Easy Fit for a Growing Family. This rare Cape Cod charmer has done all the heavy lifting for you—TLC included! Boasting timeless character blended seamlessly with modern updates, this family-friendly haven offers five spacious bedrooms and 2.5 baths, giving everyone room to thrive. Outside, the inviting cement patio is calling for summer BBQs, stargazing nights, or morning coffee escapes. Designed with an open floor plan and cozy nooks, this home is tailor-made for making memories that last a lifetime. Don’t wait—this gem is ready to be your forever nest!
Sold for $180,000 on 07/16/25
Zestimate®
$180,000
823 1st Ave SW, Spencer, IA 51301
5beds
1,824sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
8,276.4 Square Feet Lot
$180,000 Zestimate®
$99/sqft
$2,189 Estimated rent
Home value
$180,000
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,189/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: July 17, 2025 at 12:16pm
Listed by:
Kelly Bierl PRIM:712-260-5711,
Hometown Realty
Bought with:
Katie Slater, B59206
NextHome at the Lakes
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR,MLS#: 250247
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Description: His & Her Closets
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Level: Lower
Bedroom 5
- Description: Nonconforming
- Level: Lower
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 3
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Range/Stove, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Kitchen Island, Main Floor Bedrooms
- Basement: Finished,Block,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,824
- Total interior livable area: 1,824 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,824
- Finished area below ground: 1,392
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 8,276 sqft
- Dimensions: 79 x 107
Details
- Parcel number: 963618376013
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Vinyl Siding, Frame/Wood, Stick Built
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Spencer
- Subdivision: IA
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/16/2025 | Sold | $180,000+2.9%$99/sqft |
Source:  Iowa Great Lakes BOR #250247 | ||
| 7/1/2025 | Pending sale | $175,000$96/sqft |
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #250247 | ||
| 5/6/2025 | Price change | $175,000-7.4%$96/sqft |
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #250247 | ||
| 4/21/2025 | Price change | $189,000-3.1%$104/sqft |
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #250247 | ||
| 3/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $195,000$107/sqft |
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #250247 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,696 +2% | $184,820 |
| 2023 | $2,642 +6.2% | $184,820 +16.3% |
| 2022 | $2,488 +10.6% | $158,880 +7.2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 51301
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10Spencer Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 7/10Spencer High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Spencer
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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