Pending

$135,000

1527 Bertch Ave, Waterloo, IA 50702

3beds

1,378sqft

$1,004/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1927

6,534 Square Feet Lot

$127,200 Zestimate^®

$98/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Screened-in porchComfortable layoutExtra-large double garagePlenty of natural lightHardwood floors throughout

Welcome to 1527 Bertch Ave! This charming 3-bedroom home offers a great mix of character, space, and functionality. Inside, you’ll find hardwood floors throughout, a comfortable layout, and plenty of natural light. The home features 1 full bathroom, plus a shower located in the basement for added convenience. Enjoy the screened-in porch, perfect for relaxing, morning coffee, or extra seasonal living space. Outside, the property includes an extra-large double garage with plenty of room for parking, storage, hobbies, or a shop setup. With practical features, classic charm, and great garage space, this home is a solid opportunity for anyone looking for affordable living with room to spread out.

40 days

153

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Rooms

Room types: Dining Room Separate, Workshop, Living Room Separate

Other

Level: Upper

Other

Level: Main

Other

Level: Lower

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater
Laundry: Lower Level

Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Basement: Block,Interior Entry,Unfinished
Has fireplace: No
Fireplace features: None

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 1,378 sqft
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: 2 Stall, Detached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Workshop in Garage
Carport spaces: 2

Features

Patio & porch: Enclosed
Fencing: Fenced
Has view: Yes
View description: City

Lot

Size: 6,534 Square Feet
Dimensions: 50x127

Details

Additional structures: Multiple Houses
Parcel number: 891336102019
Zoning: R-1
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Vinyl Siding
Roof: Shingle,Asphalt

Condition

Year built: 1927

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Sidewalks
Security: Smoke Detector(s)
Subdivision: Kenwood Park

Location

Region: Waterloo

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $98/sqft
Tax assessed value: $122,950
Annual tax amount: $2,494
Date on market: 7/10/2026
Cumulative days on market: 40 days
Road surface type: Crushed Rock, Paved

Estimated market value

$127,200

$121,000 - $134,000

$1,096/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/29/2026	Pending sale	$135,000$98/sqft
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20263204 Report a problem
7/10/2026	Listed for sale	$135,000+365.5%$98/sqft
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20263204 Report a problem
2/23/1983	Sold	$29,000$21/sqft
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,272 +9%	$122,950 -0.4%
2024	$2,085 +20%	$123,400
2023	$1,737 +2.9%	$123,400 +35.1%
2022	$1,689 +1.5%	$91,370
2021	$1,663 +2.1%	$91,370 +7.1%
2020	$1,629 +4.9%	$85,310 +0%
2019	$1,553 +1.2%	$85,290 +5.5%
2018	$1,534 +0%	$80,870
2017	$1,534 -1.8%	$80,870
2016	$1,562	$80,870
2015	$1,562 +7.1%	$80,870 +4.9%
2014	$1,458 -14.8%	$77,060 -9%
2012	$1,710 +5.2%	$84,690
2011	$1,626 +3.5%	$84,690 +2.9%
2010	$1,571 +2.9%	$82,280
2009	$1,526 +2.4%	$82,280
2008	$1,491 +1.9%	$82,280 +7%
2007	$1,464 -0.6%	$76,900
2006	$1,472 +14.5%	$76,900
2005	$1,285 +6.1%	$76,900 +33.5%
2003	$1,211 +1.6%	$57,610
2002	$1,192 +11.3%	$57,610 +18%
2001	$1,070	$48,820

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: Liberty Park

Getting around

58 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

26 / 100

Some Transit

54 / 100

Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

5/10
Lowell Elementary School
Grades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
3/10
Bunger Middle School
Grades: 6-8Distance: 3.1 mi
3/10
West High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi

Schools provided by the listing agent

Elementary: Lowell Elementary
Middle: Bunger
High: West High - Waterloo

Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.