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    • $125,000

    253 Prospect Ave, Waterloo, IA 50703

    4beds
    2,918sqft
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    $980/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1915
    0.47 Acres Lot
    $187,400 Zestimate®
    $43/sqft
    $50/mo HOA

    What's special

    Generous floor plan
    Welcome to this spacious 4 bedroom, 1.5 bath home located in Waterloo’s desirable Highland District. With 2,918 square feet of living space, this home offers plenty of room to spread out, entertain, and make it your own. If you are looking for a great investment to build equity in you will want to take a look! The generous floor plan provides multiple living areas and ample space for bedrooms, a home office, hobbies, or additional living needs. With four bedrooms and one full and one half bathroom, the home offers both functionality and flexibility for families or those looking for extra space. Located in the established Highland District, you’ll enjoy convenient access to Waterloo amenities, schools, parks, shopping, dining, and major roadways. Property Highlights: 4 bedrooms 1.5 bathrooms 2,918 sq. ft. of living space Located in Waterloo’s Highland District Spacious, flexible floor plan Great opportunity to make the home your own Come see the space and potential this Highland District home has to offer!
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    Listed by:

    Chase Lyons 319-939-7334,

    Oakridge Real Estate

    Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 20263990MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Other
      • Level: Upper
      Other
      • Level: Main
      Other
      • Level: Lower
      Heating
      • Radiant
      Cooling
      • None
      Features
      • Basement: Unfinished
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Fireplace features: None
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 2,918 sqft
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Carport, Detached Garage
      • Carport spaces: 2
      Lot
      • Size: 0.47 Acres
      • Dimensions: 145x140
      Details
      • Parcel number: 891219376012
      • Zoning: R-1
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Stucco
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 1915

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: HIGHLAND 2ND FILING
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • HOA fee: $50 monthly
      Location
      • Region: Waterloo

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $43/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $231,720
      • Annual tax amount: $5,026
      • Date on market: 8/22/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 4 days
      • Road surface type: Concrete

        Estimated market value

        $187,400

        $135,000 - $244,000

        $1,363/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/22/2026Listed for sale$125,000+33.5%$43/sqft
        Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20263990 Report a problem
        11/24/2025Sold$93,659$32/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$5,027 +8.5%$231,720
        2024$4,632 +25.6%$231,720
        2023$3,689 +2.7%$231,720 +38%
        2022$3,591 -3.8%$167,960
        2021$3,734 +0.7%$167,960 +1.9%
        2020$3,710 +4.3%$164,870 -1%
        2019$3,556 +1.9%$166,490 +5.2%
        2018$3,489 +0%$158,210 +1.1%
        2017$3,488 -1.7%$156,480
        2016$3,550 $156,480
        2015$3,550 -3.6%$156,480 -4.3%
        2014$3,682 -3.2%$163,480 -9.3%
        2012$3,803 +6.6%$180,190
        2011$3,567 +3.3%$180,190 +4.7%
        2010$3,454 +2.8%$172,180
        2009$3,360 +2.2%$172,180
        2008$3,288 +1.7%$172,180 +7%
        2007$3,234 -0.5%$160,920
        2006$3,250 +22.7%$160,920
        2005$2,649 +5.8%$160,920 +44.2%
        2003$2,503 +1.7%$111,610
        2002$2,462 +10.7%$111,610 +18%
        2001$2,224 $94,590
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Highland

        Getting around

        34 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        19 / 100
        Minimal Transit
        35 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Highland Elementary
        • Middle: George Washington Carver Academy
        • 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.

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