SOLD JUL 24, 2026

Sold on jul 2026

$241,500

•

1,968

sq ft

311 3rd Ave Ave SW, Independence, IA 50644

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Updated Story-and-a-Half Home Full of Charm and Major Improvements! This beautifully updated story-and-a-half home is packed with upgrades and ready for its next owner. From the moment you arrive, you’ll notice the enhanced curb appeal with a newly added peak over the front porch, new vinyl siding, new windows, a new driveway and storage shed. Inside, the home features a fully refreshed kitchen with new cabinets, remodeled bathrooms, new flooring, updated light fixtures, new gas fireplace and countless other improvements throughout. Major mechanical updates include most of the electrical being updated along with new plumbing, new water softener, giving you peace of mind along with style. Outside and in the garage, even more updates have been completed, including stamped concrete and a new concrete garage floor. This home offers the perfect mix of character, comfort, and big-ticket updates already done for you. Call today to take a look! Outside and in the garage, even more updates have been completed, including stamped concrete and a new concrete garage floor. This home offers the perfect mix of character, comfort, and big-ticket updates already done for you.

Single-familyProperty Type

1956Year Built

8,712 sq ftLot Size

$123Price/Sq.Ft.

1 spaceParking

Listed by Barbara Sailer • Homefront Realty, LLC

Bought with Kellie Cole • Ohl Iowa Realty, Inc

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:NEIRBR as distributed by MLS GRID #20262747

Redfin Estimate

$237,320

$4,180 since sold in July 2026$7,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 17.6% higher than the average sale price ($202K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$240,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,930 sq ft
306 NE 16th Ave, Independence, IA 50644
SOLD MAY 13, 2026
$208,500
B
3 beds1.5 baths1,727 sq ft
510 SW 6th Ave, Independence, IA 50644
SOLD JUN 23, 2026
$188,500
C
3 beds2 baths1,563 sq ft
711 SW 6th St, Independence, IA 50644
SOLD JAN 30, 2026
$198,000
D
3 beds2 baths2,069 sq ft
307 SE 7th Ave, Independence, IA 50644
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$225,500
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,960 sq ft
811 SW 9th Ave, Independence, IA 50644
SOLD SEP 9, 2026
$150,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,852 sq ft
314 15th Ave. N.e. Ave, Independence, IA 50644

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Market trends in 50644, IA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

96.6%

0.7% MoM

Median sale price

$201K

$21K MoM

Avg. days on market

10d

4 days MoM

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1 MoM

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Est. $1,721 per month, based on comparable rentals

Sale and tax history for 311 3rd Ave Ave SW

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

NEIRBR as distributed by MLS GRID #20262747

Jul 24, 2026

Sold

$241,500

$123/sq ft

Jun 18, 2026

Pending

—

Jun 17, 2026

Listed

$238,500

$121/sq ft

NEIRBR as distributed by MLS GRID #20191000

Oct 22, 2019

Sold

$139,000

$71/sq ft

Mar 11, 2019

Listed

$144,900

$74/sq ft

This Cape Cod home is unique for it's many characteristics, i. e. , large living room with fireplace, French door leading to enclosed back porch, dining area with built-in bookcase and china cupboard, open staircase, large bedroom & bath on main level, hardwood floor, carpet & vinyl. Two more large bedrooms on the upper level with full bath & lots of closets for storage. Beautiful back yard with new white vinyl fence for privacy. Attached garage. Walking distance from downtown!

NEIRBR as distributed by MLS GRID #20151734

Jul 15, 2015

Sold

$137,000

$70/sq ft

Mar 10, 2015

Listed

$147,000

$75/sq ft

+15

This charming Cape Cod offers a light and airy floor plan with original touches and a few surprises. A brick fireplace warms the spacious living room. Lovely French doors provide natural light and open to a screened porch and a view of the nice back yard complete with storage shed and surrounded by a white picket fence. Built-in bookcase and china cupboard add a special touch. An abundance of cabinets and drawers fill the kitchen that also features a cozy breakfast nook tucked in the corner. One big bedroom and updated bath are located on the main floor while original hardwood floors, two large dormered bedrooms and full bath are found upstairs. There’s no lack of storage space in this home. . . several huge closets throughout plus a full basement and attached garage.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$3,586 (+5.7%)

$23,020 + $179,800

$202,820

2025

$3,392 (+3.2%)

$23,020 + $179,800

$202,820

2024

$3,286 (+6.2%)

$23,020 + $179,800

$202,820

2023

$3,094 (+3.1%)

$20,560 + $158,970

$179,530

2022

$3,000 (−0.2%)

$16,320 + $135,180

$151,500

2021

$3,006 (−5.4%)

$16,320 + $135,180

$151,500

2020

$3,176 (−0.7%)

$14,960 + $125,860

$140,820

2019

$3,198 (+4.2%)

$14,960 + $125,860

$140,820

2018

$3,068 (+8.5%)

$14,960 + $123,960

$138,920

2017

$2,828 (+23.2%)

$14,960 + $123,960

$138,920

2015

$2,296 (+9.0%)

$8,090 + $118,320

$126,410

2014

$2,106

$8,090 + $106,040

$114,130

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

1.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

8,712 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1956

Sq. Ft.

1,850

Year built

1956

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Buchanan County

APN

10.04.261.006

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
Has Attached Garage
Has Carport
# of Carport Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Attached

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1

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

Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Fireplace Features: Gas

Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Has Basement
Basement Details: Block

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Roof: Asphalt

Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding

Property Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Other Structures: Storage

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

Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Lot Size Dimensions: 66 x 132
Lot Size Acres: 0.2
Zoning: R-1
Zoning Description: R-1

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,597

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Location

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

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,850
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 8,712 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: 1956
County: Buchanan County
APN: 10.04.261.006

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 15, 2026

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Listing Information
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Around this home

Schools

East Elementary School

Public K-2 • Assigned • 0.5mi

Independence Junior Senior High School

Public 7-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi

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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

3/10 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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Mar

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May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

94/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

This home receives average direct sun exposure in Independence. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

9.1 hrs

4.5 hrs

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Estimated sale price

$226,000 – $273,000

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Home values near 311 3rd Ave Ave SW

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
214 3rd Avenue Southwest, Independence, IA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 1692 Sq. Ft.	$423,639
311 3rd Street Southwest, Independence, IA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3484 Sq. Ft.	$319,101

Address	Redfin Estimate
215 3rd Avenue Southwest, Independence, IA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 4048 Sq. Ft.	$300,515
305 3rd Street Southwest, Independence, IA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2060 Sq. Ft.	$201,307

Address	Redfin Estimate
310 3rd Street Southwest, Independence, IA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1999 Sq. Ft.	$170,137
301 3rd Avenue Southwest, Independence, IA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2144 Sq. Ft.	$158,965

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