Historic character, remarkable space, and an incredible opportunity at $165,000! Built in 1855, this distinctive Antebellum-style home offers over 2,900 sq ft on a 27,000 sq ft lot. Original character shines through quarter-sawn oak woodwork, 8-ft pocket doors, curved walls, brass fixtures, a grand staircase and two ornate fireplaces. The main floor offers flexible living spaces, spacious kitchen and full bath/laundry; upstairs are 3 bedrooms, full bath and a cozy landing ideal for reading or workspace. The seller has continued investing in essential systems and maintenance, with recent servicing and improvements completed. Outside, enjoy brick pathways, mature fruit trees, inviting porches, back deck with screened gazebo, 2-car garage and shed/workshop. Bring your vision and make this extraordinary piece of history your own!
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Price cut: $25K (8/20)
$165,000
116 N 3rd Ave, Villisca, IA 50864
4beds
2,906sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1855
0.62 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$57/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Brick pathwaysQuarter-sawn oak woodworkFlexible living spacesRemarkable spaceCurved wallsInviting porchesHistoric character
- 327 days |
- 817 |
- 57 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Dee Dino 660-853-9137,
Rubey Realty
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6332249
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 109.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9'x12'2
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 184.33 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14'x13'2
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 253.33 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19'x13'4
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 208.54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13'9x15'2
Dining room
- Description: Separate/Formal Dining Rm
- Level: Main
- Area: 249.67 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19'1x13'1
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 118.13 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13'6x8'9
Other
- Level: Upper
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5'4x11'3
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 169.94 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15'4x11'1
Other
- Area: 169.94 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15'4x11'1
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 61.88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5'6x11'3
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 268.33 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28'x9'7
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 266.68 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17'7x15'2
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 307.78 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23'1x13'4
Heating
- Boiler, Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Steam
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Trim: Mixed
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Linoleum, Vinyl
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows
- Basement: Partial,Concrete,Unfinished,Brick/Mortar,Storage Space
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Electric, Living Room, Other
- Common walls with other units/homes: 0
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,906 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,906
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Outside, Concrete, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Fencing: Partial,Vinyl
Lot
- Size: 0.62 Acres
- Dimensions: 150' x 180' = 27,000SqFt
- Features: Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Foundation area: 2028
- Parcel number: 641222329020000
- Zoning: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Shingle,Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1855
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Villisca
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $57/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $191,400
- Annual tax amount: $4,184
- Date on market: 9/27/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 315 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,FHA Rehab 203k
- Inclusions: 24x24 Detached Garage 11'8x17'8 Garden Shed 12'x12' Gazebo Shared entry to driveway with property on North side.
Estimated market value
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Rent Zestimate®
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/20/2026 | Price change | $165,000-13.2%$57/sqft |
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| 7/15/2026 | Price change | $190,000-4.5%$65/sqft |
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| 7/1/2026 | Pending sale | $199,000$68/sqft |
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| 5/30/2026 | Price change | $199,000-11.6%$68/sqft |
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| 4/25/2026 | Price change | $225,000-6.3%$77/sqft |
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| 2/27/2026 | Price change | $240,000-5.9%$83/sqft |
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| 1/15/2026 | Price change | $255,000-1.5%$88/sqft |
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| 10/28/2025 | Price change | $259,000-3.7%$89/sqft |
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| 9/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $269,000+438%$93/sqft |
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| 11/2/1998 | Sold | $50,000$17/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,050 +2.4% | $191,400 +0.2% |
| 2024 | $3,954 +21.1% | $191,070 |
| 2023 | $3,266 -0.9% | $191,070 +40.6% |
| 2022 | $3,294 +7.2% | $135,910 |
| 2021 | $3,072 +1.2% | $135,910 +6% |
| 2020 | $3,036 -1.4% | $128,250 |
| 2019 | $3,080 +3.1% | $128,250 |
| 2018 | $2,986 +5.5% | $128,250 |
| 2017 | $2,830 -2.5% | $128,250 |
| 2015 | $2,904 | $128,250 +10.8% |
| 2014 | $2,904 | $115,750 |
| 2012 | -- | $115,750 |
| 2011 | -- | $115,750 -10.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $128,880 |
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Neighborhood: 50864
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Sylvia Enarson Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 4/10Southwest Valley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
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