For sale

$159,900

508 Plum St, Decorah, IA 52101

2beds

978sqft

$1,263/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1890

6,534 Square Feet Lot

$149,700 Zestimate^®

$163/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Completely remodeled bathroomFresh paint throughoutLuxury vinyl plank flooringNew windows and doorsAdditional storage shedMaintenance-free vinyl siding

Cute & Cozy 2-Bedroom Home – Priced to Sell at $159,900! Don't miss this charming, move-in-ready home situated on a large 53' x 123' corner lot in a family-friendly neighborhood. This bright and cheery 2-bedroom home features an open living room, dining area, and kitchen, creating a spacious and welcoming feel. Recent updates include new plumbing, new electrical, luxury vinyl plank flooring, a completely remodeled bathroom, new sheetrock with textured walls and ceilings, fresh paint throughout, new windows and doors, and a new water heater. The maintenance-free vinyl siding and additional storage shed add even more value and convenience. Perfect as a starter home, downsizing option, or potential AirBnB investment. Cute, cozy, and ready for its new owner - call your local agent today!

76 days

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
3/4 bathrooms: 1

Rooms

Room types: 1st Floor Entry

Other

Level: Upper

Other

Level: Main

Other

Level: Lower

Heating

Baseboard, Electric

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Lower Level, Washer Hookup

Features

Basement: Finished
Has fireplace: No
Fireplace features: None

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 978 sqft
Finished area below ground: 360

Property

Parking

Parking features: None

Features

Exterior features: Garden

Lot

Size: 6,534 Square Feet
Dimensions: 53 x 123
Features: Corner Lot

Details

Parcel number: 1115360000700
Zoning: R-3
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Vinyl Siding
Roof: Shingle,Asphalt

Condition

Year built: 1890

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Sidewalks
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Location

Region: Decorah

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $163/sqft
Tax assessed value: $61,900
Annual tax amount: $767
Date on market: 6/4/2026
Cumulative days on market: 77 days
Road surface type: Alley Paved, Hard Surface Road

Estimated market value

$149,700

$142,000 - $157,000

$1,246/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/4/2026	Listed for sale	$159,900+116.1%$163/sqft
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20262476 Report a problem
6/27/2025	Sold	$74,000+14.7%$76/sqft
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20252310 Report a problem
5/21/2025	Pending sale	$64,500$66/sqft
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20252310 Report a problem
5/20/2025	Listed for sale	$64,500+19.4%$66/sqft
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20252310 Report a problem
5/29/2024	Sold	$54,000$55/sqft
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20241298 Report a problem
4/5/2024	Pending sale	$54,000+10.2%$55/sqft
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20241298 Report a problem
9/2/2020	Listing removed	$49,000$50/sqft
Source: A & J Petersburg Agency #20196203 Report a problem
11/20/2019	Listed for sale	$49,000$50/sqft
Source: A & J Petersburg Agency #20196203 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$768 +4.3%	$61,900 +51.9%
2024	$736 +2.5%	$40,750
2023	$718 +5.3%	$40,750 +18.1%
2022	$682 +1.2%	$34,500 +2.1%
2021	$674 +5%	$33,780 +3.1%
2020	$642 -2.1%	$32,770
2019	$656 +12.3%	$32,770
2018	$584 -11.5%	$32,770 +17.6%
2017	$660 +14.6%	$27,860
2016	$576 +1.8%	$27,860 +1.8%
2015	$566	$27,380
2014	$566 +9.3%	$27,380
2013	$518 +4%	--
2011	$498 +5.5%	--
2010	$472 -1.3%	--
2009	$478 +8.1%	--
2008	$442 +4.2%	--
2007	$424	--

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: 52101

Getting around

54 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

9/10
Decorah Middle School
Grades: 5-8Distance: 0.4 mi
9/10
Decorah High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
7/10
Carrie Lee Elementary School
Grades: 3-4Distance: 0.4 mi

Schools provided by the listing agent

Elementary: Decorah Community Schools
Middle: Decorah Community Schools
High: Decorah Community Schools

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.