Own a piece of Council Bluffs history with this beautifully restored late Victorian home. Original woodwork, refinished hardwood floors, new carpet, abundant natural light, and a classic swinging door highlight its timeless charm. Enjoy two inviting three season porches perfect for relaxing or entertaining, along with an office or library for a quiet retreat. The spacious third level adds a true wow factor and can serve as a studio, playroom, lounge, hobby room, or private getaway. Updated kitchen and bathroom, newer electrical and plumbing, a mini split system, and off street parking enhance everyday living. With too many features to list, you will want to see this one for yourself.
Sold for $330,000
$330,000
405 S 8th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
5beds
2baths
3,244sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1898
7,840 Square Feet Lot
$335,700 Zestimate®
$102/sqft
$2,177 Estimated rent
Home value
$335,700
$282,000 - $396,000
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Listed by:
Malia Gomez 402-506-3747,
eXp Realty
Bought with:
Brooke Johnson, S73369000
Embarc Realty
Source: SWIAR,MLS#: 25-2526
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Has Heating (Unspecified Type)
Cooling
- Other
Appliances
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Main Level
Features
- Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,244
- Total interior livable area: 3,244 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,244
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 7,840 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0.18 acres
Details
- Parcel number: 7544 36 132 007
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Concrete
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1898
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Bayliss
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Other
Location
- Region: Council Bluffs
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $102/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $160,900
- Annual tax amount: $2,168
- Date on market: 12/15/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/13/2026 | Sold | $330,000-1.5%$102/sqft |
Source: SWIAR #25-2526 Report a problem | ||
| 12/30/2025 | Pending sale | $335,000$103/sqft |
Source: SWIAR #25-2526 Report a problem | ||
| 12/15/2025 | Price change | $335,000+63.4%$103/sqft |
Source: SWIAR #25-2526 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2025 | Price change | $205,000-19.8%$63/sqft |
Source: SWIAR #25-773 Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2024 | Price change | $255,500-8.7%$79/sqft |
Source: SWIAR #24-1041 Report a problem | ||
| 9/6/2024 | Listed for sale | $279,950$86/sqft |
Source: SWIAR #24-1041 Report a problem | ||
| 9/3/2024 | Pending sale | $279,950$86/sqft |
Source: SWIAR #24-1041 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2024 | Price change | $279,950-3.4%$86/sqft |
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| 6/4/2024 | Listed for sale | $289,950$89/sqft |
Source: SWIAR #24-1041 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,168 -10.2% | $160,900 +10.1% |
| 2024 | $2,414 +8.2% | $146,200 |
| 2023 | $2,232 +9.8% | $146,200 +35.5% |
| 2022 | $2,032 +14% | $107,900 |
| 2021 | $1,782 +0.7% | $107,900 +18.1% |
| 2020 | $1,770 -4.3% | $91,400 |
| 2019 | $1,850 +2.4% | $91,400 |
| 2018 | $1,806 -1.4% | $91,400 |
| 2017 | $1,832 -13.5% | $91,400 -2.4% |
| 2015 | $2,118 -0.2% | $93,659 |
| 2014 | $2,122 | $93,659 |
| 2013 | -- | $93,659 |
| 2012 | -- | $93,659 |
| 2011 | -- | $93,659 -5% |
| 2010 | -- | $98,588 |
| 2009 | -- | $98,588 |
| 2007 | $1,640 | $98,588 +8% |
| 2006 | $1,640 +9.2% | $91,285 |
| 2005 | $1,502 | -- |
| 2002 | -- | $81,504 |
| 2001 | -- | -- |
| 2000 | $1,288 | $39,564 |
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Neighborhood: Downtown
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Bloomer Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 5/10Gerald W Kirn Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 2/10Abraham Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bloomer
- Middle: Gerald W Kirn
- High: Abraham Lincoln
Source: SWIAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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