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905 5th Ave SW, Spencer, IA, 51301

2beds
2baths
1,251sqft
$237,500
$190price/sqft
$1,609/moest. monthly cost
$64,360/yrincome needed

About This Home

The perfect blend of modern design and effortless living in this completely updated duplex. This is not just a renovation; it is a total interior transformation with a brand new kitchen layout and all the extra's. This show-stopping kitchen with modern cabinetry, quartz countertops, large island, pot filler faucet over stove, designer coffee nook, cabinet lighting and also includes stainless steel appliances. Effortless living in this crisp, clean zero entry 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom move-in ready twin-home.

Getting Around

54
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
48
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

5/10
9/10
Spencer Middle SchoolGrades 6-82.0 mi
7/10
Spencer High SchoolGrades 9-121.3 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2016

Materials

  • Construction materials: Frame/Wood,Stick Built

Type & Style

  • Home type: MultiFamily
  • Architectural style: Other
  • Property subType: Duplex

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Exhaust Fan,Microwave,Range/Stove,Refrigerator,Electric Water Heater

Basement

  • Basement: Slab

Bathroom

  • Features: 3/4 Master,Main Floor Full Bath

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • 3/4 bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 1,251

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,251
  • Total interior livable area: 1,251 sqft

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: No Stairs External,No Stairs Internal

Details

  • Parcel number: 963713483002
  • Attached to another structure: Yes

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Patio & porch: Patio

Lot

  • Lot size: 4,791 sqft
  • Lot size dimensions: 38 x 124

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Concrete,Attached
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

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

  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherVery High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Winter Weather
Inland Flooding
Strong Wind
Tornado
Cold Wave
Hail
Ice Storm

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Iowa Counties

Flood
Severe Storm
Tornado

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,200$14,400
Home Insurance *$257$3,084
Property Taxes $31$372
Electricity $121$1,452
Total$1,609$19,308
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$55,165/yr
40% on housing$48,270/yr
45% on housing$42,906/yr

Iowa FAIR Plan Programs

Iowa FAIR Plan Association

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WildfireWildfire
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Current Policies
Residential: 1,021Commercial: 22
Total Premiums$1.14M
Total Exposure$85.68M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 10.9%
10.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 1.9%
1.9%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -1.9%
-1.9%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$190This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 51301$90
Clay County$98

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 51301$111
Clay County$122

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

DateEventPrice
2026-04-09Listed for sale$237,500
2026-04-01Listing removed$254,900
2026-02-14Price change$254,900
2025-11-04Listed for sale$269,900
2024-10-10Sold$55,000
2024-09-16Pending sale$79,900
2024-09-05Price change$79,900
2024-08-12Price change$99,900
2024-07-23Listed for sale$129,900
2016-11-17Sold$148,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentBob Bates
BrokerageBates Realty, LLC

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