About 301 Riverside Drive
Charming Tudor Home with Stunning River Views!! Welcome to 301 Riverside Drive in Charles City! This stately English Half Timbered - Tudor style home, built in 1936 for Dr. Ray Fox and his wife, offers a rare blend of historic charm and modern potential. Both front and back foyers provide a warm welcome to this one-of-a-kind home. Nestled on a double lot (.40 acres) on Charles City’s historic west side, with breathtaking views of the Cedar River from three sides. Step inside to find a spacious 39’ x 18’ living and dining room combination, complete with a cozy fireplace perfect for large gatherings. The main level also features a kitchen with appliances, a half bath, a primary bedroom, a full hall bath, an office, a convenient laundry room, and a beautiful tiled sunroom with fireplace, overlooking the backyard. Upstairs, you’ll discover four additional bedrooms, a full hall bath, a walk-in storage/linen closet, and a floored walk-in attic area. A unique feature of this home is its original manually operated elevator, running from the basement to the upper level. Outside, you will enjoy the covered paver patio along with a detached two-stall garage. The house shingles were replaced in Fall, 2024 with 50 year CIG Construction shingle. Located not far from the Charles City Suspension Bridge, the Charley Western Recreational Trail and our downtown Main Street business and shopping district. This home is being sold “AS IS”, presenting an incredible opportunity to restore and personalize a timeless piece of history. Don’t miss your chance to own this charming home with tons of character. Schedule your private showing today!
Features of 301 Riverside Drive
| MLS® # | 20250915 |
|---|---|
| Price | $235,000 |
| Bedrooms | 5 |
| Bathrooms | 2.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 3,216 |
| Acres | 0.40 |
| Year Built | 1936 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Style | Tudor |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 301 Riverside Drive |
|---|---|
| City | Charles City |
| County | Floyd |
| State | IA |
| Zip Code | 50616 |
Amenities
| Parking | 2 Stall, Detached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Wired |
|---|---|
| # of Garages | 2 |
| Is Waterfront | No |
Interior
| Interior Features | Ceiling Fan(s), Ceiling Fan/Light, Paneled Doors, Pantry |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Sump Pump, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater, Gas Water Heater |
| Heating | Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned |
| Cooling | Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| Fireplaces | Multiple, Wood Burning |
Exterior
| Lot Description | Landscaped, Corner Lot, Water View |
|---|---|
| Roof | Asphalt |
| Construction | Brick, Wood Siding, Stucco |
School Information
| Elementary | Charles City |
|---|---|
| Middle | Charles City |
| High | Charles City |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | March 9th, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Zoning | R-2 |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Agent | Lori Stewart |
|---|---|
| Office | Stewart Realty Company |