516 E 4th St Spencer, IA 51301
Estimated payment $857/month
Highlights
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Porch
- Spencer Middle School Rated 9+
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Eat-In Kitchen
About This Home
Bring Your Vision & Build Equity! Looking for a classic 2-story home with a solid foundation? This 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom house is the perfect project for those ready to roll up their sleeves. The home is a blank slate in need of new flooring and some creative TLC, offering a prime opportunity to customize every finish to your exact taste while building immediate sweat equity. The interior boasts charming original details, including a winding staircase and classic hardwoods, all set within an incredibly functional layout. With a partially finished basement and ample square footage, the possibilities for transformation are endless. Outside, the property features a backyard deck, a fully fenced yard, and a detached two-stall garage. If you’ve been searching for a solid home that rewards your efforts and creative touch, this is the one!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,080
Year Built
- Built in 1915
Lot Details
- 7,020 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 52 x 135
- Property is Fully Fenced
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Steel Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,700 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Woodwork
- Ceiling Fan
- Window Treatments
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Wood Flooring
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
- Porch
Utilities
- Boiler Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 963618202007
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $2,080 | $152,140 | $20,590 | $131,550 |
| 2024 | $2,080 | $140,100 | $14,410 | $125,690 |
| 2023 | $2,004 | $140,100 | $14,410 | $125,690 |
| 2022 | $1,796 | $116,110 | $14,410 | $101,700 |
| 2021 | $1,850 | $109,450 | $14,410 | $95,040 |
| 2020 | $1,850 | $106,860 | $12,870 | $93,990 |
| 2019 | $1,566 | $85,350 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,542 | $85,350 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,488 | $78,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,476 | $78,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,484 | $79,180 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $1,440 | $79,180 | $0 | $0 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/20/2026 03/20/26 | Price Changed | $129,000 | -3.7% | $76 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/28/2026 02/28/26 | Price Changed | $134,000 | -3.6% | $79 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/31/2026 01/31/26 | Price Changed | $139,000 | -4.1% | $82 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/26/2025 12/26/25 | Price Changed | $145,000 | -2.7% | $85 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/05/2025 11/05/25 | Price Changed | $149,000 | -6.3% | $88 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/03/2025 10/03/25 | For Sale | $159,000 | +45.9% | $94 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/15/2020 06/15/20 | Sold | $109,000 | -10.6% | $64 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/12/2020 04/12/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/14/2020 02/14/20 | For Sale | $121,900 | -- | $72 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $109,000 | None Available |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $107,025 | FHA |
Source: Iowa Great Lakes Board of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 251302
APN: 9636-18-202-007
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