Step into this charming, character-filled home where timeless details and everyday comfort come together beautifully! The inviting enclosed front porch creates the perfect spot to relax. Inside, you’ll be greeted by stunning original wood floors, rich natural trim, and a cozy brick fireplace that fills the spacious living room with warmth and charm. The living area flows seamlessly into the elegant dining room, complete with classic built-in corner hutches that add both style and functionality. The kitchen offers abundant cabinetry, generous counter space, and a convenient drop-zone area with additional storage and workspace to keep everything organized. Upstairs, you’ll find two spacious bedrooms with great closet space, along with a full bathroom. Outside, this home continues to impress with its excellent curb appeal, detached single-stall garage, and fully fenced backyard. Whether you’re searching for your first home, or wanting to add a great property to your investment portfolio, this home offers charm, character, and endless potential. Don’t miss your opportunity to make it yours, schedule your showing today!
For sale
$98,000
1717 Forest Ave, Waterloo, IA 50702
2beds
1,188sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1918
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$118,500 Zestimate®
$82/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Stunning original wood floorsClassic built-in corner hutchesRich natural trimExcellent curb appealDetached single-stall garageFully fenced backyardInviting enclosed front porch
- 12 hours |
- 192 |
- 14 |
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Listed by:
Mersiha Mustedanagic 319-939-0730,
Oakridge Real Estate
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 20262170
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Other
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Block
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: One, Living Room
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,188 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: 1 Stall, Detached Garage
- Carport spaces: 1
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50x127
Details
- Parcel number: 891336130013
- Zoning: R-2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other
- Roof: Shingle,Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1918
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Waterloo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $82/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $105,450
- Annual tax amount: $2,287
- Date on market: 5/18/2026
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$118,500
$105,000 - $130,000
$1,113/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $98,000+38%$82/sqft |
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| 7/5/2018 | Sold | $71,000-5.2%$60/sqft |
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| 6/11/2018 | Price change | $74,900-6.3%$63/sqft |
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| 4/14/2018 | Price change | $79,900-4.8%$67/sqft |
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| 4/9/2018 | Pending sale | $83,900$71/sqft |
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| 1/31/2018 | Price change | $83,900-1.2%$71/sqft |
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| 10/25/2017 | Listed for sale | $84,900+13.2%$71/sqft |
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| 1/18/2012 | Sold | $75,000$63/sqft |
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| 11/8/2011 | Price change | $75,000-4.5%$63/sqft |
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| 11/4/2011 | Price change | $78,500-90%$66/sqft |
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| 10/25/2011 | Listed for sale | $785,600$661/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,288 +20.5% | $105,450 |
| 2024 | $1,899 +21% | $105,450 |
| 2023 | $1,569 +2.8% | $105,450 +31.3% |
| 2022 | $1,526 +2% | $80,330 |
| 2021 | $1,495 +2% | $80,330 +7.7% |
| 2020 | $1,467 -9.6% | $74,620 |
| 2019 | $1,623 +16.8% | $74,620 +3.3% |
| 2018 | $1,390 +0% | $72,210 +1.6% |
| 2017 | $1,390 -1.7% | $71,070 |
| 2016 | $1,414 | $71,070 |
| 2015 | $1,414 +6.6% | $71,070 +4.8% |
| 2014 | $1,326 -15.5% | $67,800 -8.8% |
| 2012 | $1,569 +0.3% | $74,350 |
| 2011 | $1,564 +3.3% | $74,350 -1.5% |
| 2010 | $1,514 +2.8% | $75,490 |
| 2009 | $1,473 +2.2% | $75,490 |
| 2008 | $1,442 +1.7% | $75,490 +7% |
| 2007 | $1,418 -0.5% | $70,550 |
| 2006 | $1,425 +12.7% | $70,550 |
| 2005 | $1,265 +5.8% | $70,550 +32.4% |
| 2003 | $1,195 +1.7% | $53,290 |
| 2002 | $1,176 +10.7% | $53,290 +18% |
| 2001 | $1,062 | $45,160 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Liberty Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Lowell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10Bunger Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.9 mi
- 3/10West High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lowell Elementary
- Middle: Bunger
- High: West 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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- Iowa
- Black Hawk County
- Waterloo
- 50702
- Liberty Park
- 1717 Forest Ave





