136 Marian Ave, Council Bluffs, IA, 51503
About This Home
Charming and affordable, this well-maintained 1-story ranch in Council Bluffs offers the perfect opportunity for first-time buyers or investors. Featuring a functional 720 sq. ft. layout, the home includes two comfortable bedrooms and a full bathroom on the main floor. The property sits on a spacious 0.38-acre lot, providing plenty of room for outdoor activities or future expansion. A full, unfinished basement offers massive potential for extra storage or creative customization. Located in a convenient neighborhood, this home combines practical living with proximity to local schools and amenities.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
No Nearby Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Materials
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Laundry features: Washer Hookup,Dryer Hookup,In Basement
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Wood
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 720
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air,Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 720
- Total interior livable area: 720 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 7444 01 230 030
Features
- Levels: One
Lot
- Lot size: 0.38 Acres
- Lot size dimensions: 38 x 440
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
- Hail
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- 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 | $783 | $9,396 |
| Home Insurance * | $114 | $1,368 |
| Property Taxes | $236 | $2,832 |
| Electricity | $121 | $1,452 |
| Total | $1,254 | $15,048 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Iowa FAIR Plan Programs
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.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-06 | Price change | $144,900 |
| 2026-07-17 | Price change | $154,900 |
| 2026-06-11 | Listed for sale | $164,900 |
| 2025-05-09 | Listing removed | $1,200 |
| 2025-05-07 | Listed for rent | $1,200 |
| 2025-05-07 | Listing removed | $1,200 |
| 2025-05-05 | Price change | $1,200 |
| 2025-04-18 | Listed for rent | $1,150 |
| 2025-03-03 | Listing removed | $1,150 |
| 2025-02-13 | Listed for rent | $1,150 |
| 2024-06-25 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2024-06-14 | Price change | $1,150 |
| 2024-06-06 | Price change | $1,295 |
| 2024-05-30 | Listed for rent | $1,385 |
| 2022-05-24 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2022-05-06 | Listed for rent | $1,140 |
| 2022-03-08 | Sold | $112,000 |
| 2022-02-18 | Pending sale | $125,000 |
| 2022-02-14 | Price change | $125,000 |
| 2022-02-04 | Listed for sale | $129,900 |
| 2021-02-26 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2021-02-24 | Listed for sale | $22,500 |
| 2010-01-20 | Sold | $53,000 |
| 2009-10-03 | Listing removed | $54,900 |
| 2009-07-30 | Price change | $54,900 |
| 2009-06-20 | Listed for sale | $57,000 |
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