Cute as a button and beautifully remodeled, this 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath bungalow sits on an oversized lot in Sparta and offers modern updates with the kind of cozy character that makes a house feel like home. Well-maintained hardwood floors and thoughtful improvements throughout add warmth while giving you peace of mind.The remodel gives the home a fresh look while keeping the character that makes a bungalow feel special. The hardwood floors bring warmth to the living spaces, and the kitchen is one of the standout areas of the home. Recent improvements include a new roof, newer HVAC, and new front and back doors.Out back, the surprisingly large yard is surrounded by a 6-foot privacy fence and shaded by beautiful mature trees. A covered patio with a tin roof makes a great spot to relax, entertain, or enjoy the sound of a summer rain, and a storage shed adds useful space for lawn equipment and outdoor gear.Located on a quiet street while still close to the main road through Sparta, the home offers convenient access toward Ozark and everyday necessities. With its remodeled interior, major updates, inviting outdoor space, and cozy bungalow feel, there is a lot to appreciate here. Schedule your showing today.
Active
$174,000
178 South Avenue, Sparta, MO 65753
2beds
886sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
0.28 Acres Lot
$173,000 Zestimate®
$196/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Surprisingly large yardOversized lotNew roofWell-maintained hardwood floorsModern updatesBeautifully remodeledHardwood floors bring warmth
- 15 days
- 569
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listed by:
The Property Gurus 417-379-8963,
Keller Williams Local
Source: SOMOMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 60331773
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Water Softener Owned, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Main Level, W/D Hookup
Features
- Granite Counters, High Ceilings
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Shutters, Double Pane Windows, Blinds
- Has basement: No
- Attic: Access Only:No Stairs,Partially Finished,Fully Floored
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 886
- Total interior livable area: 886 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 886
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
- Fencing: Privacy,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Dimensions: 95.6 x 129
- Features: Mature Trees, Paved
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 120736002007002000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Permanent, Crawl Space, Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System, Smoke Detector(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
- Subdivision: N/A
Location
- Region: Sparta
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $196/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $55,600
- Annual tax amount: $599
- Date on market: 8/19/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,VA Loan,USDA/RD,FHA,Conventional
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$173,000
$164,000 - $182,000
$980/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/19/2026 | Price change | $174,000+16%$196/sqft |
Source:  SOMOMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #60331773 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2023 | Pending sale | $150,000$169/sqft |
Source: SOMOMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #60245502 Report a problem | ||
| 6/22/2023 | Listed for sale | $150,000$169/sqft |
Source: SOMOMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #60245502 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $597 +4.6% | $10,560 +5.1% |
| 2024 | $571 +0.2% | $10,050 |
| 2023 | $570 +77.2% | $10,050 +78.8% |
| 2022 | $322 | $5,620 |
| 2021 | -- | $5,620 +6.8% |
| 2020 | -- | $5,260 |
| 2019 | -- | $5,260 |
| 2018 | -- | $5,260 |
| 2017 | $280 | $5,260 +7.8% |
| 2016 | $280 | $4,880 |
| 2015 | $280 +19% | $4,880 +11.2% |
| 2014 | $235 +9900.4% | $4,390 |
| 2013 | $2 | $4,390 -50% |
| 2011 | $2 | $8,780 |
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Neighborhood: 65753
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Sparta
- Middle: Sparta
- High: Sparta
Source: SOMOMLS 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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