518 S Helen St, Sioux City, IA, 51106
About This Home
Solid investment opportunity on Sioux City’s east side. This well-maintained triplex at 518 S Helen features three individual units: a comfortable 2-bed upper, a practical 1-bed main-level unit, and an efficient studio in the rear. Each space has been updated, including modern flooring and general improvements that support reliable, low-maintenance ownership. Whether you’re adding to an established portfolio or stepping into multifamily ownership, this triplex provides a clean, updated, and income-ready option in a convenient location. Owner pays water, sewer, trash for all units and electric for unit 3
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Minimal Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subType: Multi Family
Interior
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
Features
- Finished area below ground: 792
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,584
- Total interior livable area: 1,584 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 894735152008
- Zoning: nc-4
- Zoning description: nc-4
Lot
- Lot size: 8,712 sqft
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Ice Storm
- Strong Wind
- Wildfire
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Iowa Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,046 | $12,552 |
| Home Insurance * | $163 | $1,956 |
| Property Taxes | $318 | $3,816 |
| Electricity | $121 | $1,452 |
| Total | $1,648 | $19,776 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Iowa FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-29 | Listed for sale | $207,000 |
| 2026-04-27 | Listing removed | $207,000 |
| 2026-02-17 | Price change | $207,000 |
| 2025-12-04 | Listed for sale | $210,000 |
| 2021-12-02 | Sold | $130,000 |
| 2021-04-21 | Sold | $90,000 |
| 2019-03-06 | Sold | $80,000 |
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