1985 Simpson St. Outstanding Location on the south end of Dubuque, Iowa. Close commute to downtown and the west end. Minutes to schools K-12 and colleges. Check out this magnificent brick two story on a beautiful lot. Impressive entry and open staircase. High end custom kitchen with beautiful cabinetry, crown molding, heated granite countertops. This is a kitchen that has to be seen! Awesome two story "Great Room" with stone fireplace and wet bar. Four bedrooms on the second floor with the primary featuring a spa bath, fireplace and attached sitting area. Main floor and second floor laundry. Abundant storage. The exterior has a deck with pergola, brick patio, and beautiful yard with perennials and mature trees. A city owned ally has access to the back that serves the three-car garage.
Sold for $695,000
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$695,000
1985 Simpson St, Dubuque, IA 52003
4beds
4,506sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1850
0.46 Acres Lot
$745,500 Zestimate®
$154/sqft
$3,610 Estimated rent
Home value
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$708,000 - $790,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Peggy Nesler 563-580-4670,
American Realty of Dubuque, Inc.
Bought with:
Lisa Anderson
American Realty of Dubuque, Inc.
Source: East Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 149125
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Area: 561 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 33 X 17
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 251.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.9 X 15
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 14.8
Bedroom 4
- Area: 234.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.9 X 14
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 168.33 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 X 8.5
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 251.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 16.9
Family room
- Level: First
- Area: 439.17 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25.10 X 17
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 340 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 X 17
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 147 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.3 X 12
Other
- Dimensions: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Hot Water
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Main Level, Upper Level
Features
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Partial
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Bedroom, Family Room
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 4,506 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,956
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Details: Electricity, Floor Drain, Heat, Service Entry, Water, Remote Garage Door Opener
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Deck
- Exterior features: Playground, Fire Pit
- Fencing: Invisible
Lot
- Size: 0.46 Acres
- Dimensions: 96 x 209
Details
- Parcel number: 1026378036
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Metal, Stone, Cement Board
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Rock
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1850
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: See Recorders site
Location
- Region: Dubuque
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $154/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $675,900
- Annual tax amount: $9,606
- Date on market: 3/28/2024
- Listing terms: Cash,Financing
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/30/2024 | Sold | $695,000+2.4%$154/sqft |
Source:  East Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #149125 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2024 | Pending sale | $679,000+6.9%$151/sqft |
Source: East Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #149125 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2021 | Sold | $635,000-2.3%$141/sqft |
Source: East Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #142215 Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2021 | Contingent | $650,000$144/sqft |
Source: East Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #142215 Report a problem | ||
| 4/26/2021 | Listed for sale | $650,000$144/sqft |
Source: East Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #142215 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,110 +3% | $675,900 -3.9% |
| 2024 | $9,814 +2.2% | $703,000 |
| 2023 | $9,606 +57.1% | $703,000 +26.2% |
| 2022 | $6,116 +3% | $557,090 +47.1% |
| 2021 | $5,938 -2% | $378,820 +11.2% |
| 2020 | $6,057 +3.4% | $340,560 |
| 2019 | $5,857 +5.1% | $340,560 +8.1% |
| 2018 | $5,570 -0.7% | $315,010 |
| 2017 | $5,608 +6% | $315,010 +9.2% |
| 2016 | $5,292 | $288,430 |
| 2015 | $5,292 +7.4% | $288,430 +4.3% |
| 2014 | $4,926 | $276,430 |
| 2012 | -- | $276,430 |
| 2011 | -- | $276,430 +3.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $266,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $266,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $266,500 |
| 2006 | $2,710 | -- |
| 2005 | -- | $185,000 |
| 2004 | -- | $185,000 +33.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $138,760 +8% |
| 2002 | -- | $128,480 +2.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $125,290 +9% |
| 2000 | -- | $114,950 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 52003
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Bryant Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 4/10George Washington Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Dubuque Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bryant
- Middle: Washington Jr High
- High: Dubuque Senior
Source: East Central Iowa AOR 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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