Discover charm and care in 1544 Southern Avenue! A 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home on Dubuque’s desirable south end. Thoughtfully updated while preserving its original character, this home features new windows, flooring, and more. Outside you will enjoy great, in-town views and space to entertain, while indoors you will find beautiful hardwoods throughout the spacious main floor. With an attached 1-car and clearly cared for by its current and past owners, this home is a gem and ready to welcome you home!
Sold for $170,000
$170,000
1544 Southern Ave, Dubuque, IA 52003
3beds
1,812sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1944
7,405.2 Square Feet Lot
$172,700 Zestimate®
$94/sqft
$1,744 Estimated rent
Home value
$172,700
$157,000 - $190,000
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Desirable south endBeautiful hardwoodsNew windowsIn-town viewsSpacious main floor
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Listed by:
Alison Burgmeier 563-590-8489,
Real Broker, LLC
Bought with:
Rose Bowen-Conlon
Keller Williams Legacy Group
Source: East Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 150898
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x6
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x10
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x14
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19x12
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x10
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x14
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: One
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,812 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,658
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached
- Has attached garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 7,405 sqft
- Dimensions: 115 x 64
Details
- Parcel number: 1501201016
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1944
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Dubuque
- Subdivision: LOT 1 DIEBOLD'S PLACE #2
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Financing
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/14/2025 | Sold | $170,000-5%$94/sqft |
Source:  East Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #150898 Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2025 | Contingent | $179,000$99/sqft |
Source: East Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #150898 Report a problem | ||
| 1/7/2025 | Price change | $179,000-3.2%$99/sqft |
Source: East Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #150898 Report a problem | ||
| 12/13/2024 | Price change | $184,900-5.1%$102/sqft |
Source: East Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #150898 Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2024 | Price change | $194,900-2.5%$108/sqft |
Source: East Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #150898 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2024 | Listed for sale | $199,900+42.8%$110/sqft |
Source: East Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #150898 Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2019 | Sold | $140,000-2%$77/sqft |
Source: East Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #137633 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2019 | Pending sale | $142,900$79/sqft |
Source: EXIT Realty Dubuque #137633 Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2019 | Listed for sale | $142,900+95.8%$79/sqft |
Source: EXIT Realty Dubuque #137633 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2005 | Sold | $73,000$40/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,320 +3.2% | $171,900 +0.2% |
| 2024 | $2,248 -3% | $171,500 |
| 2023 | $2,318 +4.3% | $171,500 +19.7% |
| 2022 | $2,222 +1.9% | $143,320 |
| 2021 | $2,180 +31.9% | $143,320 +9.8% |
| 2020 | $1,652 -0.2% | $130,510 +40.5% |
| 2019 | $1,655 +3.1% | $92,910 +4.4% |
| 2018 | $1,605 +9.2% | $89,020 |
| 2017 | $1,470 +4.4% | $89,020 +7.1% |
| 2016 | $1,408 | $83,130 |
| 2015 | $1,408 +4.6% | $83,130 +1.6% |
| 2014 | $1,346 | $81,850 +4.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $78,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $78,200 |
| 2010 | -- | $78,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $78,200 |
| 2008 | -- | $78,200 |
| 2006 | $1,266 | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 52003
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Bryant Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 5/10George Washington Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 4/10Dubuque Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bryant
- Middle: Washington Jr High
- High: Dubuque Senior
Source: East Central Iowa AOR 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.
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