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915 Evergreen Ave, Waterloo, IA, 50701

1beds
1baths
464sqft
$69,500
$150price/sqft
$639/moest. monthly cost
$25,560/yrincome needed

About This Home

Whether you are a first-time homebuyer, a savvy investor, or looking to downsize without sacrificing charm, this "little gem" is the perfect find. This cozy one-bedroom, one-bathroom cottage sits on a spacious corner lot, offering endless potential for outdoor entertaining, future expansion, or the garden of your dreams. Inside, the home feels bright and welcoming, featuring an updated kitchen and a comfortable living area styled with neutral tones. Practicality meets peace of mind with a dedicated laundry and utility room, alongside a massive list of updates completed within the last five years—including the electrical, plumbing, furnace, water heater, windows, flooring, exterior door, and the roof. Conveniently located between University Ave and Highway 218, this home offers an effortless commute while providing a move-in-ready retreat. Don’t miss your chance to own a updated home that balances modern reliability with timeless cottage appeal.

Getting Around

61
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
26
TransitSome Transit
50
BikeBikeable

Schools

5/10
1/10
Central Middle SchoolGrades 6-81.3 mi
2/10
East High SchoolGrades 9-122.3 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1946

Materials

  • Roof: Shingle,Asphalt
  • Construction materials: Stucco

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Laundry features: Laundry Room

Basement

  • Basement: None

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

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

Features

  • Fireplace features: None
  • Finished area below ground: 0

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Window Unit(s)

Interior Area

  • Total interior livable area: 464 sqft

Other

  • Level: Upper

Other

  • Level: Main

Other

  • Level: Lower

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 891322356010
  • Zoning: R-2
  • Special condition: Standard

Lot

  • Lot size: 6,534 sqft
  • Features: Corner Lot
  • Lot size dimensions: 133x49

Parking

  • Parking features: None

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 WeatherRelatively High
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Winter Weather
Hail
Strong Wind
Tornado

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Iowa Counties

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 $351$4,212
Home Insurance *$62$744
Property Taxes $105$1,260
Electricity $121$1,452
Total$639$7,668
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$21,908/yr
40% on housing$19,170/yr
45% on housing$17,040/yr

Iowa FAIR Plan Programs

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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: 13.2%
13.2%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 1.9%
1.9%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -1.2%
-1.2%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$150This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 50701$136
Black Hawk County$138

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 50701$122
Black Hawk County$123

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)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-21Price change$74,900
2026-03-26Listed for sale$78,500
2012-08-26Sold$26,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentElke M Gerdes
BrokerageStructure Real Estate

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