# 1205 Scott Street, Ruthven, IA 51358 > **TL;DR:** 5bd/1ba single family, $42,000 ($25/sqft), built 1880, 1,664 sqft. > Fireplace, 1-car garage. Est. $224/mo. Listed 293 days. ## Property at a Glance | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | Price | $42,000 | | Price/sqft | $25 | | Bedrooms | 5 | | Bathrooms | 1 full | | Square Feet | 1,664 | | Year Built | 1880 | | Lot Size | 11,617 sqft (0.27 acres) | | Stories | 2 | | Garage | 1-car | | Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) | | Status | Pending | | Days on Market | 293 | ## Estimated Monthly Costs | Category | Amount | |----------|--------| | Principal & Interest (20% down, 30-year at 6.5%) | $212 | | Estimated Insurance | $12 | | **Total** | **$224** | ## Key Amenities - Fireplace - 1-car garage ## Property Highlights - Built in 1880 - 0.27 acre lot - 2 stories - Fireplace ## Description ### Agent Description Solid Home, Nice Price! Set on a generous corner lot with mature tree coverage, the structure itself offers a strong foundation for someone ready to restore and reimagine a piece of local history. Original hardwood floors, tall ceilings, and classic window trim hint at the character waiting to be brought back to life. The layout offers flexibility and function, including five bedrooms total, with four upstairs and one conveniently located on the main floor, along with a full main-floor bath. A dedicated laundry and mudroom entry adds everyday practicality, while the room sizes and flow provide plenty of options for future updates, work-from-home space, or multi-generational living. Located in Ruthven, Iowa, this property is just minutes from Lost Island Lake, making it a great fit for those who love lake life, boating, fishing, and small-town living. Its position between Spencer and Emmetsburg offers accessible commuting options while still enjoying a quieter pace of life. This home is being offered as a fixer-upper and will appeal to buyers who appreciate history, vision, and the opportunity to restore rather than replace. With its solid bones, desirable location, and timeless charm, this is a rare chance to preserve a piece of the past while shaping its next chapter. ## Location - **Address:** 1205 Scott Street, Ruthven, IA 51358 - **County:** Palo Alto - **Coordinates:** 43.12886587, -94.89806383 - **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=43.12886587,-94.89806383 ## Listing Agent - **Name:** Kelly Bierl - **Brokerage:** Hometown Realty - **Broker Phone:** (712) 260-5711 - **Listing URL:** [View original listing](https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/1205-Scott-St_Ruthven_IA_51358_M76297-66307?f=listhub&s=IGLBORIA&m=251618&c=propsimple) ## Photos ![1205 Scott Street - Photo 1](http://lh.rdcpix.com/8864513857148548ecf10f6b3dcab9c3l-f4034255083r.jpg) ![1205 Scott Street - Photo 2](http://lh.rdcpix.com/8864513857148548ecf10f6b3dcab9c3l-f290407099r.jpg) ![1205 Scott Street - Photo 3](http://lh.rdcpix.com/8864513857148548ecf10f6b3dcab9c3l-f76420939r.jpg) ![1205 Scott Street - Photo 4](http://lh.rdcpix.com/8864513857148548ecf10f6b3dcab9c3l-f558241296r.jpg) ![1205 Scott Street - Photo 5](http://lh.rdcpix.com/8864513857148548ecf10f6b3dcab9c3l-f2088288837r.jpg) ![1205 Scott Street - Photo 6](http://lh.rdcpix.com/8864513857148548ecf10f6b3dcab9c3l-f2706847854r.jpg) ![1205 Scott Street - Photo 7](http://lh.rdcpix.com/8864513857148548ecf10f6b3dcab9c3l-f2746733923r.jpg) ![1205 Scott Street - Photo 8](http://lh.rdcpix.com/8864513857148548ecf10f6b3dcab9c3l-f774913573r.jpg) ![1205 Scott Street - Photo 9](http://lh.rdcpix.com/8864513857148548ecf10f6b3dcab9c3l-f396037346r.jpg) ![1205 Scott Street - Photo 10](http://lh.rdcpix.com/8864513857148548ecf10f6b3dcab9c3l-f3730555820r.jpg) ![1205 Scott Street - Photo 11](http://lh.rdcpix.com/8864513857148548ecf10f6b3dcab9c3l-f3579873756r.jpg) ![1205 Scott Street - Photo 12](http://lh.rdcpix.com/8864513857148548ecf10f6b3dcab9c3l-f756566046r.jpg) ![1205 Scott Street - Photo 13](http://lh.rdcpix.com/8864513857148548ecf10f6b3dcab9c3l-f4117160316r.jpg) ![1205 Scott Street - Photo 14](http://lh.rdcpix.com/8864513857148548ecf10f6b3dcab9c3l-f3674263095r.jpg) ![1205 Scott Street - Photo 15](http://lh.rdcpix.com/8864513857148548ecf10f6b3dcab9c3l-f381254855r.jpg) --- **MLS#:** 251618 | **Updated:** 2026-10-28 **Source:** listhub *Copyright © 2026 Iowa Great Lakes Board of Realtors. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.* [View on PropertySimple](https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/1205-scott-street-ruthven-ia-51358-3a7493d3798c48d8bd33522bd9c499dc) --- ## Structured Data ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "RealEstateListing", "@id": "https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/1205-scott-street-ruthven-ia-51358-3a7493d3798c48d8bd33522bd9c499dc#listing", "url": "https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/1205-scott-street-ruthven-ia-51358-3a7493d3798c48d8bd33522bd9c499dc", "name": "1205 Scott Street, Ruthven, IA 51358", "description": "Solid Home, Nice Price! Set on a generous corner lot with mature tree coverage, the structure itself offers a strong foundation for someone ready to restore and reimagine a piece of local history. 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