You won't want to miss this great story and a half home in a perfectly centralized location close to Waterloo parks, downtown Waterloo, and Cedar Falls. Step inside and you'll love the spacious living room featuring a large picture window bringing in tons of natural light. Right off the living room you'll find a good sized dining area that flows nicely into the updated kitchen offering plenty of cabinet and counter space, built-in appliances, along with a distinctive bump-out window with views of the backyard. Finishing off the main floor you'll find a nice sized bedroom, full bath and a drop zone area sensibly located between the kitchen and dining room. Head upstairs to find three additional bedrooms and a convenient half bath. Moving to the lower level you'll enjoy over 400 square feet of finished space equipped with a welcoming family room area, as well as plenty of extra storage space. On the exterior of the home you're sure to be impressed by the expansive back yard, large two stall garage, and front/side deck with ramp access if necessary. With four bedrooms, three levels of living space, and a great neighborhood, this home is an incredible value! Call to schedule your private showing today!
One to grow in! This stunning one and half story home is situated near multiple Waterloo Parks and is centrally located! Step inside and you’ll instantly feel at home in this elegant abode, showcasing a spacious living room that provides plenty of natural light and a great picture window of the front exterior. Just off of the main living area you’ll love the updated kitchen and dining room area. Here you’ll appreciate the sizable dining area and free flowing layout with the awesome kitchen. This home's cookspace is sure to please, offering lots of great cabinetry and ample countertop space, along with built-in appliances and a unique bump-out window with a view. Finishing the main floor you will also enjoy a lovely main floor bedroom, hallway full bathroom and a dropzone just off the kitchen. Moving to the upper level you’ll be excited to find a convenient half bath and three lovely bedrooms, making a total four bedrooms at such great value! Looking at the lower level you’ll appreciate the finished family room area that’s super cozy and also connects to a perfect reading nook or possible office space, as well as a spare room/storage space near the back of the home. Exterior amenities include the double stall garage, expansive backyard and a convenient front deck with ramp access if needed. This incredible four bedroom home has so much to offer! Act fast!
Public Records
Nov 1, 2012
Sold
$134,000
$70/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,170 (+8.7%)
$27,090 + $197,130
$224,220
2024
$3,836 (+9.7%)
$27,090 + $197,130
$224,220
2023
$3,498 (+2.7%)
$27,090 + $175,340
$202,430
2022
$3,406 (+5.3%)
$27,090 + $175,340
$202,430
2021
$3,236 (+8.5%)
$27,090 + $141,030
$168,120
2020
$2,982 (−1.1%)
$21,280 + $130,170
$151,450
2019
$3,014 (+0.9%)
$21,280 + $121,340
$142,620
2018
$2,986 (−3.1%)
$21,280 + $121,340
$142,620
2017
$3,080 (+1.4%)
$21,280 + $121,340
$142,620
2016
$3,038 (+5.9%)
$21,280 + $121,340
$142,620
2014
$2,868
$21,280 + $114,950
$136,230
Tax history for 223 Valley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,170 (+8.7%)
$27,090 + $197,130
$224,220
2024
$3,836 (+9.7%)
$27,090 + $197,130
$224,220
2023
$3,498 (+2.7%)
$27,090 + $175,340
$202,430
2022
$3,406 (+5.3%)
$27,090 + $175,340
$202,430
2021
$3,236 (+8.5%)
$27,090 + $141,030
$168,120
2020
$2,982 (−1.1%)
$21,280 + $130,170
$151,450
2019
$3,014 (+0.9%)
$21,280 + $121,340
$142,620
2018
$2,986 (−3.1%)
$21,280 + $121,340
$142,620
2017
$3,080 (+1.4%)
$21,280 + $121,340
$142,620
2016
$3,038 (+5.9%)
$21,280 + $121,340
$142,620
2014
$2,868
$21,280 + $114,950
$136,230
*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
4
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
71 ft.
Lot depth
191 ft.
Lot size
0.31 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,839
Year built
1966
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Black Hawk County
APN
891321177031
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 12, 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 Carport
# of Carport Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Interior Features
Appliances: Oven, Range, Built-In Range, Dryer, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Fireplace Features: None
Room Information
Laundry Features: Lower Level
Has Basement
Basement Details: Block, Concrete
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Roof: Shingle, Asphalt
Building Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 425
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Lot Size Dimensions: 71 x 191
Lot Size Acres: 0.311
Zoning Description: R-2
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,178
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Fred Becker Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Central Intermediate
High School: East High
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,839
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1966
Year Renovated: —
County: Black Hawk County
APN: 891321177031
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 12, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Fred Becker Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
5/10
Central Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
2/10
East High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.1mi
2/10
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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, 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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In this area, properties receive around 10 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$229,000 – $278,000
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