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    • Price cut: $3.9K (4/10)
    $130,000

    161 S Walnut St, Avoca, IA 51521

    2beds
    1,095sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1920
    6,098.4 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $119/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Thoughtful layoutComfortable livingInviting natural light throughoutFantastic community pool
    Charming and move-in ready. 2 Bedroom, 1 bath home perched on a hill in a well-established community. This beautifully maintained property offers comfortable living with a thoughtful layout and inviting natural light throughout. Conveniently located just minutes from the local school, shopping, dining, and everyday essentials. Enjoy access to a highly regarded school system and a fantastic community pool, perfect for summer days. A quiet setting, strong community feel and true turnkey condition makes this home and excellent opportunity for homeowners or investors alike.
    78 days
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    353
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    Zillow last checked:

    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Shane Baker 712-310-7475,

    Evolve Realty,

    Jeremy Harper 402-595-8841,

    Evolve Realty

    Source: GPRMLS,MLS#: 22603894MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Main
      Basement
      • Area: 1095
      Heating
      • Natural Gas, Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Features
      • Basement: Unfinished
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,095
      • Total interior livable area: 1,095 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,095
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Features
      • Fencing: None
      Lot
      • Size: 6,098.4 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 40 x 150
      • Features: Up to 1/4 Acre.
      Details
      • Additional structures: Shed(s)
      • Parcel number: 773916128005

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Foundation: Block
      Condition
      • Not New and NOT a Model
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1920

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Avoca
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Avoca

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $119/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $98,700
      • Annual tax amount: $1,506
      • Date on market: 2/11/2026
      • Listing terms: VA Loan,FHA,Conventional,Cash
      • Ownership: Fee Simple
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        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        $1,195/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        4/28/2026Listed for rent$1,350-3.6%$1/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        4/10/2026Price change$125,000-3%$114/sqft
        Source: SWIAR #26-233 Report a problem
        3/3/2026Price change$128,900-0.8%$118/sqft
        Source: SWIAR #26-233 Report a problem
        2/11/2026Listed for sale$130,000-7.1%$119/sqft
        Source: SWIAR #26-233 Report a problem
        1/30/2026Listing removed$1,400$1/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        1/1/2026Listing removed$140,000+8.5%$128/sqft
        Source: GPRMLS #22531110 Report a problem
        11/19/2025Price change$129,000-7.9%$118/sqft
        Source: SWIAR #25-2314 Report a problem
        11/8/2025Listed for rent$1,400+8.1%$1/sqft
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        10/29/2025Listed for sale$140,000-6.6%$128/sqft
        Source: SWIAR #25-2314 Report a problem
        10/10/2025Listing removed$149,900$137/sqft
        Source: SWIAR #25-2161 Report a problem
        10/7/2025Listed for sale$149,900+53%$137/sqft
        Source: SWIAR #25-2161 Report a problem
        10/4/2025Listing removed$1,295$1/sqft
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        9/15/2025Listed for rent$1,295$1/sqft
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        2/4/2025Listing removed$1,295$1/sqft
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        1/23/2025Listed for rent$1,295$1/sqft
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        12/22/2023Listing removed--
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        12/11/2023Price change$1,295-7.5%$1/sqft
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        11/28/2023Listed for rent$1,400$1/sqft
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        11/27/2023Sold$98,000-18.3%$89/sqft
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        11/29/2022Listing removed--
        Source: SWIAR Report a problem
        11/14/2022Price change$119,900-4.1%$109/sqft
        Source: SWIAR #22-1997 Report a problem
        10/28/2022Listed for sale$125,000+71.2%$114/sqft
        Source: SWIAR #22-1997 Report a problem
        1/12/2021Sold$73,000-2.5%$67/sqft
        Source: SWIAR #20-1552 Report a problem
        11/12/2020Pending sale$74,900$68/sqft
        Source: Ambassador Real Estate #20-1552 Report a problem
        10/19/2020Price change$74,900-6.3%$68/sqft
        Source: BHHS Ambassador Real Estate #20-1552 Report a problem
        9/15/2020Listed for sale$79,900$73/sqft
        Source: BHHS Ambassador Real Estate #20-1552 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,506 +1.5%$98,700 +9.1%
        2024$1,484 +2.8%$90,500
        2023$1,444 +3%$90,500 +25%
        2022$1,402 +9.9%$72,400
        2021$1,276 +1.3%$72,400 +14.9%
        2020$1,260 -0.2%$63,000
        2019$1,262 +3.1%$63,000
        2018$1,224 -5%$63,000
        2017$1,288 +0.9%$63,000
        2015$1,276 $63,000
        2014-- --
        2013-- --
        2012-- $23,000 -47.4%
        2011-- $43,708 -5%
        2010-- $46,008
        2009-- $46,008
        2007$684 +0.3%$46,008 +8%
        2006$682 $42,600 +12%
        2002-- $38,036
        2001-- --
        2000$466 $18,464

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        Monthly payment

        Est. payment
        $839/mo
        Principal & interest
        $691
        Property taxes
        $148
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          Climate risks

          Neighborhood: 51521

          Getting around

          41 / 100
          Car-Dependent
          29 / 100
          Somewhat Bikeable

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