Pending

Price cut: $25K (8/20)

$165,000

116 N 3rd Ave, Villisca, IA 50864

4beds

2,906sqft

$1,300/mo

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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

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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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: 363 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

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/4/2026	Pending sale	$165,000$57/sqft
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8/20/2026	Price change	$165,000-13.2%$57/sqft
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6332249 Report a problem
7/15/2026	Price change	$190,000-4.5%$65/sqft
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7/1/2026	Pending sale	$199,000$68/sqft
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6332249 Report a problem
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
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6332249 Report a problem
2/27/2026	Price change	$240,000-5.9%$83/sqft
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6332249 Report a problem
1/15/2026	Price change	$255,000-1.5%$88/sqft
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6332249 Report a problem
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
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

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