NOT LISTED FOR SALE

161 S Walnut St Avoca, IA 51521

Estimated Value: $126,987 - $148,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,223 Sq Ft
$114/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 12, 2021

Last sale price $73,000 $60 Per Sq Ft

Est. 91% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $856/month

133 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Corner Lot
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Living Room
  • No HOA
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of January 2021

Charming 2-bed, 1-bath home nestled atop a hill in the heart of Avoca—freshly updated and ready for your next chapter! With a welcoming vibe, this cutie offers space and comfort ideal for young families, retirees, or anyone tired of renting. Enjoy a strong school system and all the small-town perks: tree-lined streets, friendly neighbors, local parks, and community pride. Make your dreams happen here—move in, unpack, and start living in the Avoca you've been waiting for! Private Remarks: Call agent for access 712-310-7475 Agent owns the property

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Angela Fritz

BHHS Ambassador - CB Listed on: 07/30/2020

BHHS Ambassador - CB

Last Buyer's Agent

Shelly Jager

Key Real Estate License #S44357000

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • Corner Lot

Home Design

  • Frame Construction
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,223 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Partial Basement
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom

Schools

  • A-H-S-T-W Elementary And Middle School
  • A-H-S-T-W High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Gas Available
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Air Conditioner: Electric Central
  • Basement: Partial
  • Basement: None, Unfinished, Partial
  • Dining Facilities: Eat In Kitchen, Formal Dining
  • Entry Level: Main Level
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fans, Smoke Alarms
  • Kitchen Features: Electric Range, Refrigerator
  • Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Lower Tri Level: None
  • Main Level: Baths, Kitchen, Primary Bedroom, Other Bedrooms, Living Room, Dining
  • Ramp Access: No
  • Second Level: None
  • Sq Ft Main Floor: 1223.00
  • Stories: 1.0
  • Total Basement Sq Ft: 480.00
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 1223.00
  • Total Above Ground Finished Sq Ft: 1223.00

Beds/Baths

  • Bathrooms Above Grade: 1
  • Bathrooms Below Grade: None
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: None
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Amenities: Perm Siding
  • New Construction: N
  • Roof: Composition
  • Site Amenities: Corner Lot
  • Style: Ranch

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: None
  • Garage Features: No Features
  • Garage Type: None

Utilities

  • Heating: Gas Forced Air
  • Hot Water Heater: Gas
  • Services: Cable, School Bus, Gas, Electrical, City Water, City Sewer

Association/Amenities

  • Association Fee: N

Schools

  • Elementary School: A-H-S-T-W
  • High School: A-H-S-T-W
  • Jr High: A-H-S-T-W
  • School District: AHSTW

Lot Info

  • Flood Insurance: Not Required
  • Lot Size: 6000 sqFt .14 acres
  • Lot Size Range: Under 1/4 Acre

Building Info

  • Construction: Frame
  • Year Built: 1920

Tax Info

  • Current REIDS Year Paid: N/A
  • First Time Home Buyer Credit: No
  • Net Taxes: $1,262.00
  • Tax Year: 2018

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 20, 2023
Sold by
Kenealy John S and Kenealy Cindy L
Bought by
Bamk Properties Llc
Current Estimated Value
$139,747

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$98,000
Outstanding Balance
$64,728
Interest Rate
7.57%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$75,019

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 30, 2020
Closed on
Jan 7, 2021
Sold by
Avoca Betterment Association
Bought by
Kenealy John S and Kenealy Cindy L
Seller's Agent
Angela Fritz
BHHS Ambassador - CB
Buyer's Agent
Shelly Jager
Key Real Estate
List Price
$74,900
Sold Price
$73,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,900
-2.54%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.96%
Original Mortgage
$58,400
Interest Rate
2.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 12, 2012
Sold by
Farmers & Merchants State Bank
Bought by
City Of Avoca Iowa
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bamk Properties Llc $98,000 None Listed On Document
Kenealy John S $73,000 None Available
City Of Avoca Iowa $15,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bamk Properties Llc $98,000
Previous Owner Kenealy John S $58,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/29/2025 10/29/25 For Sale $140,000 +91.8% $128 / Sq Ft
01/12/2021 01/12/21 Sold $73,000 -2.5% $60 / Sq Ft
12/10/2020 12/10/20 Pending -- -- --
12/03/2020 12/03/20 For Sale $74,900 0.0% $61 / Sq Ft
11/09/2020 11/09/20 Pending -- -- --
10/19/2020 10/19/20 Price Changed $74,900 -6.3% $61 / Sq Ft
09/15/2020 09/15/20 Price Changed $79,900 -11.1% $65 / Sq Ft
07/30/2020 07/30/20 For Sale $89,900 -- $74 / Sq Ft
Source: Southwest Iowa Association of Realtors®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $1,506 $98,700 $11,600 $87,100
2024 $1,506 $90,500 $10,100 $80,400
2023 $1,484 $90,500 $10,100 $80,400
2022 $1,402 $72,400 $8,400 $64,000
2021 $2,040 $72,400 $8,400 $64,000
2020 $1,260 $63,000 $5,094 $57,906
2019 $1,262 $63,000 $5,094 $57,906
2018 $1,224 $63,000 $5,094 $57,906
2017 $1,288 $63,000 $5,094 $57,906
2015 $1,276 $63,000 $5,094 $57,906
2014 -- $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Shane Baker

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Shane Baker

    Evolve Realty

    (712) 310-7475

    42 Total Sales

    Shane Baker
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  • Jeremy Harper

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Jeremy Harper

    Evolve Realty

    (402) 595-8841

    178 Total Sales

    Jeremy Harper
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  • Angela Fritz

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Angela Fritz

    BHHS Ambassador - CB

    (402) 490-2088

    89 Total Sales

    Angela Fritz
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    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Shelly Jager

    Key Real Estate

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Map

Source: Southwest Iowa Association of Realtors®

MLS Number: 20-1552

Southwest Iowa Association of Realtors®

APN: 7739-16-128-005

Iowa Pottawattamie County Avoca 51521

161 S Walnut St, Avoca, IA

Not Listed for Sale

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