Start Fresh on Second Street! This bungalow is more than just a house—it’s a blank canvas waiting for its next chapter with a little TLC needed. Step inside to discover warm wood floors that stretch through the living room, where natural light filters in and an arched doorway leads you toward the kitchen. With two bedrooms plus a bonus space, the layout adapts easily to your lifestyle—whether that’s a home office, guest room, or hobby retreat. Practical updates like brand-new central air in 2025 give peace of mind, while the two bathrooms provide convenience for busy mornings. Outside, the detached garage offers covered parking and storage, and the extra-deep backyard invites summer barbecues, gardening, or simply space to let kids and pets play freely. Centrally located and full of potential, this home is ready for someone who wants affordability without giving up charm, space, or updates.
Sold for $90,000
$90,000
525 E 2nd St, Spencer, IA 51301
3beds
1,000sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
6,969.6 Square Feet Lot
$91,200 Zestimate®
$90/sqft
$1,153 Estimated rent
Home value
$91,200
Estimated sales range
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Detached garageArched doorwayTwo bathroomsWarm wood floorsNatural lightExtra-deep backyardSummer barbecues
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Listed by:
Kelly Bierl PRIM:712-260-5711,
Hometown Realty
Bought with:
Kelly Pullen, S60031
EXIT Realty Midwest- Spencer/Emmetsburg
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR,MLS#: 251259
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Description: Non Conforming
- Level: Lower
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range/Stove, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Water Softener Owned
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Main Floor Bedrooms, Natural Woodwork
- Basement: Egress Windows,Finished-Partial,Block,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,720
- Total interior livable area: 1,000 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 860
- Finished area below ground: 140
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete, Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 6,969 sqft
- Dimensions: 51 x 132
Details
- Parcel number: 963618204019
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Vinyl Siding, Concrete, Frame/Wood, Stick Built
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Spencer
- Subdivision: IA
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/9/2026 | Sold | $90,000-17.4%$90/sqft |
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| 1/9/2026 | Pending sale | $109,000$109/sqft |
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| 11/28/2025 | Price change | $109,000-6.8%$109/sqft |
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| 9/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $117,000+67.1%$117/sqft |
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| 4/23/2013 | Sold | $70,000-12.4%$70/sqft |
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| 11/21/2012 | Price change | $79,900-2.6%$80/sqft |
Source: Real Estate Professionals, LLC #11549 Report a problem | ||
| 10/12/2012 | Price change | $82,000+7.9%$82/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE PARTNERS, L #11549 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2012 | Listed for sale | $76,000+52.3%$76/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2012 | Listing removed | $49,900$50/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE PARTNERS, L #11317 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2012 | Price change | $49,900-16.7%$50/sqft |
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| 4/25/2012 | Price change | $59,900-25%$60/sqft |
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| 3/17/2012 | Listed for sale | $79,900+6.7%$80/sqft |
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| 7/24/2011 | Listing removed | $74,900$75/sqft |
Source: Hometown Realty #10823 Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/2010 | Listed for sale | $74,900+11.8%$75/sqft |
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| 3/16/2005 | Sold | $67,000$67/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,950 +5.2% | $136,610 |
| 2023 | $1,854 +4.7% | $136,610 +19.7% |
| 2022 | $1,770 +10.9% | $114,170 +5.7% |
| 2021 | $1,596 | $108,010 +15.7% |
| 2020 | $1,596 +36.6% | $93,350 |
| 2019 | $1,168 +1.9% | $93,350 +29.4% |
| 2018 | $1,146 | $72,160 +2.6% |
| 2017 | $1,146 -0.9% | $70,320 |
| 2016 | $1,156 +5.7% | $70,320 +4.9% |
| 2015 | $1,094 | $67,020 |
| 2014 | $1,094 -10.5% | $67,020 |
| 2013 | $1,222 +34.9% | -- |
| 2009 | $906 +1.3% | -- |
| 2007 | $894 +32.6% | -- |
| 2005 | $674 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 51301
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAFairview Park Elementary SchoolGrades: 1-2Distance: 0.9 mi
- 9/10Spencer Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 7/10Spencer High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
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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