510 E 5th St, Spencer, IA, 51301
About This Home
Simple & Sensible – This bungalow-style home offers an affordable opportunity with the peace of mind of several major updates already completed. The 704 sq. ft. layout includes one bedroom, one full bath, a bonus office, and a functional kitchen and living area. Recent improvements in 2025 include a new furnace, central air conditioning, water heater, and breaker box. Outside, you'll find a detached 2-car garage and additional storage shed. Property is being sold AS IS.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Very Limited Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Fixer
- Year built: 1910
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction materials: Block,Other,Wood Siding,Frame/Wood,Stick Built
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Range/Stove,Gas Water Heater
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Unfinished,Block,Full
Bathroom1
- Level: Main
Bedroom1
- Level: Main
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: Main
Features
- Main Floor Bedrooms
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 704
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,408
- Total interior livable area: 704 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living Room
- Level: Main
Office
- Level: Main
Porch
- Level: Main
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 963607458003
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio,Porch
Lot
- Lot size: 6,969 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 50 x 142
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete,Detached
- 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
- Inland Flooding
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Strong Wind
- Hail
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
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 | $303 | $3,636 |
| Home Insurance * | $65 | $780 |
| Property Taxes | $32 | $384 |
| Electricity | $121 | $1,452 |
| Total | $521 | $6,252 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Iowa FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-24 | Listed for sale | $60,000 |
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