Welcome to 543 Southern Ave. This loved home has had it's walls filled with love for over 25 years, and now is looking for a new owner. The backyard oasis hosts a pergola, a pool, a shed and a large deck for entertaining and for pool parties. Inside you will find a beautiful remodeled kitchen with newer appliances, a breakfast nook with a peek a boo from the dining room. Upstairs features, three bedrooms, and a walk in closet room. The maintained yard has all newer concrete steps and sidewalk with newer handrails. If you are looking for a new home or expanding, look no further. Call your favorite realtor today for a private showing.
Sold for $140,000
$140,000
543 Southern Ave, Dubuque, IA 52003
3beds
914sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
7,840 Square Feet Lot
$139,600 Zestimate®
$153/sqft
$1,441 Estimated rent
Home value
$139,600
$128,000 - $152,000
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Remodeled kitchenThree bedroomsBreakfast nookMaintained yardBackyard oasisWalk in closet roomNewer appliances
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Listed by:
A'undie Specht 563-451-4647,
Real Broker, LLC
Bought with:
John Heinze
Remax Advantage
Source: East Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 152800
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 98.23 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.3x9.7
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x8
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x11
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 91.18 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.5x10.10
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 121.92 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.10x9.6
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x11
Other
- Level: Upper
- Area: 46.67 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8x5.10
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 77.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x5.2
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 914 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 914
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Other
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Sidewalk
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 7,840 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 175
Details
- Parcel number: 1036251008
- Zoning: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Slate
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1948
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: LOT 7 SOUTH AVE ADD
Location
- Region: Dubuque
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $153/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $149,500
- Annual tax amount: $1,634
- Date on market: 8/17/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 16 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Financing
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/7/2025 | Sold | $140,000-3.4%$153/sqft |
Source:  East Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #152800 Report a problem | ||
| 9/3/2025 | Pending sale | $145,000$159/sqft |
Source: East Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #152800 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2025 | Price change | $145,000-1.4%$159/sqft |
Source: East Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #152800 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $147,000$161/sqft |
Source: East Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #152800 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,634 +3.4% | $149,500 +13% |
| 2024 | $1,580 -6.6% | $132,300 |
| 2023 | $1,692 +4.4% | $132,300 +19.8% |
| 2022 | $1,620 +4% | $110,390 |
| 2021 | $1,558 -8.4% | $110,390 +11.5% |
| 2020 | $1,701 -2% | $99,030 |
| 2019 | $1,737 +0.7% | $99,030 +2.5% |
| 2018 | $1,724 +11.2% | $96,660 |
| 2017 | $1,550 +1.8% | $96,660 +4.5% |
| 2016 | $1,522 | $92,510 |
| 2015 | $1,522 +7.6% | $92,510 +4.1% |
| 2014 | $1,414 | $88,850 +2.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $86,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $86,900 +2% |
| 2010 | -- | $85,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $85,200 |
| 2008 | -- | $85,200 |
| 2006 | $1,014 | -- |
| 2005 | -- | $78,300 |
| 2004 | -- | $78,300 +17.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $66,820 +8% |
| 2002 | -- | $61,870 |
| 2001 | -- | $61,870 +9% |
| 2000 | -- | $56,760 |
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Neighborhood: 52003
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Bryant Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 4/10George Washington Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 3/10Dubuque Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bryant
- Middle: Washington Jr High
- High: Dubuque Senior
Source: East Central Iowa AOR 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.
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