You won't believe the Interior! As you enter the property, you'll be greeted by beautiful character with modern updates that appear to have always been there. The main level has an updated kitchen, complete with high-end appliances, ample cabinet space, quartz counters, breakfast bar and a kegerator. The dining is conveniently located next to the kitchen, making it easy to entertain. A cozy gas fireplace and wood ceiling add to the warmth of this living space. Upstairs, you'll find the spacious master with en-suite bathroom. The yard is a true retreat with covered deck, white picket fence and paver patio. Don't miss out on this FANTASTIC home with tons of CHARACTER!
Sold for $298,000
$298,000
1603 1st Ave E, Spencer, IA 51301
4beds
3,028sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
0.3 Acres Lot
$327,100 Zestimate®
$98/sqft
$2,364 Estimated rent
Home value
$327,100
$311,000 - $347,000
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Cozy gas fireplaceWhite picket fenceUpdated kitchenHigh-end appliancesAmple cabinet spacePaver patioCovered deck
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Listed by:
Kim Bates PRIM:712-260-7149,
Northwest Iowa Realty
Bought with:
Kim Bates, B41316
Northwest Iowa Realty
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR,MLS#: 231006
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Carpet, Walk In Closet
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Description: Wood
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Description: Wood
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Description: Wood
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 1
- Description: Half Bath, Tile
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Description: Full Bath With Shower, Heated Tile Floor, And Dual Sinks
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 3
- Description: Full Bath With Shower, Tile
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 4
- Description: Tile
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
Family room
- Description: Carpet
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Description: Tile
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
Rec room
- Description: Vinyl Planks
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Range/Stove, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Finished-Partial,Block,Concrete,Full
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,528
- Total interior livable area: 3,028 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,592
- Finished area below ground: 436
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 0.3 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 963607130008
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Stick Built
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: IA
Location
- Region: Spencer
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $98/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $315,950
- Annual tax amount: $3,986
- Date on market: 9/6/2023
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/30/2023 | Sold | $298,000-2.3%$98/sqft |
Source:  Iowa Great Lakes BOR #231006 Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2023 | Pending sale | $305,000$101/sqft |
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #231006 Report a problem | ||
| 9/21/2023 | Contingent | $305,000$101/sqft |
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #231006 Report a problem | ||
| 9/6/2023 | Listed for sale | $305,000+60.5%$101/sqft |
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #231006 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2014 | Sold | $190,000-4.9%$63/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/20/2013 | Listed for sale | $199,750$66/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Jacobsen Real Estate #12061 Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2013 | Listing removed | $199,750$66/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Jacobsen Real Estate #11948 Report a problem | ||
| 8/23/2013 | Listed for sale | $199,750$66/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Jacobsen Real Estate #11948 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,668 +12.4% | $315,950 +8.4% |
| 2024 | $4,154 +4.2% | $291,530 +4.4% |
| 2023 | $3,986 +3.1% | $279,120 +18.7% |
| 2022 | $3,868 -1.4% | $235,110 +4.3% |
| 2021 | $3,922 | $225,360 +3.9% |
| 2020 | $3,922 +4.2% | $216,810 |
| 2019 | $3,764 -2.5% | $216,810 +1.5% |
| 2018 | $3,860 | $213,660 +7.7% |
| 2017 | $3,860 +4.5% | $198,340 +0.7% |
| 2016 | $3,694 +13.7% | $196,980 +13.7% |
| 2015 | $3,248 | $173,250 +0.2% |
| 2014 | $3,248 +6.8% | $172,880 |
| 2013 | $3,042 +4% | -- |
| 2012 | $2,924 +11.3% | -- |
| 2011 | $2,626 +4% | -- |
| 2010 | $2,524 +7.1% | -- |
| 2009 | $2,356 +7.4% | -- |
| 2007 | $2,194 +4.2% | -- |
| 2005 | $2,106 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 51301
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GreatSchools rating
- NAFairview Park Elementary SchoolGrades: 1-2Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Spencer Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 7/10Spencer High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 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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