Welcome to your perfect ranch-style retreat in Waterloo, where modern updates and classic comfort come together seamlessly! Discover the charm of this delightful ranch-style home in Waterloo. Featuring an updated kitchen with abundant maple cabinetry, this residence offers a perfect blend of modern convenience and classic appeal. Upon entry, you'll be greeted by a spacious and inviting living room that exudes style and charm, featuring large windows and a central fireplace. The main level includes three comfortable bedrooms, ideal for family living. An attached one-stall garage provides easy access and extra storage space. Enjoy the added bonus of a cozy attached sunporch and back patio, perfect for relaxing or entertaining, and a large backyard that invites outdoor enjoyment and possibilities. The unfinished basement provides ample room for future expansion or customization. Don't miss the opportunity to make this lovely home yours!
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
0.28 acresLot Size
$171Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Valerie Wolfensperger• Oakridge Real Estate
Bought with Janice Hewitt• RE/MAX Concepts - Waterloo
This charming ranch style home awaits you! Just step inside and the spacious living room showcasing magnificent style, along with daylight windows and center wood fireplace instantly invites you. Moving into the dining room and kitchen, your eyes will spy all the upgrades including wall to wall cherry cabinetry, tile flooring, updated countertops, tile backsplash, stainless appliances, and enclosed porch access. The main floor also features three amazing bedrooms, as well as an updated full bathroom with a stunning tile wrap and more! The lower level provides storage space galore, laundry area, and room for potential future finished living space. Exterior also offers key elements that you’ll enjoy, extended driveway, single stall attached garage, enclosed porch, expansive backyard, and patio space. Minutes to everything—this is not a home to miss!
NEIRBR as distributed by MLS GRID #20180677
May 3, 2018
Sold
$147,500
$129/sq ft
Feb 15, 2018
Listed
$151,470
$132/sq ft
+15
You will be amazed by this beautifully remodeled home! The property features a new kitchen with high-end maple cabinets, a completely transformed bathroom, an oversized single-stall garage, new furnace and A/C, and a newer washer and dryer. With all the updates, the owners were still sure to keep some original details like charming built-ins and original doors. A 3-season porch off the kitchen opens out onto a large yard. The spacious, open basement has tons of potential for you to make your own. Minutes to everything—this is not a home to miss!
Public Records
Nov 1, 2013
Sold
$113,000
$99/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,878 (+0.3%)
$28,560 + $172,380
$200,940
2025
$3,866 (+8.7%)
$28,560 + $172,380
$200,940
2024
$3,558 (+7.6%)
$28,560 + $172,380
$200,940
2023
$3,306 (+2.7%)
$28,560 + $159,890
$188,450
2022
$3,218 (+4.3%)
$28,560 + $159,890
$188,450
2021
$3,086 (+1.6%)
$28,560 + $121,960
$150,520
2020
$3,036 (+4.3%)
$20,400 + $115,860
$136,260
2019
$2,910 (+8.1%)
$20,400 + $115,860
$136,260
2018
$2,692 (−3.1%)
$20,400 + $115,860
$136,260
2017
$2,778 (+3.0%)
$20,400 + $109,050
$129,450
2016
$2,698 (+9.2%)
$20,400 + $109,050
$129,450
2014
$2,470
$20,400 + $101,610
$122,010
Tax history for 1140 E Ridgeway Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,878 (+0.3%)
$28,560 + $172,380
$200,940
2025
$3,866 (+8.7%)
$28,560 + $172,380
$200,940
2024
$3,558 (+7.6%)
$28,560 + $172,380
$200,940
2023
$3,306 (+2.7%)
$28,560 + $159,890
$188,450
2022
$3,218 (+4.3%)
$28,560 + $159,890
$188,450
2021
$3,086 (+1.6%)
$28,560 + $121,960
$150,520
2020
$3,036 (+4.3%)
$20,400 + $115,860
$136,260
2019
$2,910 (+8.1%)
$20,400 + $115,860
$136,260
2018
$2,692 (−3.1%)
$20,400 + $115,860
$136,260
2017
$2,778 (+3.0%)
$20,400 + $109,050
$129,450
2016
$2,698 (+9.2%)
$20,400 + $109,050
$129,450
2014
$2,470
$20,400 + $101,610
$122,010
*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
2
Stories
—
Lot width
80 ft.
Lot depth
150 ft.
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,744
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Black Hawk County
APN
881303226006
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 14, 2026.
R-2
One and Two Family Residence District
The R-2 District is intended to provide for areas of the community which are suitable for low density residential uses that are adjacent to residential, professional office or neighborhood commercial uses. Any outside storage of materials or equipment shall be limited and clearly incidental and accessory to the Principal Permitted Use, and shall not include the outside storage of junk or salvage material or similar debris. Outside storage of materials or equipment shall not be permitted in a front yard. This provision shall not restrict the outside storage of licensed and operable vehicles that are accessory and clearly incidental to the Principal Permitted Use.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Infrastructure
Public service
Educational/school
Recreation
Golf related
Cemetery
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Attached Garage
Has Carport
# of Carport Spaces: 1
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Interior Features
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Unfinished
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle, Asphalt
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
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: 80 x 150
Lot Size Acres: 0.28
Zoning Description: R-2
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,766.67
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Kingsley Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Hoover Intermediate
High School: West High
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,744
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: —
County: Black Hawk County
APN: 881303226006
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 14, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Kittrell Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
6/10
Hoover Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
6/10
West High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
3/10
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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, 16 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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In this area, properties receive around 10.1 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$186,000 – $225,000
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