Discover the space and endless potential of this charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home. If you’re comfortable and ready to tackle a fixer-upper, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for! Step inside and feel the inviting character of a residence designed for both comfort and connection, complete with thoughtful built-ins that add charm and practical storage throughout. The living room and family room each feature a classic wood-burning fireplace, creating cozy gathering spots perfect for chilly evenings or relaxed weekend mornings. The unfinished lower level is a blank canvas brimming with possibility—ideal for expanding your living space, creating a home office, gym, or recreation area, adding valuable storage, or finishing it to your exact vision and increasing the home’s long-term value. Outside, a generous deck invites you to grill, entertain friends, or simply unwind on summer nights. The one-stall garage is complemented by extra parking right beside it, offering convenient space for additional vehicles or guests. The spacious lot offers room for children to play, pets to explore, or a garden to flourish—giving you the outdoor lifestyle so many buyers crave. This is more than a house; it’s a ready-to-love home with built-in character and outstanding upside, waiting for its next chapter. Don’t miss the chance to make it yours. Schedule your private showing today and start envisioning the life you’ll create here.
Median sale price in this area is $184,395. (0% lower than this home)
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Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
Full Baths: 1
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Finished Sq. Ft.: 1,496
Unfinished Sq. Ft.: —
Total Sq. Ft.: 1,496
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,280 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1959
Year Renovated: 1959
County: Buchanan County
APN: 06.34.435.002
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Sale and tax history for 612 7th Ave NE
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Fizber.com #11567731
Aug 4, 2026
Listed
$185,000
$124/sq ft
FSBO.com #cms7vozml004rs6019pvp6w1f
Jul 30, 2026
Listed
$185,000
$124/sq ft
Discover the warmth, space, and endless potential of this charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home. Step inside and feel the inviting character of a residence designed for both comfort and connection. The living room and family room each feature a classic wood-burning fireplace, creating cozy gathering spots perfect for chilly evenings or relaxed weekend mornings. The unfinished lower level is a blank canvas brimming with possibility—ideal for expanding your living space, creating a home office, gym, or recreation area, adding valuable storage, or finishing it to your exact vision and increasing the home’s long-term value. Outside, a generous deck invites you to grill, entertain friends, or simply unwind on summer nights. The spacious lot offers room for children to play, pets to explore, or a garden to flourish—giving you the outdoor lifestyle so many buyers crave. This is more than a house; it’s a ready-to-love home waiting for its next chapter. Don’t miss the chance to make it yours. Schedule your private showing today and start envisioning the life you’ll create here.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,156 (+3.2%)
$18,710 + $173,140
$191,850
2024
$3,058 (+6.7%)
$18,710 + $173,140
$191,850
2023
$2,866 (+3.2%)
$16,700 + $151,110
$167,810
2022
$2,778 (+0.7%)
$13,260 + $127,650
$140,910
2021
$2,760 (+1.0%)
$13,260 + $127,650
$140,910
2020
$2,734 (+1.1%)
$12,050 + $117,910
$129,960
2019
$2,704 (+4.4%)
$12,050 + $117,910
$129,960
2018
$2,590 (−3.1%)
$12,050 + $113,940
$125,990
2017
$2,674 (−0.3%)
$12,050 + $113,940
$125,990
2015
$2,682 (+5.8%)
$7,180 + $120,820
$128,000
2014
$2,534
$7,180 + $120,820
$128,000
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,280 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1959
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,496
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,496
Year built
1959
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Buchanan County
APN
06.34.435.002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
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 102° 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
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Independence, IA • 50644
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.6 hrs
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Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 612 7th Ave NE
$180,114
$4,886 under list price of $185K
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