# 196 Lakeview Drive, Melrose, IA 52569

> **TL;DR:** 3bd/3ba single family, $405,000 ($175/sqft), built 1972, 2,320 sqft.
> Fireplace, A/C, RV Parking. Est. $1,755/mo. Listed 7 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $405,000 |
| Price/sqft | $175 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 3 full |
| Square Feet | 2,320 |
| Year Built | 1972 |
| Lot Size | 13,068 sqft (0.30 acres) |
| Stories | 2 |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 7 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $1,755 |
| **Total** | **$1,755** |

## Key Amenities

- Fireplace
- A/C
- RV Parking

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1972
- 0.30 acre lot
- 2 stories
- Fireplace

## Description

### Agent Description
PRICE REDUCED!! This one-of-a-kind double A-frame is just as charming as you imagine. The unique home located in the Wind-n-Waves subdivision near Lake Rathbun is ready for your touch! This 3 bed/3 bath home has plenty of open space for entertaining and the finished basement features a large bedroom and bath equipped with a sauna. Decks adorn both levels of the home making for beautiful views of the surrounding area and even a peek at Lake Rathbun itself!! There are also spectacular views from almost anywhere in the home whether you are preparing supper in the kitchen or you are cozied up in the family room with the wood-burning fireplace keeping you toasty in the background. This home has been meticulously maintained both inside and out! The triple tandem vehicle garage is wired for 220v, has a loft for storage, water, and is large enough to accommodate an RV/camper in addition to all your other toys and tools. There is also a smaller, detached garage with a wood closet closer to the home for parking and storage. The Purple Martin houses are back up and waiting for their inhabitants to return and the fruit trees are about to bud, come take a look today!

## Location

- **Address:** 196 Lakeview Drive, Melrose, IA 52569
- **County:** Appanoose
- **Neighborhood:** WIND-N-WAVES EST 2ND
- **Coordinates:** 40.892689, -93.039759
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=40.892689,-93.039759

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Nicole See
- **Brokerage:** Iowa Realty South Lakes
- **Phone:** 6198403556
- **Email:** nicole@iowarealtysouthlakes.com

## Primary Photo

![196 Lakeview Drive - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/159ea1bf1e2d92af43dab04c9def1da8l-f2056603180r.jpg)

*28 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/196-lakeview-drive-melrose-ia-52569-6336555)*

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**MLS#:** 6336555 | **Updated:** 2026-06-18
**Source:** listhub

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