$223,000
SOLD JUN 6, 2025

1735 Downing Ave Waterloo, IA 50701

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,816 Sq Ft
0.25 Acres

Recently Sold

$123 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • City View
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Deck
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Ceiling Fan

About This Home

As of June 2025

Here's a home you won't want to miss! This charming ranch offers more than meets the eye. Step inside to a lovely kitchen boasting ample cupboards and counter space, along with a dining area and a convenient breakfast bar. The spacious living room features a bright bay window and a patio door leading to the composite deck, where you can enjoy views of the backyard. From the deck, you can easily walk down to the yard. The main floor hosts two comfortable bedrooms, both equipped with double closets. The lower level expands the living space with a family room and an entertainment area that overlooks the patio and the fenced-in backyard. You'll also find the third bedroom, a full bathroom, a laundry room, and abundant storage space on this level. The property also includes an oversized, detached garage. Its location is ideal, situated across from Fred Becker Elementary and just down the road from Central Middle School the future site of the new high school. Recent updates include new paint, new carpet, and a new hot water heater. Don't wait to see this wonderful home! Call your favorite agent today to schedule a private showing.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tom Herzmann

Oakridge Real Estate License #S6216400 Listed on: 04/30/2025

Oakridge Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Luke Bartlett

Oakridge Real Estate License #S6323300

Oakridge Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,847

Year Built

  • Built in 1967

Lot Details

  • 0.25 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 82 x 135
  • Property is zoned R-2

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Concrete Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,816 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • City Views
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Sump Pump

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Fred Becker Elementary School
  • Central Middle School
  • West High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 891328176049

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,847

Year Built

Built in 1967

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Parcel Number: 891328176049
  • Year Built: 1967
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • PropertyType: Residential
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Lower Level
  • ResoLotFeatures: Landscaped, City View
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.25
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Co List Office Phone: 319-277-5005
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Reso Fireplace Features: None
  • Reso Interior Features: Ceiling Fan/Light
  • Reso Roof: Asphalt
  • TotalFinishedSquareFootage: 1816
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Disposal, MicroHood, Sump Pump, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Basement: Concrete, Entrance-Inside, Floor Drain, Finished, Walk-Out Access
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 664
  • BelowGradeArea: 1152

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Other Structures: Storage
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Covered

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: 2 Stall, Detached Garage, Oversized, Wired

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: N/A

Schools

  • Elementary School: Fred Becker Elementary
  • High School: West High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Central

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R-2
  • Lot Dimensions: 82 X 135
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 11070
  • Additional Parcels: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3847

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 30, 2025
Closed on
Jun 6, 2025
Sold by
Richardson Donald E
Bought by
Vorrath Robert and Vorrath Donna Sue
Seller's Agent
Tom Herzmann
Oakridge Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Luke Bartlett
Oakridge Real Estate
List Price
$225,000
Sold Price
$223,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,000
-0.89%
Views
34

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-32.11%
Original Mortgage
$198,000
Outstanding Balance
$198,000
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$9,182

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 4, 2022
Closed on
Feb 28, 2022
Sold by
Bute Jamie S
Bought by
Richardson Donald E
Seller's Agent
Sandy Stuber,ABR
RE/MAX Concepts - Cedar Falls
List Price
$188,750
Sold Price
$175,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$13,750
-7.28%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.69%
Original Mortgage
$163,000
Interest Rate
3.69%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $223,000 Title Services Corporation
Warranty Deed $175,000 Title Services Corporation
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $198,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $163,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $92,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $48,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $38,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $8,200 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/06/2025 06/06/25 Sold $223,000 -0.9% $123 / Sq Ft
05/03/2025 05/03/25 Pending -- -- --
04/30/2025 04/30/25 For Sale $225,000 +28.6% $124 / Sq Ft
02/28/2022 02/28/22 Sold $175,000 -7.3% $100 / Sq Ft
01/15/2022 01/15/22 Pending -- -- --
01/04/2022 01/04/22 For Sale $188,750 -- $108 / Sq Ft
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional Board 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
2024 $3,638 $192,460 $26,380 $166,080
2023 $3,128 $192,460 $26,380 $166,080
2022 $3,044 $151,320 $26,380 $124,940
2021 $3,140 $151,320 $26,380 $124,940
2020 $3,086 $147,270 $22,330 $124,940
2019 $3,086 $147,270 $22,330 $124,940
2018 $3,090 $147,270 $22,330 $124,940
2017 $3,042 $147,270 $22,330 $124,940
2016 $3,002 $141,020 $22,330 $118,690
2015 $3,002 $141,020 $22,330 $118,690
2014 $2,886 $133,560 $22,330 $111,230
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northeast Iowa Regional Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: NBR20251901

Northeast Iowa Regional Board of REALTORS®

APN: 8913-28-176-049