Exceptional home on hard to find in town acreage! Quality and comfort are yours in this magnificent four bedroom, four bathroom home that sits on over 1.5 acres! Stepping inside, you will appreciate the attention to detail, and unique features of this custom-built home. The two story foyer greets you with a gorgeous loft and stairway, and it flows seamlessly into the great room. The living room is spacious, and anchored by a gas fireplace, flanked on both sides by custom built-ins. This sun drenched space is connected to the kitchen and dining areas. You will appreciate the chef’s kitchen, including tons of custom cabinetry with all of the extras, a center prep island, solid surface countertops, and built-in appliances. Additionally, there is a double door pantry for tons of organized storage. Connected is the formal dining space with a built-in desk, access to the deck, and glorious views of the rear exterior. The primary bedroom is huge, with plenty of room for a king size bed and additional bedroom furniture, plus has a walk-in closet, and provides access to the backyard. Attached is the ensuite with dual sinks, a separate spa-like jetted tub, and a custom shower. Finishing the main floor is an additional bathroom, and a large laundry room with plenty of storage. Upstairs, you will enjoy views of the main living space from the loft. Additionally, you will find three spacious bedrooms, one with a vaulted ceiling, and a full bathroom with dual sinks to share. Living continues in the lower level! You will love the rustic feel in this area, with a large family room, electric fireplace, a flex space, a great wet bar area for entertaining, and an additional half bathroom, as well as plenty of storage options. Outside, is a convenient, attached, two stall garage, high end landscaping with multiple entertaining areas, and gorgeous views at every turn! The 1,014 square foot outbuilding was damaged by a tree. The building to be repaired structurally in 2026, and is ready for you to finish and use as you wish! Other extras included in this property are a new heat pump furnace and a/c, new water heater, new oven, new dishwasher, new water softener & filtration system, a sound system on the main floor and upstairs, a surround sound system in the lower level, and light up decorative trim on top of the kitchen cabinetry and living room media center. Don’t let this opportunity pass you by, schedule your showing today! * * Under offer with a 24 Hour Clause.
Est. $1,386 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 500 Douglass Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
NEIRBR as distributed by MLS GRID #20261109
Sep 10, 2026
Sold
$490,000
$130/sq ft
Aug 7, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 6, 2026
Price Changed
$524,900
$140/sq ft
Jun 3, 2026
Price Changed
$534,900
$142/sq ft
Apr 27, 2026
Price Changed
$544,900
$145/sq ft
Mar 23, 2026
Listed
$549,900
$146/sq ft
NEIRBR as distributed by MLS GRID #20220978
May 11, 2022
Sold
$500,000
$133/sq ft
Mar 16, 2022
Listed
$465,000
$124/sq ft
+25
This is an Absolutely Stunning home that really has everything your looking for! Custom built home that is unique throughout, with an attention to detail that is a must see!! This home sits on just over 1.5 Acres M/L with a very quiet and peaceful setting! Main Floor laundry room right as you come in from the garage and a half bath! Open concept kitchen with an amazing view to the back yard and Tons of Natural light throughout this spacious home! The Master bedroom is on the main floor with a master bath and Separate Shower! Very spacious walk in closet and a set of doors that go out to your wrap around porch and private patio! Upstairs you have 3 more spacious bedrooms and a Full bath! The lower level offers an awesome family room with pool table area and a wet bar setup that will definitely be a great spot to entertain! Plenty of storage in the lower level as well! The Outside areas are simply gorgeous! Beautiful patio area with a built in grill and tons of space to entertain outside! The garage out back is a 39' X 26' heated garage/Shop that is great for any hobbies or man cave! Get your showing scheduled as they will fill up quick! This one will go fast!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,602 (+16.0%)
$52,700 + $528,680
$581,380
2024
$6,556 (+14.0%)
$52,700 + $528,680
$581,380
2023
$5,750 (+3.5%)
$52,700 + $423,690
$476,390
2022
$5,556 (−2.3%)
$52,700 + $423,690
$476,390
2021
$5,686 (+0.8%)
$52,700 + $302,600
$355,300
2020
$5,642 (+1.4%)
$46,350 + $302,600
$348,950
2019
$5,564 (+0.1%)
$46,350 + $302,600
$348,950
2018
$5,556 (−2.6%)
$46,350 + $302,600
$348,950
2017
$5,706 (+6.8%)
$46,350 + $287,470
$333,820
2016
$5,342 (+4.8%)
$46,350 + $287,170
$333,520
2014
$5,098
$46,350 + $280,550
$326,900
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.54 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,753
Year built
2001
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Black Hawk County
APN
891234302017
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 8, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Attached Garage
Has Carport
# of Carport Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Oversized, Workshop in Garage, Attached, Detached
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump, Electric
Interior Features
Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Central Vacuum, Pantry, Sound System, Wet Bar
Appliances: Built-In Range, Cooktop, Range, Oven
Fireplace Features: Electric, Gas, Family Room, Living Room
Room Information
Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
Has Basement
Basement Details: Partially Finished
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Wrap Around
Roof: Shingle, Asphalt
Building Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,048
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Acres
Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Concrete, Paved
Lot Size Dimensions: 1.54 Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.54
Zoning: R-1
Zoning Description: R-1
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,772
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Poyner
Middle Or Junior School: Bunger
High School: East High
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,753
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.54 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2001
Year Renovated: —
County: Black Hawk County
APN: 891234302017
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 8, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: neirbr
Around this home
Schools
Poyner Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi
6/10
Bunger Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
3/10
East High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.3mi
2/10
Provided by GreatSchools
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
2/10 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
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Waterloo, IA • 50703
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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17
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
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Oct
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Dec
Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Waterloo. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.4 hrs
6.7 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$466,000 – $564,000
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