Welcome to 234 Desoto in Waterloo! This beautifully maintained ranch-style home offers the perfect combination of comfort and functionality. The main floor features two bedrooms, a full bathroom, a bright living room, and a well-appointed kitchen, providing everything you need for convenient, everyday living. The lower level expands your space with a large family room, a third bedroom, and a 3/4 bathroom—perfect for guests, entertaining, or additional living space. Outside, you'll find a deck overlooking the fenced backyard that backs up to a tranquil wooded area, offering a sense of privacy and a great place to relax. The two-stall detached garage provides plenty of storage and parking. With numerous updates throughout, this home is truly move-in ready. Don’t miss the chance to make it your own—schedule your showing today!
Sold for $220,000
$220,000
234 Desoto Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701
3beds
1,702sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1964
7,840.8 Square Feet Lot
$223,500 Zestimate®
$129/sqft
$1,415 Estimated rent
Home value
$223,500
$199,000 - $253,000
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Tranquil wooded areaLarge family roomFenced backyardThird bedroomWell-appointed kitchen
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Listed by:
Ryan Backes 319-240-5039,
Backes Real Estate
Bought with:
Jonathan Rogers, S69277000
Oakridge Real Estate
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 20250341
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
Family room
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Basement: Block,Concrete
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,702 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 750
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 2 Stall, Detached Garage
- Carport spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 7,840 sqft
- Dimensions: 65 x 120
- Features: Views, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 891316351012
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Shingle,Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1964
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Waterloo
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/7/2025 | Sold | $220,000+2.3%$129/sqft |
Source:  Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20250341 Report a problem | ||
| 1/30/2025 | Pending sale | $215,000$126/sqft |
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20250341 Report a problem | ||
| 1/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $215,000+59.3%$126/sqft |
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20250341 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/16/2019 | Sold | $135,000+4.7%$79/sqft |
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20194396 Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/2019 | Pending sale | $129,000$76/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/22/2019 | Listed for sale | $129,000+5.7%$76/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/26/2017 | Sold | $122,000-2.4%$72/sqft |
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| 4/23/2017 | Pending sale | $125,000$73/sqft |
Source: Oakridge Realtors #20171940 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2017 | Listed for sale | $125,000+7.3%$73/sqft |
Source: Oakridge Realtors #20171940 Report a problem | ||
| 9/14/2015 | Sold | $116,500$68/sqft |
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| 10/8/2014 | Sold | $116,500-2.8%$68/sqft |
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| 8/29/2014 | Pending sale | $119,900$70/sqft |
Source: Oakridge Realtors Inc #20141917 Report a problem | ||
| 8/26/2014 | Price change | $119,900-2.4%$70/sqft |
Source: Oakridge Realtors Inc #20141917 Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/2014 | Price change | $122,900-3.2%$72/sqft |
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| 7/9/2014 | Price change | $127,000-1.9%$75/sqft |
Source: Oakridge Realtors Inc #20141917 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2014 | Listed for sale | $129,500+19.4%$76/sqft |
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| 8/4/2009 | Sold | $108,500+25.4%$64/sqft |
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| 8/29/2005 | Sold | $86,500$51/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,224 +8.7% | $172,550 +8.6% |
| 2024 | $2,966 +11.5% | $158,850 |
| 2023 | $2,660 +2.8% | $158,850 +22.2% |
| 2022 | $2,588 +8.8% | $129,990 |
| 2021 | $2,379 +9.6% | $129,990 +14.4% |
| 2020 | $2,170 -9.1% | $113,630 +7% |
| 2019 | $2,387 +0.8% | $106,190 |
| 2018 | $2,368 0% | $106,190 |
| 2017 | $2,368 -0.4% | $106,190 |
| 2016 | $2,378 | $106,190 +1.3% |
| 2015 | $2,378 +10% | $104,860 |
| 2014 | $2,162 -2.3% | $104,860 |
| 2012 | $2,213 +6.1% | $104,860 |
| 2011 | $2,086 +3.3% | $104,860 +4.1% |
| 2010 | $2,020 +2.8% | $100,700 |
| 2009 | $1,965 +2.2% | $100,700 |
| 2008 | $1,923 +1.7% | $100,700 +7% |
| 2007 | $1,891 -0.5% | $94,110 |
| 2006 | $1,901 -3.3% | $94,110 |
| 2005 | $1,966 +5.8% | $94,110 +13.6% |
| 2003 | $1,858 +6.3% | $82,850 |
| 2002 | $1,749 +11.1% | $82,850 +18% |
| 2001 | $1,573 | $70,210 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 50701
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Fred Becker Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.4 mi
- 1/10Central Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 2/10East High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Fred Becker Elementary
- Middle: Central
- High: East High
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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