OFF MARKET

Off market mar 2024 for $154K

$193,900

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $954/mo

•

1,932

sq ft

302 2nd Ave SW, Independence, IA 50644

About this home

Large 2 story home available right in the heart of Independence and situated on an acre of land on the Wapsipinicon River! Mature trees add privacy and tranquility to help you enjoy all the water view has to offer. No need for flood insurance so rest easy while cooking in your kitchen that overlooks the river. The dining room, den, and half bath are all conveniently located in the center of the home. The main living area offers a large wood-burning fireplace and upstairs you will find 3 very large bedrooms. The primary has 2 walk-in closets and the main bathroom is just steps away.

Single-familyProperty Type

1905Year Built

1.01 acresLot Size

$100Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Katie Reck • RUHL & RUHL REALTORS®

Bought with Selling Agent Is Not A Member Of The Craar • Cedar Rapids Area Association of REALTORS

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•Source:CRAAR, CDRMLS #2305978

Redfin Estimate

$193,900

$39K since sold in March 2024$1,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 10.4% lower than the average sale price ($216K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$241,500
A
3 beds2 baths1,968 sq ft
311 3rd Ave Ave SW, Independence, IA 50644
SOLD AUG 28, 2026
$232,400
B
3 beds1 bath1,456 sq ft
218 NE 3rd Ave, Independence, IA 50644
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$277,500
C
3 beds1.5 baths2,016 sq ft
517 Oak St St, Rowley, IA 52329
SOLD APR 17, 2026
$60,000
D
3 beds1 bath1,655 sq ft
800 NE Nelson Ave, Independence, IA 50644
SOLD APR 2, 2026
$225,000
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,787 sq ft
601 NW 6th Ave, Independence, IA 50644
SOLD JUL 27, 2026
$262,500
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,980 sq ft
554 7th St, Jesup, IA 50648

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$1,373/mo

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Market trends in 50644, IA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

96.2%

0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$201K

$21K MoM

Avg. days on market

10d

4 days MoM

Recently sold homes

1 MoM

New listings for sale

NEW 8 HRS AGO
$240,000
2 beds2 baths1,654 sq ft
606 SW 9th Ave. Ave, Independence, IA 50644
3D WALKTHROUGH
$227,000
2 beds2 baths1,480 sq ft
178 Goldfinch Ct, Independence, IA 50644
$114,900
1 bed1.5 baths939 sq ft
204 6th Ave SE, Independence, IA 50644
3D WALKTHROUGH
$259,900
3 beds3.5 baths2,444 sq ft
213 SE 6th Ave, Independence, IA 50644
$219,900
2 beds2 baths1,426 sq ft
118 Cardinal Ct, Independence, IA 50644
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Sale history for 302 2nd Ave SW

Date

Event

Price

CRAAR, CDRMLS #2305978

Mar 22, 2024

Sold

$154,500

$80/sq ft

Jan 30, 2024

Pending

—

Nov 25, 2023

Price Changed

$170,000

$88/sq ft

Oct 31, 2023

Relisted

—

Oct 16, 2023

Pending

—

Sep 22, 2023

Listed

$185,000

$96/sq ft

NEIRBR as distributed by MLS GRID #20234034

Mar 1, 2024

Sold

$154,500

$80/sq ft

Jan 30, 2024

Pending

—

Nov 25, 2023

Price Changed

$170,000

$88/sq ft

Oct 25, 2023

Relisted

—

Oct 16, 2023

Pending

—

Sep 22, 2023

Listed

$185,000

$96/sq ft

+14

NEIRBR as distributed by MLS GRID #20172681

Nov 10, 2017

Sold

$153,000

$79/sq ft

May 14, 2017

Listed

$154,900

$80/sq ft

+15

Accepted offer with a 72 hour clause. Fantastic family home situated on a gorgeous 1 acre lot in town, sitting along the Wapsipinicon River! This home offers 3 large bedrooms and 1 1/2 baths. Master bedroom offers 2 walk in closets. Living room features a wood burning fireplace. Formal dining room with amazing refinished hardwood floors that span into the large sitting room that could also be a 4th bedroom. The views from the kitchen are breathtaking overlooking the Wapsi and expansive yard. Large enclosed front porch to sit and enjoy your morning cup of coffee. Double detached garage. Trench system being installed in basement by Iowa Wall Sawing. Seller will credit buyer $5000 for roof allowance.

Public Records

Feb 7, 2012

Sold

$103,000

$53/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$3,154 (+8.5%)

$26,860 + $152,830

$179,690

2025

$2,906 (−13.6%)

$26,860 + $152,830

$179,690

2024

$3,362 (+10.1%)

$26,860 + $152,830

$179,690

2023

$3,054 (+3.0%)

$23,980 + $148,930

$172,910

2022

$2,964 (+0.5%)

$19,030 + $121,750

$140,780

2021

$2,950 (+0.8%)

$19,030 + $121,750

$140,780

2020

$2,926 (−12.5%)

$17,450 + $112,280

$129,730

2019

$3,343 (+33.5%)

$17,450 + $112,280

$129,730

2018

$2,504 (+2.6%)

$17,450 + $107,970

$125,420

2017

$2,440 (−0.3%)

$17,450 + $104,710

$122,160

2015

$2,448 (+5.9%)

$9,440 + $108,140

$117,580

2014

$2,312

$9,440 + $108,140

$117,580

Tax history for 302 2nd Ave SW

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$3,154 (+8.5%)

$26,860 + $152,830

$179,690

2025

$2,906 (−13.6%)

$26,860 + $152,830

$179,690

2024

$3,362 (+10.1%)

$26,860 + $152,830

$179,690

2023

$3,054 (+3.0%)

$23,980 + $148,930

$172,910

2022

$2,964 (+0.5%)

$19,030 + $121,750

$140,780

2021

$2,950 (+0.8%)

$19,030 + $121,750

$140,780

2020

$2,926 (−12.5%)

$17,450 + $112,280

$129,730

2019

$3,343 (+33.5%)

$17,450 + $112,280

$129,730

2018

$2,504 (+2.6%)

$17,450 + $107,970

$125,420

2017

$2,440 (−0.3%)

$17,450 + $104,710

$122,160

2015

$2,448 (+5.9%)

$9,440 + $108,140

$117,580

2014

$2,312

$9,440 + $108,140

$117,580

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

10,149 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1905

Sq. Ft.

1,932

Year built

1905

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Buchanan County

APN

10.04.282.002

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Garage, Off Street, On Street

Interior

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Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas

Interior Features
Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Water Softener Owned, Washer
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning

Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full

Exterior

Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,932
Levels: Two
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Frame, Vinyl Siding

Property Features
On Waterfront

Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Wooded, Waterfront
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size : 1.006
Lot Size Dimensions: 275 x 453
Lot Size Area: 1.006
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.006

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,482

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Cable Available, Cable Connected
Sewer: Public Sewer

Location

Schools Information
Elementary School: Independence
Middle Or Junior School: Independence
High School: Independence

Location Information
Directions: from IA-150 N turn left on 2nd St SE, turn left on 2nd Ave SW, property is on the left.

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,932
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 10,149 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1905
Year Renovated: 1905
County: Buchanan County
APN: 10.04.282.002

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 15, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: CedarRapidsAreaAssociationOfRealtors

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

East Elementary School

Public K-2 • Assigned • 0.6mi

Independence Junior Senior High School

Public 7-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi

3/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 101° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

1/10 Air Factor

0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years

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Independence, IA • 50644

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In this area, properties receive around 10.1 hours in June and 4 hours in December, which is comparable to the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$185,000 – $223,000

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Home values near 302 2nd Ave SW

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
215 2nd Avenue Southwest, Independence, IA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 3516 Sq. Ft.	$214,992
209 2nd Street Southwest, Independence, IA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1824 Sq. Ft.	$198,770
401 2nd Avenue Southwest, Independence, IA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2719 Sq. Ft.	$286,519
312 2nd Avenue Southwest, Independence, IA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2166 Sq. Ft.	$319,599
500 2nd Avenue Southwest, Independence, IA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2988 Sq. Ft.	$270,450
215 Southwest 2nd, Independence, IA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3516 Sq. Ft.	$325,101
311 3rd Avenue Southwest, Independence, IA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1968 Sq. Ft.	$233,764

Address	Redfin Estimate
209 2nd Avenue Southwest, Independence, IA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1424 Sq. Ft.	$166,156
215 2nd Street Southwest, Independence, IA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1448 Sq. Ft.	$125,060
301 2nd Avenue Southwest, Independence, IA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1418 Sq. Ft.	$256,300
402 2nd Avenue Southwest, Independence, IA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3010 Sq. Ft.	$267,255
501 2nd Avenue Southwest, Independence, IA 5 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3252 Sq. Ft.	$237,898
214 3rd Avenue Southwest, Independence, IA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 1692 Sq. Ft.	$398,757
300 4th Street Southwest, Independence, IA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2170 Sq. Ft.	$179,125

Address	Redfin Estimate
203 2nd Avenue Southwest, Independence, IA 5 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2952 Sq. Ft.	$250,041
405 2nd Avenue Southwest, Independence, IA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1902 Sq. Ft.	$181,145
315 2nd Avenue Southwest, Independence, IA 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1623 Sq. Ft.	$217,359
406 2nd Avenue Southwest, Independence, IA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2007 Sq. Ft.	$238,084
203 2nd Street Southeast, Independence, IA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 744 Sq. Ft.	$118,946
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