Spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath home with a flexible and inviting layout. Step inside through the welcoming walk-in foyer, setting the tone for the home’s character and functionality. The open concept design connects the living room, family room, and formal dining area, creating a great setup for everyday living and entertaining. Natural light pours in through the many windows, giving the home a bright and comfortable feel throughout. Upstairs, you’ll find dual staircases that add convenience and a unique architectural touch. The front deck offers a nice space to relax and enjoy the outdoors. A major bonus is the additional parcel included next to the home, offering excellent potential to build a garage on either side of the property. Additional features include central air and off street parking. With generous living space, extra land, and a thoughtful layout, this home offers comfort, versatility, and room to grow.
Active - contingent
$98,000
253 S Central Ave, Burlington, IA 52601
4beds
2,020sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1868
4,791 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$49/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Off street parkingOpen concept designFlexible and inviting layoutCentral airWelcoming walk-in foyer
- 78 days |
- 231 |
- 17 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Adrian Wilson 319-371-4562,
Thrive Realty
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6337725
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Stone/Rock,Unfinished
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,020 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
Lot
- Size: 4,791 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 65 x 72
Details
- Parcel number: 1605185011
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1868
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: BARRETS ADD
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Burlington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $49/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $72,900
- Annual tax amount: $1,354
- Date on market: 4/29/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 79 days
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $98,000+263%$49/sqft |
Source:  NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6337725 Report a problem | ||
| 12/6/2014 | Listing removed | $27,000$13/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Property Professionals #118380 Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2014 | Listed for sale | $27,000$13/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Property Professionals #118380 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,354 +14.4% | $72,900 +4.6% |
| 2024 | $1,184 -15.7% | $69,700 |
| 2023 | $1,404 -1.5% | $69,700 -0.4% |
| 2022 | $1,426 -6.8% | $70,000 |
| 2021 | $1,530 +0.7% | $70,000 |
| 2020 | $1,520 +43.9% | $70,000 |
| 2019 | $1,056 | $70,000 +52.5% |
| 2018 | -- | $45,900 +11.4% |
| 2017 | $992 +5.8% | $41,200 |
| 2016 | $938 | $41,200 |
| 2015 | $938 -1.3% | $41,200 -2.4% |
| 2014 | $950 +3.9% | $42,200 |
| 2013 | $914 +2.9% | -- |
| 2012 | $888 +2.8% | -- |
| 2011 | $864 +0.9% | -- |
| 2010 | $856 +7.3% | -- |
| 2009 | $798 +5.6% | -- |
| 2008 | $756 +4.7% | -- |
| 2007 | $722 -5.7% | -- |
| 2005 | $766 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 52601
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10James Wilson Grimes SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.7 mi
- 3/10Edward Stone Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 3/10Burlington Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
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