Seller's Agent in 2025
Karmen Schwake
Oakridge Real Estate
(319) 239-1281
2 in this area
100 Total Sales
542 Kern St Waterloo, IA 50703
Riverfront NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $69,000 - $96,000
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,052
Sq Ft
$74/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Ceiling Fan
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
About This Home
As of December 2025Opportunity Awaits! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home is perfect for someone ready to invest some sweat equity. With solid bones and a decent-sized lot, there’s great potential to renovate and make it your own. The property includes a detached garage and is a great option for investors or handy buyers looking for a project. Don’t miss the chance to build value and create the home you’ve been envisioning!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Oakridge Real Estate License #B3920000 Listed on: 08/04/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1899
Lot Details
- 6,500 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50x130
- Property is zoned R-2
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Asphalt Roof
- Aluminum Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,052 Sq Ft Home
- Ceiling Fan
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Free-Standing Range
- Laundry on lower level
- Unfinished Basement
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
Schools
- Lincoln Elementary Waterloo
- George Washington Carver Academy Middle School
- East High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 891314455018
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 4, 2025
Closed on
Dec 18, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Karmen Schwake
Oakridge Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Derick Rogers
Realty ONE Group Movement
List Price
$54,000
Sold Price
$35,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,000
-35.19%
Views
5549
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$42,847
Avg. Annual Appreciation
270.80%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 21, 2015
Closed on
Jul 14, 2015
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Rebecca Venenga
Fischels Residential Group
List Price
$24,900
Sold Price
$20,100
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,800
-19.28%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.43%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 10, 2014
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 11, 2006
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$10,000
Interest Rate
0.0647%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $23,500 | None Listed On Document | ||
| $35,000 | None Listed On Document | ||
| $20,100 | None Available | ||
| $37,461 | None Available | ||
| $44,500 | Title Services Corporation |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $10,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/18/2025 12/18/25 | Sold | $35,000 | -28.6% | $33 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/21/2025 11/21/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/07/2025 09/07/25 | Price Changed | $49,000 | -9.3% | $47 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/04/2025 08/04/25 | For Sale | $54,000 | +168.7% | $51 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/26/2015 06/26/15 | Sold | $20,100 | -19.3% | $19 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/16/2015 06/16/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/21/2015 04/21/15 | For Sale | $24,900 | -- | $24 / Sq Ft |
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional Board of REALTORS®
Tax History
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| 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 | $1,058 | $64,260 | $7,350 | $56,910 |
| 2024 | $974 | $48,730 | $7,350 | $41,380 |
| 2023 | $1,066 | $48,730 | $7,350 | $41,380 |
| 2022 | $1,038 | $48,570 | $7,350 | $41,220 |
| 2021 | $1,100 | $48,570 | $7,350 | $41,220 |
| 2020 | $1,082 | $48,570 | $7,350 | $41,220 |
| 2019 | $1,082 | $48,570 | $7,350 | $41,220 |
| 2018 | $1,082 | $48,570 | $7,350 | $41,220 |
| 2017 | $1,260 | $48,570 | $7,350 | $41,220 |
| 2016 | $1,246 | $54,910 | $7,350 | $47,560 |
| 2015 | $1,246 | $54,910 | $7,350 | $47,560 |
| 2014 | $1,122 | $48,570 | $7,350 | $41,220 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Karmen Schwake
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Derick Rogers
D
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Derick Rogers
Realty ONE Group Movement
(319) 504-2162
1 in this area
109 Total Sales
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Rebecca Venenga
R
Seller's Agent in 2015
Rebecca Venenga
Fischels Residential Group
(319) 234-5000
1 Total Sale
Map
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional Board of REALTORS®
MLS Number: NBR20253767
APN: 8913-14-455-018
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