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Sold for $281,000
  • $281,000

    171 Lovejoy Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701

    3beds
    2,308sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1960
    8,712 Square Feet Lot
    $282,700 Zestimate®
    $122/sqft
    $1,860 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $282,700

    Estimated sales range

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    What's special

    Second cozy fireplaceDeep two-stall tuck-under garageCozy eat-in optionThree generously sized bedroomsBright spacious kitchenTile floorsMassive family room
    Eco-Friendly Practicality in Prospect Boulevard Neighborhood! Welcome home to this unique and beautifully updated raised ranch, perfectly situated in the charming, tree-lined Prospect Boulevard neighborhood and just a short walk to Kingsley Elementary! Say goodbye to high electric bills! This home features fully owned solar panels with an inverter replaced in April 2026 and over 12 years of warranty remaining—offering massive, immediate utility savings from day one. Step inside to a bright, spacious kitchen complete with a pantry, newer appliances, and a cozy eat-in option. For hosting, the formal dining area flows seamlessly into a large, inviting living room anchored by a warm fireplace. Tucked just off the main living space is an expansive, fully insulated porch—an incredible bonus space that could easily be converted into an official finished room with the addition of a mini-split system. Down the hall, three generously sized bedrooms await, alongside a beautifully updated, sunlit full bathroom featuring tile floors, a double vanity, and a jetted tub for a spa-like retreat. The lower level adds to your living space with a massive family room featuring a second cozy fireplace—perfect for movie nights or a game room. You will also find a second bathroom with a shower, a large dedicated storage room, a laundry area, and access to the deep, two-stall tuck-under garage. Move right in with zero deferred maintenance! This home boasts a newer HVAC system, a brand-new water heater (Feb 2026) and an existing radon mitigation system. Don't miss out on this Waterloo gem—schedule your private showing today!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Ethan Jennings 319-610-5320,

    Oakridge Real Estate

    Bought with:

    Scott Norris, S586590

    Fischels Residential Group

    Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 20262063MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
    Other
    • Level: Upper
    Other
    • Level: Main
    Other
    • Level: Lower
    Dining room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 121 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11 x 11
    Family room
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 325 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 25 x 13
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 176 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 16 x 11
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 351 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 27 x 13
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Appliances Negotiable, Dishwasher, Dryer, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Water Softener Owned
    • Laundry: Laundry Room, Lower Level, Washer Hookup
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s)
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Basement: Block,Interior Entry,Floor Drain,Radon Mitigation System
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Multiple, Family Room, Living Room, Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,308 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 800

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: 2 Stall, Tuckunder Garage
    • Has attached garage: Yes
    • Carport spaces: 2
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Enclosed
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: City
    Lot
    • Size: 8,712 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 85 x 100
    • Features: Landscaped
    Details
    • Additional structures: Storage
    • Parcel number: 891334234019
    • Zoning: R-1
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brk Accent, Vinyl Siding
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1960

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

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

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $122/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $295,570
    • Annual tax amount: $5,119
    • Date on market: 5/14/2026
    • Cumulative days on market: 15 days
    • Road surface type: Concrete, Hard Surface Road

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/10/2026Sold$281,000-1.4%$122/sqft
    Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20262063 Report a problem
    5/30/2026Pending sale$285,000$123/sqft
    Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20262063 Report a problem
    5/14/2026Listed for sale$285,000+43.2%$123/sqft
    Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20262063 Report a problem
    8/17/2021Sold$199,000$86/sqft
    Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20213267 Report a problem
    7/14/2021Pending sale$199,000$86/sqft
    Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20213267 Report a problem
    7/13/2021Listed for sale$199,000+24.5%$86/sqft
    Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20213267 Report a problem
    10/28/2016Listing removed$159,900$69/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX HOME GROUP #20162380 Report a problem
    4/30/2016Listed for sale$159,900$69/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX HOME GROUP #20162380 Report a problem
    3/29/2016Listing removed$159,900$69/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX HOME GROUP #20156982 Report a problem
    3/16/2016Price change$159,900-3%$69/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX HOME GROUP #20156982 Report a problem
    3/8/2016Price change$164,900-2.9%$71/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX HOME GROUP #20156982 Report a problem
    11/14/2015Listed for sale$169,900+29.7%$74/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX HOME GROUP #20156982 Report a problem
    6/21/2001Sold$131,000$57/sqft
    Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$4,898 +8.7%$295,570 +25.2%
    2024$4,508 +0.6%$236,010
    2023$4,482 +2.8%$236,010 +10.8%
    2022$4,362 +8%$212,970
    2021$4,037 +1.8%$212,970 +14%
    2020$3,967 -1%$186,840
    2019$4,008 +0.9%$186,840
    2018$3,971 0%$186,840
    2017$3,972 -1.7%$186,840
    2016$4,040 $186,840
    2015$4,040 +5.9%$186,840 +4.8%
    2014$3,814 +5.1%$178,280 -3.4%
    2012$3,628 -1.7%$184,460 +7.3%
    2011$3,689 +3.3%$171,910 -3.5%
    2010$3,572 +2.8%$178,070
    2009$3,475 +2.2%$178,070
    2008$3,401 +1.7%$178,070 +7%
    2007$3,345 -0.5%$166,420
    2006$3,361 +1.7%$166,420
    2005$3,304 +5.8%$166,420 +19.5%
    2003$3,123 $139,230
    2002-- $139,230 +18%
    2001-- $117,990
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 50701

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Kingsley Elementary
    • Middle: Hoover Intermediate
    • 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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