Welcome to 9479 Kemp Rd in the lovely Southern Hills subdivision. This 5 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom, 4 car garage sits on over 2 acres and boasts of panoramic country views. If space is what you need, this is a dream home for you as it is equipped with a huge lower level family and recreation room with a brand new, modern bar and fireplace. The main floor primary bedroom hosts a walk-in closet and features a whirlpool bath as well as a shower and dual sinks. First floor laundry, office, two staircases, and mud space entry from the garage provide everyday convenience. This unique property has been enhanced with a workout room that features a $35,000 indoor endless pool/spa that is included in the purchase price. Sellers are also willing to leave the pool table, the ping pong table, and the piano. The front porch is a perfect place to watch the sunrise, and the back deck offers spectacular sunsets; both spaces have brand new decking. The roof is new too! The expansive patio space outside the lower level walkout will meet all your large party needs. This red brick home, with its attractive dormers, not only offers plenty of space for family and friends, but also contains ample storage space. Come take a look at this rare find! This home has been pre-inspected for your peace of mind and convenience.
Single-familyProperty Type
2001Year Built
2 sq ftLot Size
$165Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Susan Swift• Ruhl & Ruhl Realtors
Bought with Team Dolter .• Equity Real Estate Group LLC
Best buy in this price range. You will be impressed with this large story and a half home on 2 acres in Southern Hills featuring almost 5,000 finished square feet! This home is packed with details and amenities. You'll love the recent upgrades including the kitchen remodel with new backsplash, granite counters, appliances and faucet. It features a double oven with a convection oven. The master bath features a recently redesigned tile shower, whirlpool tub, and double vanity. The home has been freshly painted in many rooms. There is an amazing front porch leading into the spacious well planned out floor plan. The main floor features hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, formal dining, master bedroom, living room and family room. Upstairs there are two large bedrooms, a full bath, huge bonus room and a loft sitting area. The finished walkout lower level features an enormous family room with gas fireplace, wet bar, bedroom, and full bath. There is lots of storage including a 3 car capped garage. Other features include covered deck, patio, zoned geothermal heating and cooling, treyed ceilings, main floor laundry and much more. Added bonus! Pool table with accessories stay! Negotiable : John Deere X485 tractor with multiple attachments including snow blade, hitch, grass mowing deck, and much more.
Public Records
Oct 24, 2006
Sold
$375,500
$94/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,396 (+3.5%)
$90,300 + $484,000
$574,300
2024
$6,182 (−0.7%)
$90,300 + $484,000
$574,300
2023
$6,228 (+4.1%)
$86,000 + $471,200
$557,200
2022
$5,984 (−6.0%)
$86,000 + $471,200
$557,200
2021
$6,368 (+1.2%)
$79,810 + $369,350
$449,160
2020
$6,292 (−0.8%)
$79,810 + $369,350
$449,160
2019
$6,340 (+2.5%)
$75,200 + $365,210
$440,410
2018
$6,184 (+6.1%)
$75,200 + $365,210
$440,410
2017
$5,830 (+18.5%)
$57,600 + $369,220
$426,820
2015
$4,918 (+2.7%)
$59,900 + $323,270
$383,170
2013
$4,790
$56,500 + $292,300
$348,800
Tax history for 9479 Kemp Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,396 (+3.5%)
$90,300 + $484,000
$574,300
2024
$6,182 (−0.7%)
$90,300 + $484,000
$574,300
2023
$6,228 (+4.1%)
$86,000 + $471,200
$557,200
2022
$5,984 (−6.0%)
$86,000 + $471,200
$557,200
2021
$6,368 (+1.2%)
$79,810 + $369,350
$449,160
2020
$6,292 (−0.8%)
$79,810 + $369,350
$449,160
2019
$6,340 (+2.5%)
$75,200 + $365,210
$440,410
2018
$6,184 (+6.1%)
$75,200 + $365,210
$440,410
2017
$5,830 (+18.5%)
$57,600 + $369,220
$426,820
2015
$4,918 (+2.7%)
$59,900 + $323,270
$383,170
2013
$4,790
$56,500 + $292,300
$348,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
4
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.01 Acres
Year renovated
2001
Sq. Ft.
4,440
Year built
2001
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Dubuque County
APN
1618401014
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.
R2
Single Family Residential District
The R-2 Single Family Residential District is a medium density residential district intended for one-acre residential lots in subdivisions that will be using shared wells and individual septic systems. This district allows single-family dwellings, roomers or boarders, public buildings, utility substations, temporary mobile homes, home based businesses and household or home occupations. The district allows for horses, small farm animals and pets. The R-2 zoning district is intended to allow 1-acre lot subdivisions that are close to cities and may be annexed at some future date or half-acre lot subdivisions that are connected to a central water and central sewer system and could be annexed in the near future.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Public service
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 4
Has Attached Garage
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage