1242 Sheldon St, Waterloo, IA 50701
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OFF MARKET

$183,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,116 sqft

1242 Sheldon St, Waterloo, IA 50701

Alabar Hills
Est. Refi. Payment $1,271/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold May 18, 2017 for $99,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$183K
Since last month
Decreased$100 (-0.1%)
Since last year
Increased$5K (+2.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$84K (+84.5%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +64% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$184K
August 2026$184K
July 2026$187K
June 2026$188K
May 2026$186K
April 2026$182K
March 2026$180K
February 2026$175K
January 2026$172K
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2024
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2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1269 Scott Ave, Waterloo, IA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$140,000
12/22/25
3
1
1,466
1217 Scott Ave, Waterloo, IA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$147,000
09/25/25
3
2
1,289
1742 Sager Ave, Waterloo, IA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$195,000
02/16/26
3
1
1,114
1715 Seneca Ave, Waterloo, IA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$90,000
05/15/26
2
1
768
1236 Sheerer Ave, Waterloo, IA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$180,000
06/05/26
2
1
864
1101 Littlefield Rd, Waterloo, IA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$85,000
01/27/26
2
1
768
1240 Eleanor Dr, Waterloo, IA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$123,600
10/15/25
3
1
912
1225 Scott Ave, Waterloo, IA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$164,000
08/25/26
2
1
912
1111 Scott Ave, Waterloo, IA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$148,000
12/01/25
3
1
1,567
1248 Westland Ave, Waterloo, IA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$129,501
03/09/26
4
2
1,862

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1248 Sheerer Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701
0.06
$167,200
3
1
1,266
Off Market
1231 Sheerer Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701
0.05
$175,500
2
1
1,368
Off Market
1236 Sheerer Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701
0.07
$180,000
2
1
864
Recently Sold
1287 Scott Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701
0.09
$172,600
2
2
1,166
Off Market
1269 Scott Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701
0.09
$140,000
3
1
1,466
Recently Sold
1818 Downing Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701
0.08
$137,200
2
1
1,218
Off Market
1810 Downing Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701
0.08
$180,100
3
2
1,218
Off Market
1255 Scott Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701
0.10
$168,000
3
2
1,612
Recently Sold
1268 Scott Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701
0.12
$171,400
2
1
1,368
Off Market
1286 Scott Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701
0.13
$230,000
4
2
1,804
Recently Sold
1807-1809 Downing Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701
0.11
$162,400
Studio
-
1,640
Off Market
1290 Scott Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701
0.13
$236,000
3
1.5
1,865
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1955
1,116 sqft
$164/sqft
Garage

About this House

A fantastic offering! You will love this surprisingly spacious three bedroom ranch style home! Situated next to Fred Becker Elementary School, this charming home offers hardwood floors throughout. Entering into the main floor living room you'll enjoy this warm and inviting space featuring a large picture window. The kitchen opens to a large dining area with tile flooring and and ample cabinetry throughout. Entertaining is a breeze as this home has plenty of space in this over-sized dining area. Making your way throughout the rest of the home you have a spacious master bedroom along with two additional bedrooms and a full bathroom. Other amenities include an expansive fenced-in backyard, extended driveway, and a detached two stall garage. Dont miss out on this great offer! Schedule your showing today!
1242 Sheldon St, Waterloo, IA 50701 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,116 sqft single-family home in Alabar Hills, built in 1955. It last sold for $99,500 on May 18, 2017. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $183,000, with a rent estimate of $1,506/month.

Home Details for 1242 Sheldon St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Linoleum Vinyl

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: VinylFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1955
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8276 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 18, 2017
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20170585
Sold
$99,500
Mar 23, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$104,900
Price decreased by 5%
Feb 8, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$109,900
Jul 31, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$114,900
May 8, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$114,900

Market trends in Waterloo

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$188K
$6KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.0%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$122
$3MoM
Available listings
257
15MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

Alabar Hills
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What Locals Say about Alabar Hills

At least 3 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 80 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 75 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 57 % Say there's wildlife

  • 50 % Say car is needed

  • 47 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 43 % Say kids play outside

  • 40 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 40 % Say it's quiet

  • 33 % Say there are community events

  • 25 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 17 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 14 % Say streets are well-lit

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  • Kathy Cox White Dickerson
    "I moved to this neighborhood last summer and love it. I feel safe and secure,and neighbors are very nice."
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Frequently asked questions about 1242 Sheldon St

  • What is 1242 Sheldon St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1242 Sheldon St in Waterloo, IA is $183,000.
  • What is the price history for 1242 Sheldon St?
    1242 Sheldon St in Waterloo, IA last sold for $99,500 in May 2017.
  • Is Waterloo a buyer's or seller's market?
    Waterloo is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Waterloo?
    The median sale price in Waterloo is $188K. That is down $6K from the prior month.
  • Does 1242 Sheldon St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1242 Sheldon St in Waterloo, IA has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 1242 Sheldon St?
    The lot at 1242 Sheldon St in Waterloo, IA is about 0.19 acres (8,146 sq ft).

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