129 Main St, Dubuque, IA 52001
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Small side room by entryway
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  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,300 sqft

129 Main St, Dubuque, IA 52001

Home Highlights

Apartment
1,300 sqft

Local Information

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About this House

Large 1 bedroom with 7 room apartment on 2nd fl. over a storefront in a quiet building on historical Main St. There are plenty of restaurants, entertainment and shopping within walking distance. The building was built in 1852 with 15 ft. ceilings and 3 atriums for natural light throughout the apartment. From the front room the view is beautiful overlooking the Ice Harbor and river and all 3 states. It also has a side room that was called a courting parlor. The other rooms all have ceiling fans and valances over each door that are original for better air circulation. The wood work is original .It has an large up to date kitchen and dining room. There are 3 other small rooms in the middle of the apartment with closets in . This apartment is a 1 bedroom as the only escape windows are located in the front room and courting parlor. The bathroom has a tub with shower. All utilities are separate with your own furnace central air and water heater. There is a washer/dryer in the kitchen pantry closet. Garbage is located in the back of the building with a trash can for everyone in the building. Recycling is encouraged. A parking pass is available from the city for side streets at $55. for 3 months. Tenant pays all utilities, no smoking, vaping, Section 8, or pets. Average utilities are electric $81. gas $40 and water $30. The internet is your choice. Thanks for checking us out. We require a 24 hour notice to the current tenant for a showing. Thanks for understanding.

Tenant pays all utilities, no smoking anything,no vaping, no pets, no parking, no section 8. Smoking and pet rules are enforced eviction in 72 hours if smoking.
129 Main St, Dubuque, IA 52001 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,300 sqft apartment. More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2026 with an asking price of $875 per month. That rental listing was removed on September 1, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $840/month.

Home Details for 129 Main St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralAir ConditioningCooling System: Air Conditioner, Central AirHeating Fuel: Central
Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: Oct 1st

Comparable Sales for 129 Main St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2565 Central Ave, Dubuque, IA
1.74
Apartment
$300,000
04/21/26
1
1
-
2660 Raven Oaks Dr, Dubuque, IA
3.15
Apartment
$5,300,000
05/01/26
2
1
878 sqft
1688 Radford Rd, Dubuque, IA
4.25
Apartment
$14,305,500
03/18/26
-
6,750 sqft
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Rental Market Trends in Dubuque

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$840/mo
Average rent
$1.05K
$45MoM
Available listings
164
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What Locals Say about Dubuque

At least 277 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say car is needed

  • 86 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 80 % Say parking is easy

  • 72 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 71 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 67 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 66 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 65 % Say kids play outside

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say there's wildlife

  • 50 % Say it's quiet

  • 45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 43 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 37 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 25 % Say there are community events

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    "Friendly neighborhood, mix of older and younger families, easy walking areaz"
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  • Conniereiter1968
    "Friendly neighbors"
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  • Trulia User
    "This is a historic are of the city so think narrow streets and smaller homes. So close neighbors and not much for yard size."
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  • Trulia User
    "Most dogs here are well behaved. It is a great neighborhood for walking dogs. People usually clean up after their dogs. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s near the historic Fenlon Elevator. Overall an historic area in Dubuque but most homes are very close together. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Several dogs will be unleashed, friendly but running around. Had a good dog but didn’t like being approached by other loose dogs"
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  • Kelly H.
    "commute can have heavy traffic at or around 4:30-5:30 pm daily there are several bus stops in the neighborhood"
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  • Andrew P.
    "Good family community with mostly good neighborhoods. Crime is a problem everywhere however i have always felt safe in all areas of Dubuque."
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  • Lindsey W.
    "The neighborhood is friendly and walkable for pets but the hearts are small and this is something that I find a big problem, it’s why I haven’t gotten a dog. I need to wait until I move somewhere with a larger yard."
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  • Stayci P.
    "Peaceful, Quiet and No Drama! Everybody minds their own business. ......................................."
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  • Lindsey W.
    "Nice neighborhood, very walkable, quiet. However, small yards and as a young couple it’s almost too quiet."
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  • John
    "Everyone in my neighborhood is awesome! We go for walks all the time and people will stop and chat with you if they're out and about in their yard, it's been easy to get to know a lot of our neighbors. A really great community to be a part of."
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  • Kelly H.
    "public transportation is easily accessible parks within walking distance safe neighborhood relatively crime free"
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  • Trulia User
    "off street parking is ridiculous. some folks don't share space at all when they pull up with their car. Overall, nothing else."
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  • Lindsey W.
    "Yard size isn’t that great, especially if you have a larger dog like we do, but it’s a good neighborhood for taking a walk."
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  • JR S.
    "conservative conventions that make America Great Again. Cheering for the Dubuque Fighting Saints, the best hockey team ever!"
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  • JR S.
    "Christmas is the big event Dubuque puts on. It is a welcome change to most places that down play this time of year. The whole community takes part in this season. It is a welcome sign that this area will tolerate all people and religions."
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  • Ksmc38
    "Can get anywhere in Dubuque within 20 minutes . Within the city yet feels like rural living. ........"
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  • Raber.ed
    "Lots of good streets nearby for dog walking, including Grandview. The nearby Mines of Spain is a great park for hiking with dogs."
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  • Decker.sue59
    "neighbors are always ready to help. quietneighborhood. houses are kept up and not let go looking shabby. plow streets right away we hen it snows."
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  • Ryan G.
    "I have live in this area for the last decade, it’s a safe, nice neighbors and everyone keeps their houses well maintained. Everyone is kind, have great manners and are the kind of people that wave when you drive by."
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  • Vic L.
    "quiet, no crimes or activities known since the last 4 yrs I've lived here. Overall very much welcoming area."
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  • Jasmine N.
    "Great neighborhood quiet friendly neighbors safe w a good school in district ! Would recommend to families or single mothers w our w doubt "
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  • Brittney H.
    "We have summer jams, jazz in the park, farmers market. Food pantry's And believe it or not there are some friendly and helpful and kind and caring neighbors "
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  • Anonymous
    "There are families with children in the area. Sometimes there is mischief/ criminal activity that happens in this neighborhood. The city does not plow the alleyway in the winter!"
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  • Sara N.
    "Not much traffic, good sidewalks, safe, neighbors are good pet owners and respectful. Dogs are generally well behaved and not barky. "
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  • Robert F
    "Best overall city in Iowa. Safe. Clean. Fun. Exciting. Good transportation. Good schools. Good entertainment. Good restaurants. Good housing. Good city leadership. "
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  • Kathy O
    "Mostly everyone drives their own car to work. If you live in Dubuque, it shouldn't take you longer than 15 minutes to get anywhere. "
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  • Amanda D.
    "My area is down town where a lot of shops are but far enough away to feel private a little from the chaos!!"
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  • E.servicestn
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for 12 years. It is a nice area only ten Minutes from the west end and only five minutes from the center of downtown Dubuque."
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  • Mirajac17
    "There’s plenty of affordable places to live , people can be nice and welcoming but it depends on where you live "
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  • AP
    "there aren't any neighborhood events..I've lived here over 10 years.. never been a single event in that whole time."
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  • Lisa C.
    "My parents live 2 house away the a Park right across the street. Also a gas station right around the corner"
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  • Lrjohnson1115
    "It’s safe and everyone is friendly and we all look out for each other... It also helps that a police officer lives right across the street"
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 1, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$875
Aug 21, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$875
May 29, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$875
May 9, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$875
Price decreased by 3%
May 4, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$900

Frequently asked questions about 129 Main St

  • Is Dubuque a buyer's or seller's market?
    Dubuque is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Dubuque?
    The median sale price in Dubuque is $252K. That is up $5.33K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Dubuque?
    Residents describe Dubuque, IA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and easy to park in. See recently sold homes in Dubuque, IA.
  • What are the closest schools to 129 Main St?
    The closest schools to 129 Main St in Dubuque, IA are Dubuque Senior High School (rated 3/10), George Washington Middle School (rated 4/10), Prescott Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 2/10).
  • Does 129 Main St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 129 Main St in Dubuque, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 129 Main St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 129 Main St in Dubuque, IA has in-unit laundry.

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