Move-In Ready Home with Space, Updates & Income Potential in Spencer! Welcome home to this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom property situated on a desirable corner lot in Spencer, Iowa! Conveniently located near the Spencer Family YMCA and within walking distance of the Clay County Fairgrounds, local schools, and parks, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and versatility. The main floor features three bedrooms, a full bathroom, convenient main-floor laundry, and a well-appointed kitchen complete with a reverse osmosis water system. Recent mechanical updates, including a new furnace and water heater, provide added peace of mind. The oversized, insulated garage features an in-floor drain, making it ideal for extra storage, projects, and everyday convenience. The fully updated basement adds incredible flexibility, featuring a fourth bedroom, a ¾ bathroom, spacious living area, and a wet bar/kitchenette space. Whether you envision a guest retreat, additional entertaining space, or the potential for a rental opportunity, this lower level offers plenty of possibilities. Basement laundry hookups are also available if you’d like to add a second laundry area. Step outside to enjoy the inviting outdoor space, complete with a beautiful pergola and firepit—perfect for relaxing evenings, entertaining friends, or gathering with family. With its desirable location, thoughtful updates, flexible living spaces, and potential for additional income, this Spencer home is one you won’t want to miss. Move in and make it yours!
For sale
$195,000
1021 W 5th St, Spencer, IA 51301
4beds
2,016sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
9,583 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$97/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fully updated basementConvenient main-floor laundryBeautiful pergolaReverse osmosis water systemOversized insulated garageInviting outdoor spaceWell-appointed kitchen
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Josh Schaben PRIM:712-330-4773,
Keller Williams Okoboji,
Jen Schaben 319-325-5075,
Keller Williams Okoboji
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR,MLS#: 261341
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Water Osmosis System
Features
- Basement: Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,216
- Total interior livable area: 2,016 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,108
- Finished area below ground: 908
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 9,583 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 110.00 x 120.00 x 82.00 x 82.00
Details
- Parcel number: 963712453003
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Concrete, Stick Built
Condition
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Fuses
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: IA
Location
- Region: Spencer
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $97/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $215,770
- Annual tax amount: $2,914
- Date on market: 10/14/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $195,000+43.9%$97/sqft |
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| 7/18/2014 | Sold | $135,500+108.5%$67/sqft |
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| 12/18/2006 | Sold | $65,000$32/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,714 -0.3% | $215,770 +11.5% |
| 2024 | $2,722 +6.7% | $193,460 |
| 2023 | $2,552 +3.9% | $193,460 +25.9% |
| 2022 | $2,456 +79.1% | $153,690 +5% |
| 2021 | $1,371 | $146,430 +0.5% |
| 2020 | $1,371 -37.3% | $145,770 |
| 2019 | $2,186 +1.8% | $145,770 +14.2% |
| 2018 | $2,148 | $127,670 +2.7% |
| 2017 | $2,148 -0.9% | $124,280 |
| 2016 | $2,168 +15.3% | $124,280 +24% |
| 2015 | $1,880 | $100,260 |
| 2014 | $1,880 +18.5% | $100,260 |
| 2013 | $1,586 +3.1% | -- |
| 2012 | $1,538 -3.5% | -- |
| 2011 | $1,594 +4% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,532 +7.3% | -- |
| 2009 | $1,428 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 51301
Nearby schools
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.



