For sale

$148,000

143 S Elk Run Rd, Waterloo, IA 50703

4beds

1,664sqft

$1,101/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1869

0.49 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$89/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Rare half-acre lotSpacious homeHigh ceilingsBeautiful farmhouse character throughoutClassic clawfoot tub

Don’t miss your chance to own this charming 1 3/4 story home set on a rare half-acre lot—offering the perfect “country in the city” feel! With 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, this spacious home features high ceilings and beautiful farmhouse character throughout. The main floor offers great flexibility with a bedroom that can also serve as a convenient laundry space, along with a full bathroom for easy main-level living. You’ll love the timeless details, including a classic clawfoot tub that adds warmth and charm. Property is being sold "As is" Enjoy peace of mind with major updates already completed: new main-floor windows (2024), furnace (2022), and roof (2016). Step outside and take advantage of the large yard—perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or creating your own outdoor oasis.

48 days

740

36

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Rooms

Room types: 1st Floor Entry

Other

Level: Upper

Other

Level: Main

Other

Level: Lower

Heating

Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Appliances Negotiable, Gas Water Heater
Laundry: 1st Floor, Lower Level

Features

Basement: Concrete
Has fireplace: No
Fireplace features: None

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 1,664 sqft
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Parking features: 1 Stall

Lot

Size: 0.49 Acres
Dimensions: 900x138

Details

Parcel number: 891227102024
Zoning: R-1
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Aluminum Siding
Roof: Asphalt

Condition

Year built: 1869

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Location

Region: Waterloo

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $89/sqft
Tax assessed value: $133,700
Annual tax amount: $1,230
Date on market: 6/5/2026
Cumulative days on market: 50 days
Road surface type: Other, Paved

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

$1,118/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/5/2026	Listed for sale	$148,000+184.6%$89/sqft
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20262521 Report a problem
5/19/1998	Sold	$52,000$31/sqft
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$1,230 +5.5%	$133,700 +6.2%
2024	$1,165 -2.7%	$125,900 -0.9%
2023	$1,198 +1%	$127,050 +23.4%
2022	$1,186 +9.9%	$102,970
2021	$1,079 +0.2%	$102,970 +17.3%
2020	$1,077 -1.1%	$87,810
2019	$1,089 +0.3%	$87,810 +1.2%
2018	$1,086 0%	$86,760
2017	$1,086 -0.9%	$86,760
2016	$1,096	$86,760
2015	$1,096 +1.5%	$86,760
2014	$1,080 -3.9%	$86,760
2012	$1,124 +15.4%	$86,760
2011	$974 +2.7%	$86,760 +12.2%
2010	$948 +3.1%	$77,310
2009	$919 +2.2%	$77,310
2008	$899 +12.4%	$77,310 +7%
2007	$800 0%	$72,250
2006	$801 +6.6%	$72,250
2005	$751 +8%	$72,250 +24%
2003	$695 +1.1%	$58,280
2002	$687 +10.5%	$58,280 +18%
2001	$622	$49,390

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: 50703

Getting around

2 / 100

Car-Dependent

0 / 100

No Nearby Transit

25 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

5/10
Highland Elementary School
Grades: PK-5Distance: 2.4 mi
3/10
Bunger Middle School
Grades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
2/10
East High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 3.6 mi

Schools provided by the listing agent

Elementary: Highland Elementary
Middle: Bunger
High: East High

Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR 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.