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Here's your chance to own an amazing 1 of a kind property! The former Villanova Church in Charlotte, IA has been lovingly transformed and the possibilities are endless. The basement is now a contemporary 2-3 bedroom, 2 bath home featuring daylight windows throughout, a gas fireplace, large kitchen and open floorplan. The main floor of the former church is now living quarters with a lodge feel including a stone wood burning fireplace, original vaulted ceilings, 3 bedrooms (2 in the loft) and kitchen that leads out to a deck with breathtaking views and another stone wood burning fireplace! Large open heated breezeway leads to the 28 x 28 attached garage that has a finished loft above that was built with flexibility in mind. It could easily be commercial kitchen space or if you need independent living space, the area with 2 sinks could be transformed to a bathroom. 2 furnaces and 2 a/c units for zoned climate control. Zone 1 is the basement (serviced by the small furnace & a/c), zone 2 is the main floor and zone 2a is the breezeway and above the garage (both zones serviced by the larger furnace & a/c). Supplemented with 42 solar panels. Fiber Optic has been run to the house. All appliances stay with the property (except the garage loft refrigerator & 2 freezers). 30 acres mol (survey to be done) of recreation ground with 16 acres in CRP, 2 ponds, fruit trees, mowed trails throughout and a food plot. The wildlife is abundant! There is also an easement for the cemetery.
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MLS ID: QC4261526
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About Charlotte
Charlotte, IA is a small rural community that offers a quiet, close-knit lifestyle surrounded by open farmland and rolling countryside. The area appeals to residents who value simplicity, space, and a slower pace of life. Daily living in Charlotte is shaped by strong community ties and a peaceful setting, while nearby towns provide access to additional services, shopping, and employment. The surrounding landscape creates opportunities for outdoor enjoyment, including walking country roads, gardening, and appreciating Iowa’s agricultural scenery.
Real estate in Charlotte reflects its rural character and affordability. Housing options primarily consist of single-family homes, many set on larger lots that provide ample outdoor space and privacy. Buyers will find modest ranch-style homes, traditional two-story houses, and older residences with long-standing local character. Properties often include detached garages, sheds, or outbuildings, which appeal to buyers seeking storage or workspace.
The area surrounding Charlotte offers additional real estate opportunities in the form of acreage properties and farm-adjacent homes. These options are well suited for buyers interested in hobby farming, gardening, or simply enjoying wide-open views and minimal development. The housing market is generally accessible, making Charlotte attractive to first-time homebuyers, retirees, and those looking to reduce housing costs while gaining more land.
Charlotte’s appeal lies in its simplicity and sense of community. While it does not offer urban density or large-scale development, it provides a comfortable and grounded way of life. With its affordable homes, spacious lots, and rural setting, Charlotte is an appealing choice for buyers seeking quiet living and a strong connection to the land in eastern Iowa.
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