Charming 3 bedroom ranch in a desirable neighborhood near parks and schools. Natural light fills the inviting living spaces, while the functional layout makes everyday living easy. Step outside to enjoy a spacious, well-kept yard, ideal for relaxing evenings or weekend gatherings. Whether you're just starting out or downsizing, this one checks all the boxes!
Sold for $188,000
$188,000
1203 W 5th St, Spencer, IA 51301
4beds
1,946sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$188,100 Zestimate®
$97/sqft
$1,481 Estimated rent
Home value
$188,100
Estimated sales range
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Natural lightInviting living spacesSpacious well-kept yardFunctional layout
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Listed by:
Nicole Nimke PRIM:(712)363-0287,
EXIT Realty Midwest- Spencer/Emmetsburg
Bought with:
Kim Bates, B41316
Bates Realty, LLC
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR,MLS#: 251348
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Range/Stove, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,196
- Total interior livable area: 1,946 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,196
- Finished area below ground: 750
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 8,712 sqft
- Dimensions: 71 x 124
Details
- Parcel number: 963712378011
- Other equipment: Air to Air Exchange
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Stick Built
Condition
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Spencer
- Subdivision: IA
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/30/2026 | Sold | $188,000+3%$97/sqft |
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| 6/6/2026 | Pending sale | $182,499$94/sqft |
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| 5/27/2026 | Contingent | $182,499$94/sqft |
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| 1/6/2026 | Price change | $182,499-3.9%$94/sqft |
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| 10/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $190,000-2.6%$98/sqft |
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| 10/13/2025 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2025 | Price change | $195,000-2.5%$100/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $200,000+2.6%$103/sqft |
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| 8/21/2023 | Sold | $195,000-2.5%$100/sqft |
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| 7/12/2023 | Contingent | $199,900$103/sqft |
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| 7/5/2023 | Listed for sale | $199,900$103/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,782 +19.3% | $179,940 |
| 2023 | $2,332 +4.5% | $179,940 +24.4% |
| 2022 | $2,232 -6% | $144,640 +5.4% |
| 2021 | $2,374 | $137,250 -0.5% |
| 2020 | $2,374 +13.8% | $137,890 |
| 2019 | $2,086 +1.8% | $137,890 +9.9% |
| 2018 | $2,050 | $125,490 +7.8% |
| 2017 | $2,050 +4.8% | $116,390 |
| 2016 | $1,956 +3.9% | $116,390 +3.6% |
| 2015 | $1,882 | $112,390 |
| 2014 | $1,882 +12.4% | $112,390 |
| 2013 | $1,674 +3.3% | -- |
| 2012 | $1,620 -3.5% | -- |
| 2011 | $1,678 +4.2% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,610 +16.7% | -- |
| 2009 | $1,380 +10.2% | -- |
| 2007 | $1,252 +4.9% | -- |
| 2005 | $1,194 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 51301
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAJohnson Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-KDistance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10Spencer Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 7/10Spencer High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Spencer
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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