Is parking easy in Fort Dodge, IA?

As of early 2026, 86% of users say parking is easy

Is a car needed in Fort Dodge, IA?

As of early 2026, 84% of users say car is needed

Are yards well-kept in Fort Dodge, IA?

As of early 2026, 82% of users say yards are well-kept

Is Fort Dodge, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 82% of users say it's dog friendly

Does Fort Dodge, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 73% of users say there are sidewalks

Does Fort Dodge, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say there's holiday spirit

Do kids play outside in Fort Dodge, IA?

As of early 2026, 70% of users say kids play outside

Is there wildlife in Fort Dodge, IA?

As of early 2026, 62% of users say there's wildlife

Would people walk alone at night in Fort Dodge, IA?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are neighbors friendly in Fort Dodge, IA?

As of early 2026, 55% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is Fort Dodge, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 54% of users say it's quiet

Do residents of Fort Dodge, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 48% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is Fort Dodge, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 34% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Is Fort Dodge, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Are the streets well-lit in Fort Dodge, IA?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say streets are well-lit

Are there community events in Fort Dodge, IA?

As of early 2026, 18% of users say there are community events

What is 2443 Elm Dr estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 2443 Elm Dr in Fort Dodge, IA is $132,500 .

What is the price history for 2443 Elm Dr?

2443 Elm Dr in Fort Dodge, IA last sold for $67,000 in March 2016.

Is Fort Dodge a buyer's or seller's market?

Fort Dodge is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What do residents say about Fort Dodge?

Residents describe Fort Dodge, IA as easy to park in, well-kept, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Fort Dodge, IA .

How big is the lot at 2443 Elm Dr?

The lot at 2443 Elm Dr in Fort Dodge, IA is about 0.33 acres (14,157 sq ft).

Does 2443 Elm Dr have a garage?

Yes, 2443 Elm Dr in Fort Dodge, IA has a garage.

OFF MARKET

$132,500

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,008 sqft (on 0.33 acres)

2443 Elm Dr, Fort Dodge, IA 50501

Est. Refi. Payment $926/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Mar 18, 2016 for $67,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$133K

Since last month

$500 (+0.4%)

Since last year

$8K (-5.5%)

Since last sale

$66K (+98.4%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +94% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$133K
August 2026	$133K
July 2026	$132K
June 2026	$137K
May 2026	$140K
April 2026	$136K
March 2026	$136K
February 2026	$133K
January 2026	$134K
2025
December 2025	$136K
November 2025	$136K
October 2025	$139K
September 2025	$139K
August 2025	$141K
July 2025	$141K
June 2025	$141K
May 2025	$138K
April 2025	$138K
March 2025	$136K
February 2025	$132K
January 2025	$129K
2024
December 2024	$131K
November 2024	$131K
October 2024	$129K
September 2024	$128K
August 2024	$129K
July 2024	$131K
June 2024	$132K
May 2024	$131K
April 2024	$128K
March 2024	$127K
February 2024	$123K
January 2024	$123K
2023
December 2023	$124K
November 2023	$127K
October 2023	$127K
September 2023	$126K
August 2023	$127K
July 2023	$127K
June 2023	$127K
May 2023	$125K
April 2023	$122K
March 2023	$121K
February 2023	$118K
January 2023	$116K
2022
December 2022	$119K
November 2022	$121K
October 2022	$122K
September 2022	$122K
August 2022	$121K
July 2022	$121K
June 2022	$120K
May 2022	$118K
April 2022	$116K
March 2022	$114K
February 2022	$110K
January 2022	$110K
2021
December 2021	$111K
November 2021	$112K
October 2021	$112K
September 2021	$112K
August 2021	$113K
July 2021	$113K
June 2021	$103K
May 2021	$86K
April 2021	$81K
March 2021	$80K
February 2021	$79K
January 2021	$77K
2020
December 2020	$75K
November 2020	$77K
October 2020	$79K
September 2020	$81K
August 2020	$77K
July 2020	$79K
June 2020	$75K
May 2020	$74K
April 2020	$72K
March 2020	$80K
February 2020	$80K
January 2020	$81K
2019
December 2019	$80K
November 2019	$79K
October 2019	$85K
September 2019	$82K
August 2019	$81K
July 2019	$82K
June 2019	$82K
May 2019	$80K
April 2019	$77K
March 2019	$76K
February 2019	$75K
January 2019	$75K
2018
December 2018	$75K
November 2018	$75K
October 2018	$75K
September 2018	$74K
August 2018	$74K
July 2018	$74K
June 2018	$74K
May 2018	$74K
April 2018	$74K
March 2018	$73K
February 2018	$73K
January 2018	$73K
2017
December 2017	$72K
November 2017	$72K
October 2017	$72K
September 2017	$71K
August 2017	$71K
July 2017	$71K
June 2017	$71K
May 2017	$71K
April 2017	$70K
March 2017	$70K
February 2017	$70K
January 2017	$69K
2016
December 2016	$69K
November 2016	$69K
October 2016	$69K
September 2016	$68K

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
2434 Elm Dr, Fort Dodge, IA	0.09	Single-Family Home	$48,000	03/06/26	3	1	1,296
23901 235th Ave, Fort Dodge, IA	0.28	Single-Family Home	$108,950	01/22/26	2	1	1,617
22 Circle St, Otho, IA	1.09	Single-Family Home	$37,000	09/16/25	2	1	1,184
402 North St, Otho, IA	1.22	Single-Family Home	$108,000	06/12/26	2	1	848
122 Lincoln St, Otho, IA	1.30	Single-Family Home	$25,000	07/24/26	2	1	896
302 Railroad St, Otho, IA	1.48	Single-Family Home	$145,000	10/03/25	3	1	1,500
110 Lincoln St, Otho, IA	1.30	Single-Family Home	$10,000	10/01/25	2	1	832
2317 255th St, Otho, IA	1.17	Single-Family Home	$246,000	04/27/26	2	1	1,180
28 Circle St, Otho, IA	1.06	Single-Family Home	$57,000	12/17/25	2	1	688
2315 255th St, Otho, IA	1.10	Single-Family Home	$868,000	12/29/25	4	1	20,422

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
2434 Elm Dr, Fort Dodge, IA 50501	0.09	$48,000	3	1	1,296	Recently Sold
23585 Garfield St, Fort Dodge, IA 50501	0.25	$313,700	3	1	1,184	Off Market
2381 Oak Dr, Fort Dodge, IA 50501	0.32	$269,900	5	3.5	1,908	For Sale
23946 Cleveland St, Fort Dodge, IA 50501	0.58	$132,500	2	1	1,068	For Sale
23863 Hays St, Fort Dodge, IA 50501	0.66	$179,900	2	2	1,392	For Sale
2502 Nelson Ave, Otho, IA 50569	0.88	$269,900	2	2.5	1,370	For Sale
232 Main St, Otho, IA 50569	1.47	$169,000	Studio	-	3,300	For Sale
222 Railroad St, Otho, IA 50569	1.50	-	2	1	1,064	Off Market
133 South St, Otho, IA 50569	1.52	$99,900	3	2	1,503	For Sale

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1976

0.33 acre lot

1,008 sqft

$131/sqft

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 2443 Elm Dr, Fort Dodge, IA. 2443 Elm Dr is in Fort Dodge, IA and in ZIP code 50501. This property has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 1,008 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.33 acres and was built in 1976.

2443 Elm Dr, Fort Dodge, IA 50501 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,008 sqft single-family home built in 1976. It last sold for $67,000 on Mar 18, 2016. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $132,500, with a rent estimate of $1,361/month.

Home Details for 2443 Elm Dr

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Carpet, Linoleum Vinyl
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 5

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Other, CompositionFoundation Type: Concrete Block
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1976
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: A-frame

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.33 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Mar 18, 2016 Source: N/A	Sold	$67,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$1,442	$114,690

Additional Cost

Market trends in Fort Dodge

Last updated July 2026

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Available listings

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Around this home

Early Childhood Center
PK-K
Public
387 Students
Fort Dodge Community School District
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GreatSchools Rating
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What Locals Say about Fort Dodge

At least 115 Trulia users voted on each feature.

86 % Say parking is easy
84 % Say car is needed
82 % Say yards are well-kept
82 % Say it's dog friendly
73 % Say there are sidewalks
71 % Say there's holiday spirit
70 % Say kids play outside
62 % Say there's wildlife
60 % Say people would walk alone at night
55 % Say neighbors are friendly
54 % Say it's quiet
48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
34 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
33 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
33 % Say streets are well-lit
18 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Amy r.
Resident
1y ago
"There is nothing to do in downtown Fort Dodge bit listen to drunk people coming out of the bars. No places to shop, no coffee shops close by, a few restaurants. It's dirty and loud downtown."
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Kalyn G. M.
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5y ago
"Great public transit system. I use the bus regularly. certain destinations require a taxi which are cheap here. great bike lanes too, lots of cyclists."
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Kalyn G. M.
Resident
5y ago
"The public transportation system is pretty good. It's never crowded and the drivers are helpful. There are lots of bike paths around."
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Betty J.
Resident
5y ago
"It’s quiet and mostly calm, looks nice and is easy to feel safe in. It’s also easy to fall in love with your home. "
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Sally G.
Resident
6y ago
"pick up after your dog! make sure they are leashed up! Be respectful and considerate of others in the neighborhood."
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Hayleekeller00
Resident
6y ago
"It has good sides of town and great parks. There are a lot of loose cats and dogs so be careful. Everyone kind of minds there own business, that’s what will have everyone else not bother you."
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Zoe V.
Resident
6y ago
"I love that we have local farmers market, community bingo nights, there is always something happening in Fort Dodge"
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Rubieny T.
Resident
6y ago
"This area has several Parks surrounding along with, Shopping centers as well as a variety of restaurants to dine that provide the perfect atmosphere for your leisure. This area also has several Schools which offer a full range of blue ribbon educational services for children of all ages, in addition to various companies that offer the opportunities for work so you’re able to provide a quality of life that’s deserving for all members of your family and friends alike."
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Patricia H.
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7y ago
"its nice people here not loud awesome here better than Chicago were i came from love my city though fort dodge is small but a nice living place for mother's wit kids school good great teachers"
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Heatherfogelman
Resident
7y ago
"The neighborhood is very friendly, and the dogs are always welcome. No one makes the dogs get away from their houses "
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Broch H.
Resident
7y ago
"the school district is not that great, but fort dodge is a decent place to live. there are plenty of parks, and things to do."
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Koribrennan6
Resident
8y ago
"Market on central and other bash’s like the things at fort frenzy. Webster county fair and flea markets are also a big thing that fort dodge has to offer"
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Poog727
Resident
8y ago
"I have lived in the neighborhood all my life neighbors looking out for each other we are all friends we all grew up together in the neighborhood "
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Pamela G.
Resident
8y ago
"it is a quiet neighborhood no crimes not a loud neighborhood not a lot if kids lived here all my mlife"
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Delaneygregerson
Resident
8y ago
"Low income government housing. Mostly friendly neighbor. Close to some restaurants and gas stations. I’m college area. "
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Nate C.
11y ago
"Not as safe... many street intersections in Fort Dodge do not have stoplights, stop signs, or yield signs. If you're not careful, someone will speed by and ram you, particularly during rush hour."
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mourlam m.
12y ago
"Great access to Hwy169 with shopping and schools to the north and the south. Country living in a friendly neighborhood."
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herangeleyes2013
12y ago
"i had a friend that used to live here and it was an okay area with really good bussiness"
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dnewman
13y ago
"Excellent neighborhood! Quiet, peaceful and private. "
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Frequently asked questions about 2443 Elm Dr

What is 2443 Elm Dr estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 2443 Elm Dr in Fort Dodge, IA is $132,500.
What is the price history for 2443 Elm Dr?
2443 Elm Dr in Fort Dodge, IA last sold for $67,000 in March 2016.
Is Fort Dodge a buyer's or seller's market?
Fort Dodge is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What do residents say about Fort Dodge?
Residents describe Fort Dodge, IA as easy to park in, well-kept, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Fort Dodge, IA.
How big is the lot at 2443 Elm Dr?
The lot at 2443 Elm Dr in Fort Dodge, IA is about 0.33 acres (14,157 sq ft).
Does 2443 Elm Dr have a garage?
Yes, 2443 Elm Dr in Fort Dodge, IA has a garage.