The kind of home that's easy to picture yourself in! This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home sits on a desirable corner lot and offers a great blend of comfort and function. The beautifully updated kitchen is the heart of the home, while the convenient main-floor laundry makes every day living a breeze. You'll love the generously sized bedrooms, each offering room to spread out, while the spacious master suite features a private bathroom and a large walk-in closet. Outside, enjoy a welcoming front porch that's perfect for morning coffee or relaxing evenings, along with a fully fenced-in backyard that provides plenty of room to relax, entertain or garden. If you've been waiting for a home with space, updates and a layout that works, this one is worth a look!
For sale
Price cut: $5K (7/20)
$161,000
520 4th Ave W, Spencer, IA 51301
3beds
1,502sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
10,454 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$107/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 89 days
- 493
- 37
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Nicole Nimke PRIM:(712)363-0287,
EXIT Realty Midwest- Spencer/Emmetsburg
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR,MLS#: 260739
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Primary bathroom
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Boiler
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Stove, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,502
- Total interior livable area: 1,502 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,502
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 10,454 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 75 x 142
Details
- Parcel number: 963607355001
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Frame/Wood
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: IA
Location
- Region: Spencer
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $107/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $161,590
- Annual tax amount: $2,256
- Date on market: 6/30/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/20/2026 | Price change | $161,000-3%$107/sqft |
Source:  Iowa Great Lakes BOR #260739 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $166,000+35%$111/sqft |
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #260739 Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2018 | Sold | $123,000$82/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/10/2018 | Pending sale | $123,000$82/sqft |
Source: Hometown Realty #18-984 Report a problem | ||
| 8/10/2018 | Listed for sale | $123,000+18.8%$82/sqft |
Source: Hometown Realty #18-984 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2017 | Sold | $103,500-1.4%$69/sqft |
Source: EXIT Realty solds #-7180601123326182081 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2017 | Pending sale | $105,000$70/sqft |
Source: Hometown Realty #17-675 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2017 | Price change | $105,000-4.5%$70/sqft |
Source: Hometown Realty #17-675 Report a problem | ||
| 4/13/2017 | Listed for sale | $110,000$73/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,256 +3.7% | $161,590 +6.9% |
| 2024 | $2,176 +5.6% | $151,150 |
| 2023 | $2,060 +6.5% | $151,150 +20.1% |
| 2022 | $1,934 -7.1% | $125,810 +7.4% |
| 2021 | $2,082 | $117,140 -1.6% |
| 2020 | $2,082 +35.4% | $119,100 |
| 2019 | $1,538 +18% | $119,100 +29% |
| 2018 | $1,303 +7.9% | $92,360 +41.3% |
| 2017 | $1,208 -1.5% | $65,360 |
| 2016 | $1,226 +19.3% | $65,360 +2.8% |
| 2015 | $1,028 | $63,550 |
| 2014 | $1,028 +16.3% | $63,550 |
| 2013 | $884 +1.6% | -- |
| 2012 | $870 -2% | -- |
| 2011 | $888 -6.9% | -- |
| 2010 | $954 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 51301
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Spencer
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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