Address
1203 Lakeshore Drive, Okoboji, IA
Price
$ 3,135,000
Property Attributes
  • MLS#260736
  • TypeSingle Family
  • Listing Status Active
  • CountyDICKINSON
  • CityOkoboji
  • AreaDickinson
  • Zip51355
  • StyleRanch
  • Year Built1968
  • Taxes$ 15992
  • Price$ 3,135,000
  • Bedrooms4
  • Full Bathrooms2
  • Half Bathrooms0
  • Sqr Footage2400
  • Lot Size0.18 Acres
Data Source:
Iowa Great Lakes BOR (IGLBOR)
Property Description

For over 50 years, the iconic red house on Smith's Bay has been a familiar landmark on West Lake Okoboji. Now completely reimagined, this 4BR, 2BA waterfront home perfectly blends midcentury nostalgia with modern lake living. The thoughtful renovation preserves the character that made this home special while updating virtually every detail for today's lifestyle. Sold newly furnished — including décor, furniture, kitchenware, silverware, linens, towels, and the dock — it's truly move-in ready. Low-maintenance living means more time enjoying the lake with artificial turf, extensive updates throughout and maintenance-free finishes inside and out. A two-car garage, oversized parking apron, and seller-paid home inspection add even more value and peace of mind. This isn't just a remodeled lake house—it's one of Smith's Bay's most recognizable homes, thoughtfully restored for the next generation to enjoy. Classic Okoboji, beautifully reimagined.

Price History
6/30/2026 Listed $3,135,000

General Features

Sewer Public Sewer
Construction Stick Built
Heating Fireplace,Forced Air
Cooling Central
Roof Asphalt
Appliances Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Indoor Grill,Microwave,Range/Stove,Refrigerator,Washer
Flood Zone No
Number of Garage Spaces 2
School District Okoboji
Electric Breakers
Architectural Style Ranch
Stories Count 2
Class RESIDENTIAL
Assessments No
Levels Two
Type Single Family Residence
Yearly Taxes 15992
Property Condition Updated/Remodeled
Waterfront Frontage 50
Tax Year 2024
Parcel Number 0720303005
Fuel Natural Gas
Status Active
Subdivision IA
Sale/Rent For Sale
Lot Sqft 8000
Construction Materials Brick,Wood Siding
Primary City Okoboji
Year Built 1968
Directions Hwy 71 to Okoboji,west on Lakeshore Drive.
City Okoboji
Disclosures Lead Based Paint Disc,Other,Property Condition Disc
Total Sq Ft 2400
Virtual Tour https://youtube.com/shorts/jBPHzgopKJQ?feature=shareive.google.com/file/d/1jVoFP0AJDAnqfNn5vtJ3Qfuf80j2YFtX/view?usp=drive_link
Branded Virtual Tour https://youtu.be/Susl1wTVDBs
DOM 78
Secondary City Dickinson County
Postal Code 51355
Price Per Sq Ft Total AG 1306.25
Public Remarks For over 50 years,the iconic red house on Smith's Bay has been a familiar landmark on West Lake Okoboji. Now completely reimagined,this 4BR,2BA waterfront home perfectly blends midcentury nostalgia w

Interior Features

Interior Features Ceiling Fan(s),Eat-in Kitchen,Garage Door Opener,Kitchen Center Island,Main Floor Bedrooms,Pantry,Smoke Alarms,Tiled Floors,Vaulted Ceilings,Walk-in Closet,Window Coverings
Dining Open Floor Plan
Furnished Y/N Yes
Fireplace 1
Total Baths 2
Full Baths 1
3/4 Baths 1
Bath Description 3/4 Basement,Main Floor Full Bath
Fireplace Features Gas
Basement Features Daylight/Lookout Wnd,Egress Windows,Finished-Full,Walkout
Basement Material Concrete Block
Basement Style Full,Walkout
Lock Box Type None
Fin Above Grade 1200
Fin Below Grade 1200
Total Fin SqFt 2400

Exterior Features

Exterior Features Deck,Dock,Driveway-Concrete,Patio
Waterfront 1
Garage Type Attached
Waterfront Name West Okoboji Lake
Lot Size Source Assessor
Water Source Public/City
Approx Lot Dimensions 50x160
Mechanicals Water Heater-Gas
Approx Acres 0.18

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Property vs Single Family Average in 51355

Price
AVG $1.86M
$3.14M
Taxes
AVG $9,868
$15,992
Year Built
AVG 2003
1968
Visits
AVG 20
131
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