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    • $160,000

    523 4th Ave W, Spencer, IA 51301

    3beds
    1,530sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1900
    0.25 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $105/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Formal dining roomUpdated kitchenThree-car garageFenced-in yardWonderful front porch
    Charming two-story home featuring 3bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The updated kitchen is perfect for modern living, while the formal dining room and cozy living room provide plenty of space for entertaining. Relax on the wonderful front porch, ideal for sipping your morning coffee or enjoying a good book in the evening. Outside, enjoy a fenced-in yard and a three-car garage, offering ample storage and parking. A must-see for anyone looking for both style and function!
    142 days
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    351
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Kari Stave PRIM:712-363-2691,

    EXIT Realty Midwest- Spencer/Emmetsburg

    Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR,MLS#: 260052MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
      Bedroom 1
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom 4
      • Level: Upper
      Bathroom 1
      • Level: Main
      Bathroom 2
      • Level: Upper
      Den
      • Level: Main
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Water Heater
      Features
      • Basement: Partial
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,530
      • Total interior livable area: 1,530 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,530
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 3
      • Parking features: Detached
      • Garage spaces: 3
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      Lot
      • Size: 0.25 Acres
      • Dimensions: 66 x 165
      Details
      • Parcel number: 963712481018

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Aluminum Siding, Frame/Wood
      • Roof: Asphalt
      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: $105/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $221,260
      • Annual tax amount: $2,816
      • Date on market: 2/24/2026

        Estimated market value

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        3/21/2026Price change$160,000-5.9%$105/sqft
        Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #260052 Report a problem
        2/24/2026Listed for sale$170,000+0.1%$111/sqft
        Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #260052 Report a problem
        1/8/2026Listing removed$169,900$111/sqft
        Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #251024 Report a problem
        11/19/2025Price change$169,900-5.6%$111/sqft
        Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #251024 Report a problem
        10/27/2025Price change$179,900-2.7%$118/sqft
        Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #251024 Report a problem
        9/29/2025Price change$184,900-7.5%$121/sqft
        Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #251024 Report a problem
        8/8/2025Listed for sale$199,999+5.3%$131/sqft
        Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #251024 Report a problem
        4/29/2025Listing removed$189,900$124/sqft
        Source: Exit Realty #241276 Report a problem
        3/17/2025Price change$189,900-2.6%$124/sqft
        Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #241276 Report a problem
        1/29/2025Price change$194,900-2.5%$127/sqft
        Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #241276 Report a problem
        12/17/2024Price change$199,900-4.8%$131/sqft
        Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #241276 Report a problem
        11/11/2024Price change$210,000-2.3%$137/sqft
        Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #241276 Report a problem
        10/23/2024Listed for sale$215,000+48.8%$141/sqft
        Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #241276 Report a problem
        12/20/2019Sold$144,500-3.3%$94/sqft
        Source: EXIT Realty solds #7691319169172954842 Report a problem
        11/12/2019Pending sale$149,500$98/sqft
        Source: EXIT Realty Midwest- Spencer #19-1271 Report a problem
        11/1/2019Price change$149,500-2.3%$98/sqft
        Source: EXIT Realty Midwest- Spencer #19-1271 Report a problem
        10/3/2019Price change$153,000-1.9%$100/sqft
        Source: EXIT Realty Midwest- Spencer #19-1271 Report a problem
        8/19/2019Price change$156,000-0.6%$102/sqft
        Source: EXIT Realty Midwest- Spencer #19-1271 Report a problem
        8/16/2019Listed for sale$157,000$103/sqft
        Source: EXIT Realty Midwest- Spencer #19-1271 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$2,816 +3.5%$221,260 +25.8%
        2024$2,720 +10.7%$175,950
        2023$2,456 +8%$175,950 +26.2%
        2022$2,274 -11.2%$139,370 +9.5%
        2021$2,560 $127,290 -6.3%
        2020$2,560 +14.3%$135,910 +15.5%
        2019$2,239 +0.4%$117,660 +7.8%
        2018$2,229 +22.9%$109,140 +19.4%
        2017$1,814 +17%$91,410
        2016$1,550 -4.3%$91,410 -3.9%
        2015$1,620 $95,090
        2014$1,620 -2.3%$95,090
        2013$1,658 +3.1%--
        2012$1,608 +7.1%--
        2011$1,502 +4.2%--
        2010$1,442 +6.5%--
        2009$1,354 +8.1%--
        2007$1,252 +4.7%--
        2005$1,196 --
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 51301

        Getting around

        69 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        57 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • 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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