First Choice Realty www.fcrealty.com

11/05/2026

Can you imagine calling this home with fall colors all around you? Over 10 private acres, breathtaking river views & beautiful interior spaces to gather. 🍂

📍3150 Taylor Ave, Forest City 🛌 3 Bedrooms 🛁 3 Bathrooms
$698,900

🚨More info: https://iamls.paragonrels.com/CCR/collablink/48db3859-6ede-4676-a56e-5a468a814595/listings/results?&forMlsId=IAMLS&sid=KEHRjhV1FLv

📸Virtual tour: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=exzoRgRpukb

The covered front entry (enclosed 2016) opens to a spacious foyer overlooking the backyard. The vaulted great room flows into the updated kitchen (2016) & a cozy sitting area w/ gas FP & stone surround (2016). Three patio doors lead to the wraparound deck w/ sweeping river & woodland views. The lofted family room overlooks the great room & river, enhanced by cable railings & its own private deck. Main level includes the primary suite (bath added 2016), guest bedroom & a 2nd bath remodeled 2021. Heated floors warm both main & lower levels. Off the kitchen is a large pantry/laundry combo for added convenience. The finished lower level (2018) evokes a w**e-tasting retreat w/ curved archways & custom w**e rack. Step out to the lower patio for peaceful river & wooded views. A family room, exercise area, 3rd bedroom, large bath w/ soaking tub & heated workshop (2016) complete the level. Outdoors features updated rock hardscaping, natural steps & raised garden beds that elevate the setting. Exterior stained 2025. Attached triple-stall garage offers excellent parking & storage. A 30×48 pole shed (2019) includes upgraded electrical, 220v, camper hookup & relocated electrical service moved from the road to beside the shed—ideal for UTVs, tools & equipment. A pristine, private riverfront paradise.

📲 Call/text today to schedule a showing!

Listed by Bethanie Farus
Broker/Owner
1st Choice Realty
250 N Clark St, Forest City, IA 50436
Cell: (641) 903-9700
Office: (641) 585-2404
[email protected]
www.fcrealty.com
- Licensed in IA and MN -

11/04/2026

🍂 Just imagine hosting Thanksgiving here—surrounded by timeless charm, beautiful woodwork & a dining room made for gathering with the people you love. 🤎

📍415 South Clark Street, Forest City 🛏️ 4 bedrooms 🛁 2 full baths
$325,900

🚨More info: https://iamls.paragonrels.com/CCR/collablink/a6ec29f8-04c4-4fa9-993f-e8c8e535a19b/listings/results?&forMlsId=IAMLS&sid=It7oHYICyaJ

📸 Virtual tour: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=4WkntMfHc98

Sitting on a tree-lined street, this classic, turn-of-the-century home is picturesque. Framed with flowering trees and perennials, a brick-styled path leads the way. The large foyer (w/ closet) welcomes guests. Stepping into the home, you’re greeted with original craftsman-style woodwork. Hardwood floors seamlessly flow from each main level room (incl main level bedroom), preserving original character, updates have been carefully crafted into the home *2012-NEW roof, siding, front door, & Pella/Anderson windows throughout! *2013-NEW Seamless gutters *2014-Remodel of attic and 2nd story, incl: plumbing/electrical, NEW CENTRAL AIR, spray foam insulation of roof, attic, 2nd story, main level north wall. *2015-NEW mudroom, att. garage (insulated) *2017-NEW water heater, water softener. *2020-Landscaping, deck, patio. *2022-NEW boiler. *2025/2026-Main level remodel incl: re-insulating exterior walls, NEW KITCHEN (cabinets, granite counters, appliances), NEW full bathroom, NEW laundry w/ w/d & pantry! The upgrades never stop!

The 2nd story provides a family room adjacent to the bedrooms. The expansive primary suite offers a beautiful walk-in closet w/ system. An executive bathroom features a soaking tub, tiled shower, & dbl vanity. Bedrooms 3&4 are outfitted w/ closet systems. Up to the 3rd story offers a finished attic flex space! The basement offers cement floors, high ceilings, and dry storage. The deck and patio off of the garage were built to provide pool space.🏠

📲Give us a call today to take a look!

Listed by Bethanie Farus
Broker/Owner
1st Choice Realty
250 N Clark St, Forest City, IA 50436
Cell: (641) 903-9700
Office: (641) 585-2404
[email protected]
www.fcrealty.com
- Licensed in IA and MN -

10/30/2026

🚨NEW LISTING ALERT!🚨Don't miss this lovely mid-century home! 🏡

📍125 Woodland Drive, Forest City 🛏️ 3 Bedrooms 🛁 2 Baths
$249,900

➡More info: https://iamls.paragonrels.com/CCR/collablink/f1277a74-e643-4582-8357-cdc96335039d/listings/results?&forMlsId=IAMLS&sid=KSRTRod7bvI

📸Virtual tour: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=XJJKL1FfbHX

A lovely mid-century home sitting at the end of a quiet neighborhood. Mature trees frame this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. The large, wooded lot is private and easily accessed from the walk-out lower level. A new, metal roof (2025), upgraded vinyl siding, and clean landscaping make this exterior maintenance-free! Walking into this home, the foyer features large windows for natural light, hooks for coats, and a closet for extra storage. Walking into the shared living and formal dining room, your view is picturesque of the private backyard. An updated kitchen features a black appliance suite, plenty of cabinets, and space for a breakfast table! The added sunroom is insulated, and a great extra living space with a beautiful skylight! 2 bedrooms and the main level bathroom are tucked down the hall. The bedrooms feature TONS of closet space. The hall and bathroom show off great extra storage! The walk-out lower level center piece is the LARGE family room with a wood-burning fireplace! A 3rd bedroom, 2nd bathroom, and laundry/utility room have their own private hallway. New carpet was recently installed in the bedrooms and lower level! The stone patio gives the homeowner great exterior space to entertain and enjoy. This serene backyard is a nature centered with mature trees, established shrubs and perennials, and a river view. 🍂

📲Give us a call today to take a look!

Listed by Bethanie Farus
Broker/Owner
1st Choice Realty
250 N Clark St, Forest City, IA 50436
Cell: (641) 903-9700
Office: (641) 585-2404
[email protected]
www.fcrealty.com
- Licensed in IA and MN -

10/29/2026

Check out all the FUN happening at The Forest Theatre tonight & all weekend long! We hope to see you for Treats in the Streets from 5-7p tonight, Thursday, October 29! 🎃

10/27/2026

Fall is here, the leaves are falling & it's that time of year to prepare your home for the next season. Please check out these Fall Maintenance Tips from Realtors. Let us know in the comments if you would add anything to this list! 🍂

Fall is here, and your home has a to-do list. 🍂🏡 Knock out these seasonal maintenance musts, then check out our full year-round home maintenance checklist to stay ahead:

https://lookforther.realtor/improve/home-maintenance-checklist-for-the-first-year-of-home-ownership-and-beyond/

10/27/2026

🚨UPDATED PRICING!🚨Now offered at $219,900!

📍536 South 6th St, Forest City 🛏️ 3 Bedrooms 🛁 2 Baths
$219,900

🚨More info: https://iamls.paragonrels.com/CCR/collablink/eebb82b6-8014-456f-a2c8-9cee7ae0fe9f/listings/results?&forMlsId=IAMLS&sid=FzRDKY0yM0E

📸Virtual tour: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=y1hxdtq2DgX

Nestled on a mature, tree lined street, this home is neat as a pin and move-in ready! Walking up the front sidewalk you are greeted with pretty landscaping and a newly painted exterior. The front door welcomes guests to the formal front living room. A large picture window allowing natural light. The kitchen glows with natural wood cabinets, white appliances, and plenty of storage! A large eating bar allows for easy meals for the homeowner. A family room abuts the kitchen. This space is great for overflow and enough room for a dining room table. Three bedrooms and a full bath are featured on the main level. The two smaller bedrooms have laminate plank flooring for easy cleaning! The lower level is easily accessed from the family room. Walking down the stairs you step into a flex room. Great for a playroom, home theater, or game room! The foundation shows off a foundation system that has been installed for several years and includes a transferrable warranty. DRY BASEMENT! A bonus room for guests and large 3/4th bath is nicely tucked into the LL layout for privacy. Upstairs, off of the family room, the deck gives you a private retreat with shade trees and easy landscaping. A small patio below makes it easy to walk around the house. The side yard is open and ready for a playset, garden, or for your 4 legged pup! 🏠

📲Give us a call today to take a look!

Listed by Bethanie Farus
Broker/Owner
1st Choice Realty
250 N Clark St, Forest City, IA 50436
Cell: (641) 903-9700
Office: (641) 585-2404
[email protected]
www.fcrealty.com
- Licensed in IA and MN -

10/24/2026

🚨NEW ACREAGE LISTING ALERT! 🚨

📍1525 Palm Avenue, Goodell, A 🛏 4 Bedrooms 🚽2 Baths
$279,900

➡More info: https://iamls.paragonrels.com/CCR/collablink/006fd684-8965-4383-a21c-7253a33ff22d/listings/results?&forMlsId=IAMLS&sid=K5pqRbFlWfD

👀 Virtual tour: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=XQhoFjTw7Uw

This vintage acreage is the perfect set up for a homestead on a hard-surfaced road! Classic, brick farm buildings, a large pasture, large metal sheds, and great groves for windbreaks; A buyer looking for buildings for animals, here is your place! On top of that, the 4 bedroom, 2 bath farm house is updated and picture perfect for the family. The living room and dining feature original hardwood floors and large windows. Adjacent sits the eat-in kitchen with solid wood cabinets and a white appliance suite. 2 bedrooms and a bath sit quietly down the hall on the main level. Upstairs features 2 large bedrooms (w/ walk-in closets) and small reading nook! Extra storage closets frame the hallway. The lower level is finished with a very large 33'x12' family room, extended bathroom (w/ soaking tub and walk-in shower) and laundry w/ extra storage. The spacious mudroom is a great transition between the outside farm life and the house. Featuring a sink, washer/dryer hookups (in-wall) and extra storage. Easily transition from the attached garage, or yard to mud-room, clean up, and go in! The 1st metal building features a large shop (insulated w/ concrete floor) & equipment storage. The 2nd and 3rd sheds are currently rented out for equipment storage. Renter is willing to stay! The large, well-kept grain bin offers great storage for grain right on-site. The septic and shingles are offered to be updated by Sellers, or a credit given.

📲Give us a call today to take a look!

Listed by Bethanie Farus
Broker/Owner
1st Choice Realty
250 N Clark St, Forest City, IA 50436
Cell: (641) 903-9700
Office: (641) 585-2404
[email protected]
www.fcrealty.com
- Licensed in IA and MN -

10/24/2026

🚨STUNNING ACREAGE ALERT! 🚨

📍10886 Keystone Ave, Greene, IA 🛏 4 Bedrooms 🚽2 Baths
$439,900

➡More info: https://iamls.paragonrels.com/CCR/collablink/db6faf84-aaf2-4b4e-8768-72f7284f5f0b/listings/results?&forMlsId=IAMLS&sid=I01Ug7eXNi_

Sitting just down the road from town, you will notice this picturesque acreage with bright red buildings & white roofs, a white picket fence, and mature trees. A quick turn off of the main road and you pull right up the drive and what a view! This classic farmhouse has been remodeled & updated. Walking up the wrap around composite deck, the front door opens into a large living room with large windows offering natural light and a beautiful view of the homestead grounds. An updated oak kitchen expands to a wrap around peninsula. Sitting next to the kitchen is a large dining room, enough to accommodate those large holiday gatherings (table and hutch can stay)! The family room is a quite area at the back of the house for a playroom or extra TV space. The main level, primary suite features a stone, gas fireplace. Through a private hallway, you enter the flex space with 2 closets and a 3/4th bath. Use as a dressing room, office, or attached nursery! The full bath is located next to the living room for easy access, and features a built-in laundry. The 2nd story offers 3 bedrooms and a loft! Outdoors was set up for the perfect family homestead. Just off of the deck the detached, double garage is insulated and VERY CLEAN. This building also offers an insulated and heated shop w/ a 1/2 bath! Look at that wood detailing! A party shed is located down the lawn. Featuring a covered porch, insulated/heated interior, & garage door. A barn is also finished w/ a loft!

📲Give us a call today to take a look!

Listed by Bethanie Farus
Broker/Owner
1st Choice Realty
250 N Clark St, Forest City, IA 50436
Cell: (641) 903-9700
Office: (641) 585-2404
[email protected]
www.fcrealty.com
- Licensed in IA and MN -

10/20/2026

Have you seen our Home for the Holidays | Tour of Homes yet? We show you inside four of our beautiful listings to help you imagine where your next family gathering could take place. 🎄

10/18/2026

🏡 Looking for a fixer-upper with plenty of space and potential—all under $100K? This 5-bedroom home in Fertile offers the opportunity to bring your vision to life! 🛠️

📍106 Spring St., Fertile 🛏️ 5 bedrooms 🛁 2 baths | $93,900

🚨More info: https://iamls.paragonrels.com/CCR/collablink/50812cd4-a24f-493c-9b5b-0ed4f64fc82c/listings/results?&forMlsId=IAMLS&sid=Tt8qLpLIG8V

This home is ready for a new life! Sitting quietly in Fertile, IA on a corner lot, you will appreciate the spacious layout, extra garage space, and sunporch. The home needs some renovation due to a water leak. But with a little sweat equity, you can easily make a beautiful home in a charming small town. 🏠

Fertile features the Winnebago River, Cafe Mir, a local library, and more! Located in Worth County, graduating seniors enjoy an county grant for college! Fertile is ideally settled between Forest City, I-35, Clear Lake, and Mason City. 🤩

📲Give us a call today to take a look!

Listed by Bethanie Farus
Broker/Owner
1st Choice Realty
250 N Clark St, Forest City, IA 50436
Cell: (641) 903-9700
Office: (641) 585-2404
[email protected]
www.fcrealty.com
- Licensed in IA and MN -