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  • Price cut: $6K (6/27)
    $249,000

    1615 1st Ave W, Spencer, IA 51301

    3beds
    1,512sqft
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    $1,802/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1900
    7,405 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $165/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Formal diningMain floor laundrySpacious kitchenMaster bedroom
    Located in west Spencer adjacent to walking/bike trail, 3-bedroom, 2 bath home. The main floor offers spacious kitchen, formal dining, large living room, master bedroom, full bath, and main floor laundry. The upper level has 2 additional bedrooms and full bath; the basement offers great storage and potential for additional living space that the owner has already started to finish. This home also features a large 28' X 40' Detached garage built in 2006 with shop, 400 sq ft loft. All located on 50ft x 250ft lot so lots of back yard space.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Susanne Hallett PRIM:712-363-0144,

    Realty Professionals,

    Mark Hallett 712-363-0145,

    Realty Professionals

    Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR,MLS#: 260250MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Bathroom
      • Features: Main Floor Full Bath, Upper Level Bath
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Stove, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Main Floor Bedrooms
      • Basement: Block,Partial
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,512
      • Total interior livable area: 1,512 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,512
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Driveway, Detached
      • Garage spaces: 2
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: Two,One and One Half
      • Stories: 2
      • Exterior features: In-Grnd Sprklr Sys
      Lot
      • Size: 7,405 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 50 x 250
      Details
      • Parcel number: 963607103007

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Brick, Vinyl Siding, Stick Built
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • Year built: 1900

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Circuit Breakers
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: IA
      Location
      • Region: Spencer

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $165/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $158,250
      • Annual tax amount: $1,830
      • Date on market: 4/12/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/27/2026Price change$249,000-2.4%$165/sqft
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        5/25/2026Price change$255,000-3.8%$169/sqft
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        5/4/2026Price change$265,000-3.6%$175/sqft
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        4/12/2026Listed for sale$275,000$182/sqft
        Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #260250 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,830 -1.9%$158,250 +7.9%
        2024$1,866 -4.8%$146,730
        2023$1,960 +14.1%$146,730 +18.8%
        2022$1,718 -11.4%$123,490 +13.8%
        2021$1,940 $108,540 -5.5%
        2020$1,940 +16.2%$114,900
        2019$1,670 +1.8%$114,900 +11.7%
        2018$1,640 $102,830 +12.2%
        2017$1,640 +9.8%$91,660
        2016$1,494 -6.9%$91,660 -6%
        2015$1,604 $97,560
        2014$1,604 +15.7%$97,560
        2013$1,386 +3%--
        2012$1,346 -1.2%--
        2011$1,362 +4.3%--
        2010$1,306 -0.2%--
        2009$1,308 +22.5%--
        2007$1,068 +5.1%--
        2005$1,016 --
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 51301

        Getting around

        52 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        47 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • 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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