Grab your chickens! On this acreage they'll have 2.3 acres to roam and a barn to roost in. If you want more storage there is a 34' x 48' quonset building that is perfect for that. This 1,418 sq ft, ranch home has two bedrooms on the main and one full bath with a tub/shower. A 3/4 bath with a shower that is located in the laundry room. The laundry is located on the main right as you walk in from the garage. It has a closet and LVP flooring that was installed in 2018. This leads into the kitchen that has formica counter tops, breakfast bar and LVP flooring. There is a glass sliding door that opens to the deck making it convenient for grilling. The dining area is spacious with a nice pantry and room for two barstools at the breakfast bar. The large living room and bedrooms have newer carpet that was installed in 2018. Downstairs is a blank canvas for you to personalize and make your own. The A/C unit was new in 2019, water heater in 2023, the water softener is rented, the siding and shingles were new in 2018, the septic was new in 2016 (NW of house), and the propane tank is owned. The sellers had the septic inspected and pumped. Foundation work was professionally installed by Ground Works with a transferrable lifetime guarantee providing peace of mind for the next owner. More details available upon request. AVERAGE UTILITY: Electric is $77, Rural Water is $42 for a 2000 gallon minimum. (Cost depends on usage)
Est. $2,644 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 5280 320th St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
NWIA #833524
Oct 15, 2026
Sold
$320,000
$226/sq ft
Sep 3, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 23, 2026
Listed
$349,900
$247/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,418 (+2.8%)
$52,480 + $206,690
$259,170
2024
$2,352 (+22.5%)
$52,480 + $179,020
$231,500
2023
$1,920 (+0.7%)
$52,480 + $179,020
$231,500
2022
$1,906 (+17.7%)
$47,710 + $130,810
$178,520
2021
$1,620 (+1.6%)
$47,710 + $130,810
$178,520
2020
$1,594 (+2.3%)
$47,710 + $130,810
$178,520
2019
$1,558 (+0.6%)
$23,200 + $122,170
$145,370
2018
$1,548 (−4.6%)
$23,200 + $122,170
$145,370
2017
$1,622 (−3.7%)
$23,200 + $117,740
$140,940
2016
$1,684 (+11.1%)
$23,200 + $117,740
$140,940
2015
$1,516 (+9.5%)
$17,400 + $108,090
$125,490
2014
$1,384
$17,400 + $108,090
$125,490
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.32 Acres
Year renovated
1976
Sq. Ft.
1,586
Year built
1976
Style
Single Family Residential
County
O'Brien County
APN
0004254470
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 13, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Concrete, Attached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Propane, Forced Air
Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full, Unfinished
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 2.3
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,529
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Sheldon
Middle Or Junior School: Sheldon
High School: Sheldon
Location Information
Directions: Three miles east of Sheldon on Hwy 18.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,586
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1976
Year Renovated: 1976
County: O'Brien County
APN: 0004254470
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 12, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Sheldon Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 4.1mi
6/10
Sheldon High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.5mi
5/10
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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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Sheldon, IA • 51201
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 8% for direct sun exposure in Sheldon. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11.1 hrs
6.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$270,000 – $327,000
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