This beautifully updated 1 1/2 story home is full of charm! You will immediately fall in love with the large covered front porch with a swing and plenty of room for your outdoor furniture. As you walk through the front door you come into a large living room, complete with charming built-ins, a wood burning fireplace and beautifully refinished hardwood floors. The living room opens up to the dining room, which has plenty of space for your dining table. The dining area is open to the kitchen equipped with a bar top, and lots of cabinet and counter space along with a huge walk in pantry! Also, on the main floor is a recently remodeled bathroom, laundry room and bedroom. Upstairs you will find two additional bedrooms that are full of character, a huge bathroom and a non-conforming room that is currently being used as a walk-in closet. The basement is non-finished but is being used a family room, exercise room, game room, and even more storage space! Outside, the large backyard is perfect for play and entertainment. The over-sized two-stall garage has space for vehicles and storage. The yard behind the garage is a great spot to store a camper or boat or enjoy family and friends around a fire pit. There was a new roof in 2018 and more updates throughout. Located across the street from a beautiful park and pool and walking distance from the city golf course, this property is a must see! Call today for your private showing!
Single-familyProperty Type
1905Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$135Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Nicole Miller• RE/MAX Concepts - Waverly
Bought with Jessica Kettleson• Century 21 Signature RE- Waverly
Source:NEIRBR as distributed by MLS GRID #20202054
Redfin Estimate
$208,886
$58K since sold in February 2021$2,000 since October
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 1.5% lower than the average sale price ($212K) of 6 comparable homes.
This beautifully updated 1 1/2 story home is full of charm! You will immediately fall in love with the large covered front porch with a swing and plenty of room for your outdoor furniture. As you walk through the front door you come into a large living room, complete with charming built-ins, a wood burning fireplace and beautifully refinished hardwood floors. The living room opens up to the dining room, which has plenty of space for your dining table. The dining area is open to the kitchen equipped with a bar top, and lots of cabinet and counter space along with a huge walk in pantry! Also, on the main floor is a recently remodeled bathroom, laundry room and bedroom. Upstairs you will find two additional bedrooms that are full of character, a huge bathroom and a non-conforming room that is currently being used as a walk-in closet. The basement is non-finished but is being used a family room, exercise room, game room, and even more storage space! Outside, the large backyard is perfect for play and entertainment. The over-sized two-stall garage has space for vehicles and storage. The yard behind the garage is a great spot to store a camper or boat or enjoy family and friends around a fire pit. There was a new roof in 2018 and more updates throughout. Located across the street from a beautiful park and pool and walking distance from the city golf course, this property is a must see! Call today for your private showing!
Public Records
Jul 25, 2011
Sold
$129,000
$84/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 27, 2009
Sold
$125,000
$81/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,052 (+2.5%)
$26,400 + $160,650
$187,050
2025
$2,978 (−1.5%)
$26,400 + $160,650
$187,050
2024
$3,022 (+12.4%)
$26,400 + $160,650
$187,050
2023
$2,688 (+3.6%)
$26,400 + $150,420
$176,820
2022
$2,594 (−6.6%)
$23,100 + $160,280
$183,380
2021
$2,778 (+10.6%)
$23,100 + $124,100
$147,200
2020
$2,512 (+5.2%)
$19,800 + $118,720
$138,520
2019
$2,388 (+2.2%)
$19,800 + $118,720
$138,520
2018
$2,336 (−2.2%)
$19,800 + $118,720
$138,520
2017
$2,388 (−5.3%)
$19,800 + $115,260
$135,060
2016
$2,522 (+5.1%)
$19,800 + $115,260
$135,060
2015
$2,400 (+2.2%)
$21,190 + $113,920
$135,110
2014
$2,348 (+29.0%)
$19,800 + $106,470
$126,270
2013
$1,820
$19,800 + $106,470
$126,270
Tax history for 520 5th Ave SW
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,052 (+2.5%)
$26,400 + $160,650
$187,050
2025
$2,978 (−1.5%)
$26,400 + $160,650
$187,050
2024
$3,022 (+12.4%)
$26,400 + $160,650
$187,050
2023
$2,688 (+3.6%)
$26,400 + $150,420
$176,820
2022
$2,594 (−6.6%)
$23,100 + $160,280
$183,380
2021
$2,778 (+10.6%)
$23,100 + $124,100
$147,200
2020
$2,512 (+5.2%)
$19,800 + $118,720
$138,520
2019
$2,388 (+2.2%)
$19,800 + $118,720
$138,520
2018
$2,336 (−2.2%)
$19,800 + $118,720
$138,520
2017
$2,388 (−5.3%)
$19,800 + $115,260
$135,060
2016
$2,522 (+5.1%)
$19,800 + $115,260
$135,060
2015
$2,400 (+2.2%)
$21,190 + $113,920
$135,110
2014
$2,348 (+29.0%)
$19,800 + $106,470
$126,270
2013
$1,820
$19,800 + $106,470
$126,270
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 1,018
Basement Finish: Resident
Basement Type: Full
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
Heating & Cooling
Heating Type: Gas
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 6
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Very Good
Foundation Type: Concrete Block
Construction Type: Frame
Exterior Wall: Stucco
Roof Covering Type: Asphalt
Roof Shape Type: Asphalt
Building Type: Single Family
Property Information
Subdivision Name: SMITHS WW ADD
Living Sq. Ft: 1,542
Building Sq. Ft: 2,560
# of Stories: 1
Stories Type: 1
Legal Description: 03-91-14 W W SMITH LOT 5 BLK 3
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Type: Detached Frame Garage
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 624
Garage / Carport Type: Detached Frame
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 8,712
Legal Lot Number: 5
Legal Block Number: 3
Acres: 0.2
Depth Footage: 132
Front Footage: 66
County Use Description: RESIDENTIAL
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,542
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,712 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1905
Year Renovated: 1905
County: Bremer County
APN: 0903432005
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 14, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Waverly-Shell Rock Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
7/10
Waverly-Shell Rock Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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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 102° 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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Waverly, IA • 50677
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10 hours in
June and 3.9 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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Estimated sale price
$199,000 – $241,000
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