# 3157 Forest Drive, Ellston, IA 50074

> **TL;DR:** 4bd/2ba single family, $285,000 ($144/sqft), built 1980, 1,976 sqft.
> Fireplace. Est. $1,235/mo. Listed 1 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $285,000 |
| Price/sqft | $144 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 2 full |
| Square Feet | 1,976 |
| Year Built | 1980 |
| Lot Size | 14,810 sqft (0.34 acres) |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 1 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $1,235 |
| **Total** | **$1,235** |

## Key Amenities

- Fireplace

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1980
- 0.34 acre lot
- Fireplace

## Description

### Agent Description
Lake Cabin Retreat at Sun Valley Lake - Wooded Lot with Scenic Views! - Located on two secluded, wooded lots with views of the lake and nature - Spacious wrap-around deck - perfect for sunbathing, entertaining, and relaxing - Open living space with natural light throughout - 2 main floor bedrooms and a full bathroom - Lower-level entertainment area with: - Family room & small kitchenette - 2 unconventional bedrooms - Full bathroom with tiled shower - great for lake days - Utility room with washer & dryer - Plenty of updates over the years - New steel roof and gutters installed March 2025

## Location

- **Address:** 3157 Forest Drive, Ellston, IA 50074
- **County:** Ringgold
- **Coordinates:** 40.858199, -94.063048
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=40.858199,-94.063048

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Kent Brant
- **Brokerage:** Exit Country Realty
- **Phone:** 7128302241
- **Email:** kbrantalwaysworking@gmail.com

## Primary Photo

![3157 Forest Drive - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/17bc826e14db8994507d5b719fa71148l-f3407168190r.jpg)

*34 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/3157-forest-drive-ellston-ia-50074-6335594)*

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**MLS#:** 6335594 | **Updated:** 2026-04-24
**Source:** listhub

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