Excellent investment opportunity with double the potential! This up-and-down duplex at 1012 S 5th Ave includes a bonus rear lot at 1019 S 6th Ave, offering a generous combined lot size of 0.79 acres. Major updates—newer roof (2020) and new sewer line (2024). The main-level unit is currently rented for $750/month and features a front porch, spacious formal living and dining rooms, a sealed brick fireplace, 1 bedroom, 3/4 bath with updates, and a full kitchen with included refrigerator and range. Charming built-ins enhance the rear porch for this lower unit. The upper-level unit, currently rented at $600/month, includes 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, a compact kitchen, and a living/dining combo. Both units have access to the shared basement for laundry and additional storage. Owner currently pays for insurance, water, snow/lawn care, and pest control. Tenants pay for their own electric, gas, and trash. New buyers may choose to retain the current tenants or provide notice to vacate. In April 2025, the basement and ductwork were professionally cleaned by Captain Clean. Set in a residential area and a registered rental with the City, this property is ideal for anyone looking for rental income! Call for your private showing today!
Sold for $134,900 on 07/11/25
$134,900
1012 S 5th Ave, Marshalltown, IA 50158
--beds
0baths
1,530sqft
Duplex, Multi Family
Built in 1935
-- sqft lot
$134,900 Zestimate®
$88/sqft
$1,382 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 12, 2025 at 06:46am
Listed by:
Melisa Fonseca 641-758-0970,
Alta Vista Real Estate
Bought with:
Melisa Fonseca, B67801000
Alta Vista Real Estate
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 67602

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 0
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Features
- Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood, Carpet
- Basement: Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,530
- Total interior livable area: 1,530 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
Lot
- Size: 0.78 Acres
- Dimensions: 124 x 125, 186 x 100
Details
- Parcel number: 841835480020
- Zoning: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Duplex, Multi Family
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- Year built: 1935
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Marshalltown