500 W 3rd Street, Sumner, IA 50674 — a recently remodeled 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offering move-in ready living with plenty of versatile space. The interior has been completely renovated, with vaulted ceilings creating a beautiful open concept feel. A finished walk-in attic adds flexible bonus space — use it as an extra bedroom, home office, playroom, or simply generous storage. With three bedrooms, two full baths, and that bonus attic level, the home lives larger than expected. For buyers who want character without a project list, this is the sweet spot: renovation done, deck new, outbuildings ready from day one. Step outside to the new deck, plus a car-port and extra storage shed for vehicles, tools, and gear. The property even includes a chicken coop — a rare in-town find for fresh eggs and a little hobby-farm charm. Set in Sumner, a welcoming small town in Bremer County, this home delivers the calm of rural Iowa living with local shops, community schools, and everyday conveniences close by. Remodeled homes that are truly move-in ready are hard to come by in small-town Iowa — this one is ready for its next owner today, not after months of projects. Whether you are settling into small-town life or hunting for an affordable Iowa home. Upgrades - Home was gutted to studs less than 4 years ago. Reinsulated, Rewired, Windows & Doors, Kitchen Cabinets, Flooring, Shingled Roof in 2023 Front Deck-2026. Added Carport-2025, New furnace-2023
Are you renting? Looking for a great starter Home with over 1/2 Acre awesome yard? Pay less owning then renting with this 3 bedroom home. It offers hardwood floors, main floor laundry, 2 bedrooms on main and 1 in the upper level. Spacious kitchen, dining and living room. Enjoy the back sun porch and the attached garage. There is a storage shed out back as well. Plenty of room for a garden, the playset can stay and enjoy the summer on your own front porch, so call soon to make your move.
NEIRBR as distributed by MLS GRID #20173377
Sep 8, 2017
Sold
$42,000
$33/sq ft
Jun 16, 2017
Listed
$45,000
$35/sq ft
What a great starter home! This charming house offers 2 bedrooms 1 bathroom, a den area and an oversized lot! Why pay rent when you can build equity! Don't miss out, call today to schedule your private showing!
Public Records
Jun 2, 2011
Sold
$25,000
$20/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,174 (+10.1%)
$13,200 + $74,890
$88,090
2025
$1,066 (+23.1%)
$13,200 + $74,890
$88,090
2024
$866 (+53.0%)
$13,200 + $73,080
$86,280
2023
$566 (+3.3%)
$13,200 + $63,100
$76,300
2022
$548 (−4.5%)
$11,550 + $52,950
$64,500
2021
$574 (+2.9%)
$11,550 + $28,710
$40,260
2020
$558 (+8.6%)
$9,900 + $29,470
$39,370
2019
$514 (−19.7%)
$9,900 + $29,470
$39,370
2018
$640 (−16.7%)
$9,900 + $29,470
$39,370
2017
$768 (+1.6%)
$9,900 + $27,940
$37,840
2016
$756 (+4.7%)
$9,900 + $27,940
$37,840
2015
$722 (+4.6%)
$10,590 + $31,850
$42,440
2014
$690 (−16.9%)
$9,900 + $29,770
$39,670
2013
$830
$9,900 + $29,770
$39,670
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
66 ft.
Lot depth
132 ft.
Lot size
8,712 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1908
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,277
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,277
Year built
1908
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Bremer County
APN
0423479009
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 14, 2026.
Climate risks
7/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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 100° 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
Sumner, IA • 50674
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.7 hrs
6.2 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 500 W 3rd St
$151,934
$3,066 under list price of $155K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $110K to $198K.