000
$167/sq ft
CRAAR, CDRMLS #2302072
May 7, 2023
Price Changed
$679,900
$168/sq ft
Apr 20, 2023
Price Changed
$689,900
$170/sq ft
Apr 4, 2023
Listed
$699,900
$173/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 2, 2022
Sold
$447,000
$110/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,222 (−2.8%)
$57,400 + $493,200
$550,600
2024
$8,462 (+4.4%)
$57,400 + $392,600
$450,000
2023
$8,104 (+4.9%)
$57,400 + $392,600
$450,000
2022
$7,722 (+1.7%)
$57,400 + $320,100
$377,500
2021
$7,592 (+1.8%)
$57,400 + $320,100
$377,500
2020
$7,456 (+11.0%)
$57,400 + $291,400
$348,800
2019
$6,716 (+10.6%)
$57,400 + $291,400
$348,800
2018
$6,070 (+2.7%)
$57,400 + $269,000
$326,400
2017
$5,912 (+9.5%)
$57,400 + $269,000
$326,400
2016
$5,400 (+11.6%)
$57,400 + $252,600
$310,000
2014
$4,838
$57,400 + $252,600
$310,000
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3.5
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
4,047
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
4,047
Year built
1975
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Linn County
APN
10342-26002-00000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 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 103° 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
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Marion, IA • 52302
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Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11 hrs
6.6 hrs
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Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 1766 Fernow Rd
$689,485
$415 under list price of $690K
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