Step back in time while enjoying today's modern conveniences in this beautifully updated historic home on one of Council Bluffs' most desirable tree-lined streets. Rich in character and timeless charm, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers nearly 1900 finished square feet with beautiful hardwood floors, original woodwork, formal dining, and spacious living areas. The updated kitchen features custom cabinetry, solid surface countertops, and plenty of workspace for everyday living or entertaining. Relax on the inviting front porch, enjoy the private fenced backyard and deck, or take advantage of the incredible walkability to downtown, neighborhood parks, hospitals, dining, and local attractions.
For sale
$249,900
409 Oakland Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
3beds
2baths
1,877sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$1,819/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1880
-- sqft lot
$245,800 Zestimate®
$133/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Formal diningOriginal woodworkPlenty of workspaceUpdated kitchenBeautiful hardwood floorsInviting front porchPrivate fenced backyard
- 6 days |
- 1,423 |
- 52 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jason M. James 402-690-2489,
Heartland Properties
Source: SWIAR,MLS#: 26-1639
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, In Basement
Features
- Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,877
- Total interior livable area: 1,877 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,727
- Finished area below ground: 150
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Dimensions: irreg 76x134x118
- Features: Other
Details
- Parcel number: 7544 25 404 010
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1880
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Council Bluffs
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $133/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $196,200
- Annual tax amount: $3,560
- Date on market: 7/30/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$245,800
$234,000 - $258,000
$1,427/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $249,900+66.7%$133/sqft |
Source: SWIAR #26-1639 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2017 | Listing removed | $149,900$80/sqft |
Source: Heartland Properties #17-1576 Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2017 | Price change | $149,900-2%$80/sqft |
Source: Heartland Properties #17-1576 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2017 | Price change | $153,000-2.5%$82/sqft |
Source: Heartland Properties #17-1576 Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/2017 | Listed for sale | $157,000$84/sqft |
Source: Heartland Properties #17-1576 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,560 -6.1% | $196,200 -2.2% |
| 2024 | $3,792 +12.9% | $200,700 |
| 2023 | $3,358 +2.1% | $200,700 +34.5% |
| 2022 | $3,290 +40% | $149,200 |
| 2021 | $2,350 -7.8% | $149,200 +45.3% |
| 2020 | $2,550 -3.4% | $102,696 |
| 2019 | $2,640 +1.9% | $102,696 |
| 2018 | $2,590 -1.1% | $102,696 |
| 2017 | $2,618 +11.7% | $102,696 |
| 2015 | $2,344 -0.1% | $102,696 |
| 2014 | $2,346 | $102,696 |
| 2013 | -- | $102,696 |
| 2012 | -- | $102,696 |
| 2011 | -- | $102,696 -5% |
| 2010 | -- | $108,100 |
| 2009 | -- | $108,100 |
| 2007 | $1,812 -0.1% | $108,100 +8% |
| 2006 | $1,814 +9.1% | $100,093 |
| 2005 | $1,662 | -- |
| 2002 | -- | $89,369 |
| 2001 | -- | -- |
| 2000 | $1,430 | $43,381 |
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Neighborhood: Oakland-Fairview
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Hoover Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 5/10Gerald W Kirn Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 2/10Abraham Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hoover
- 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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