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    • $134,900

    1557 Forest Ave, Waterloo, IA 50702

    2beds
    1,302sqft
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    $1,003/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1940
    6,534 Square Feet Lot
    $130,300 Zestimate®
    $104/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Welcome 1557 Forest Avenue!! This charming and affordable Waterloo home offers the perfect combination of character, functionality, and value. Featuring two bedrooms on the main level and a spacious non-conforming bedroom in the lower level, this home provides a great flexible living space for all buyer's at a great price!! Step inside to find a bright and inviting living area filled with natural light and a practical layout designed for everyday living. The kitchen offers ample cabinet space and easy access to the dining area, making meal preparation and entertaining a breeze. The lower level expands your living options with additional finished space, storage, and the non-conforming third bedroom. Outside, you'll appreciate the generous yard with plenty of room for pets, gardening, outdoor gatherings, or simply relaxing after a long day. Conveniently located near schools, parks, shopping, and major thoroughfares, this home offers easy access to everything Waterloo has to offer. 1557 Forest Avenue is packed with potential and ready for its next owner. Call your favorite local REALTOR today!!!!
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    Listed by:

    Bryce J Clark 785-371-6782,

    Re/Max Concepts

    Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 20262887MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Other
      • Level: Upper
      Other
      • Level: Main
      Other
      • Level: Lower
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Built-In Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
      • Laundry: Lower Level
      Features
      • Ceiling Fan(s)
      • Basement: Block,Concrete
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Fireplace features: None
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,302 sqft
      • Finished area below ground: 550

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: 1 Stall
      • Carport spaces: 1
      Lot
      • Size: 6,534 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 50.00 x 127.00
      • Features: Corner Lot
      Details
      • Parcel number: 891336104013
      • Zoning: R-1
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • Year built: 1940

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Sidewalks
      • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
      Location
      • Region: Waterloo

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $104/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $109,270
      • Annual tax amount: $2,395
      • Date on market: 6/25/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 53 days
      • Road surface type: Concrete

        Estimated market value

        $130,300

        $124,000 - $137,000

        $1,171/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/18/2026Pending sale$134,900$104/sqft
        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20262887 Report a problem
        6/25/2026Listed for sale$134,900+26.1%$104/sqft
        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20262887 Report a problem
        1/12/2023Sold$107,000+1.9%$82/sqft
        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20225405 Report a problem
        11/26/2022Pending sale$105,000$81/sqft
        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20225405 Report a problem
        11/24/2022Listed for sale$105,000+18.1%$81/sqft
        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20225405 Report a problem
        2/7/2019Listing removed$88,900$68/sqft
        Source: CENTURY 21 Signature Real Estate #20185673 Report a problem
        11/7/2018Price change$88,900-1.2%$68/sqft
        Source: CENTURY 21 Signature Real Estate #20185673 Report a problem
        10/24/2018Price change$90,000+1.1%$69/sqft
        Source: Century 21 Signature Real Estate - Cedar Falls #20185673 Report a problem
        9/18/2018Price change$89,000-5.2%$68/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        7/24/2018Price change$93,900-1.7%$72/sqft
        Source: Oakridge Realtors #20182630 Report a problem
        5/29/2018Price change$95,500-2.1%$73/sqft
        Source: Oakridge Realtors #20182630 Report a problem
        5/17/2018Listed for sale$97,500+17.5%$75/sqft
        Source: Oakridge Realtors #20182630 Report a problem
        7/13/2015Sold$83,000-2.2%$64/sqft
        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20153577 Report a problem
        5/30/2015Listed for sale$84,900$65/sqft
        Source: Visual Tour #20153577 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$2,395 +12%$109,270 -1%
        2024$2,138 +24.3%$110,420 +3.2%
        2023$1,720 +2.7%$106,970 +36.6%
        2022$1,674 +1.7%$78,310
        2021$1,646 +8.6%$78,310 +7.8%
        2020$1,516 +13.3%$72,670 +6.8%
        2019$1,338 +1.2%$68,030
        2018$1,322 +0%$68,030
        2017$1,322 +76.3%$68,030
        2016$750 $68,030 +105.6%
        2015$750 -46%$33,090 -46.4%
        2014$1,390 -0.8%$61,700 -8.6%
        2012$1,401 +8.9%$67,530 +1.7%
        2011$1,286 +3.3%$66,390 +6.9%
        2010$1,245 +2.8%$62,080
        2009$1,212 +2.2%$62,080
        2008$1,186 +1.7%$62,080 +7%
        2007$1,166 -0.5%$58,020
        2006$1,172 -12.6%$58,020
        2005$1,341 +5.8%$58,020 +2.6%
        2003$1,268 +1.7%$56,530
        2002$1,247 +10.7%$56,530 +18%
        2001$1,126 $47,910
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Liberty Park

        Getting around

        58 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        25 / 100
        Some Transit
        51 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating
        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.

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