$178,500
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,770 sqft
1520 E Mitchell Ave, Waterloo, IA 50702
Est. Mortgage $1,280/mo*
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Single-Family Home
Built in 1953
$101/sqft
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About this House
What's unique:Finished lower levelOriginal hardwood floorsUpdated bathroomCozy living spaceCharming corner-lot homeFully fenced yard
Welcome to this charming corner-lot home featuring a fully fenced yard and a 2-stall garage! The main level boasts cozy living space with original hardwood floors, two comfortable bedrooms, an updated bathroom, and a functional kitchen complete with a dishwasher. Upstairs, you'll find a large third bedroom highlighted by two bright dormers that flood the space with natural light. The finished lower level offers a spacious family room perfect for entertaining or relaxation, with the flexibility to easily serve as a fourth bedroom. Conveniently located just blocks from Kittrell Elementary, shopping, and medical facilities. Schedule your private tour today!
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Elke M Gerdes, (319) 240-3034
Structure Real Estate
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#20264780

Also Listed on Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID.
Home Details for 1520 E Mitchell Ave
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Interior Details Basement: Partially FinishedNumber of Rooms: 3 |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1770 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: DishwasherDishwasherLaundry: Lower Level |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace: NoneNo Fireplace |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: Shingle Asphalt |
Parking & Garage Number of Carport Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached Garage |
Frontage Road Surface Type: Concrete |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Finished Area Finished Area (below surface): 600 Square Feet |
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Cumulative Days on Market: 2Days on Market: <1 day on Trulia |
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Year Built Year Built: 1953 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence |
Building Construction Materials: Aluminum SidingNo Additional Parcels |
Property Information Parcel Number: 891336303022 |
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Price List Price: $178,500Price Per Sqft: $101 |
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MLS Status: ACTIVE |
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Direction & Address City: Waterloo |
School Information Elementary School: Kittrell ElementaryJr High / Middle School: Hoover IntermediateHigh School: West High - Waterloo |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: 20264780 |
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HOA Fee: No HOA Fee |
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Lot Area: 7405.2 sqft |
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Special Conditions: Standard |
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BasementMls Number: 20264780 |
Around this home
What Locals Say about Liberty Park
At least 27 Trulia users voted on each feature.
90 % Say car is needed
81 % Say parking is easy
79 % Say yards are well-kept
74 % Say it's dog friendly
63 % Say kids play outside
61 % Say there's holiday spirit
58 % Say there are sidewalks
53 % Say it's quiet
50 % Say streets are well-lit
48 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
40 % Say people would walk alone at night
38 % Say neighbors are friendly
37 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
35 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
31 % Say there's wildlife
13 % Say there are community events
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
Market trends in Waterloo
Last updated August 2026
Avg. sale price
$188K
$6KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.0%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$122
$3MoM
Available listings
257
15MoM
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$171KSince last month
Decreased$13K (-7.3%)Since last year
Decreased$13K (-7.1%)Since last sale
Increased$1K (+0.7%)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 +60% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| October 2026 | $171K |
| September 2026 | $185K |
| August 2026 | $185K |
| July 2026 | $185K |
| June 2026 | $187K |
| May 2026 | $186K |
| April 2026 | $183K |
| March 2026 | $180K |
| February 2026 | $177K |
| January 2026 | $176K |
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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 |
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0.16 | Single-Family Home | $155,000 | 08/03/26 | 3 | 1 | 988 | |
0.14 | Single-Family Home | $185,000 | 11/13/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,595 | |
0.13 | Single-Family Home | $164,422 | 04/22/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,536 | |
0.30 | Single-Family Home | $159,900 | 04/30/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,742 | |
0.23 | Single-Family Home | $211,000 | 06/12/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,882 | |
0.11 | Single-Family Home | $182,000 | 05/22/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,392 | |
0.28 | Single-Family Home | $115,000 | 10/03/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,577 | |
0.34 | Single-Family Home | $184,000 | 05/29/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,460 | |
0.09 | Single-Family Home | $165,000 | 08/14/26 | 2 | 2 | 1,510 | |
0.10 | Single-Family Home | $155,000 | 12/16/25 | 2 | 1 | 768 |
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 |
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0.01 | $85,500 | 2 | 1 | 800 | Off Market | |
0.02 | $81,900 | 2 | 1 | 552 | Off Market | |
0.03 | $121,900 | 3 | 1 | 972 | Off Market | |
0.03 | $200,700 | 3 | 2 | 2,032 | Off Market | |
0.03 | $137,300 | 2 | 1 | 856 | Off Market | |
0.03 | $141,800 | 3 | 1 | 950 | Off Market | |
0.03 | $111,700 | 3 | 1 | 972 | Off Market | |
0.03 | $128,400 | 3 | 1 | 1,325 | Off Market | |
0.03 | $115,000 | 2 | 1 | 672 | Recently Sold | |
0.03 | $145,600 | 2 | 1 | 982 | Off Market | |
0.03 | $129,400 | 3 | 1 | 875 | Off Market | |
0.04 | $124,800 | 3 | 1 | 972 | Off Market | |
0.04 | $183,700 | 4 | 2 | 1,533 | Off Market | |
0.04 | $158,300 | 3 | 1 | 1,248 | Off Market | |
0.04 | $118,400 | 3 | 1 | 804 | Off Market | |
0.04 | $127,500 | 3 | 2 | 875 | Off Market | |
0.04 | $151,300 | 2 | 1 | 972 | Off Market | |
0.04 | $174,500 | 3 | 2 | 1,498 | Off Market | |
0.05 | $105,400 | 2 | 1 | 889 | Off Market | |
0.05 | $124,400 | 2 | 1 | 972 | Off Market |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Oct 2, 2026 Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20264780 | Listed For Sale | $178,500 |
Mar 30, 2025 Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20250057 | ListingRemoved | $179,950 |
Feb 17, 2025 Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20250057 | Pending | $179,950 |
Jan 4, 2025 Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20250057 | Listed For Sale | $179,950 |
Oct 13, 2023 Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20233622 | Sold | $169,900 |
Sep 2, 2023 Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20233622 | Pending | $169,900 |
Aug 25, 2023 Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20233622 | Listed For Sale | $169,900 |
Jun 28, 2021 Source: N/A | Sold | $145,000 |
May 19, 2021 Source: N/A | Pending | $145,000 |
May 16, 2021 Source: N/A | Listed For Sale | $145,000 |
Jul 16, 2020 Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20202785 | Sold | $135,000 |
Jun 13, 2020 Source: Agent Provided | Pending | $136,000 |
Jun 9, 2020 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $136,000 |
Jun 3, 2016 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $114,900 |
May 4, 2016 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $114,900 |
Nov 9, 2011 Source: N/A | Sold | $99,500 |
Jul 31, 2011 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $104,900 |
May 29, 2011 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $109,900 |
May 27, 2011 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $109,900 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $2,928 | $145,330 |
Home facts updated by county records
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Frequently asked questions about 1520 E Mitchell Ave
- What is the estimated monthly payment for 1520 E Mitchell Ave?Based on a $178,500 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 1520 E Mitchell Ave in Waterloo, IA is approximately $1,292 (about $1,010 principal & interest, $207 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
- How does the list price for 1520 E Mitchell Ave compare to homes in Waterloo?1520 E Mitchell Ave in Waterloo, IA is listed at $178,500, about 5% below the $188K median sale price in Waterloo.
- What do residents say about the Liberty Park neighborhood?Residents describe the Liberty Park neighborhood in Waterloo, IA as easy to park in, well-kept, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Liberty Park, Waterloo.
- What are the closest schools to 1520 E Mitchell Ave?The closest schools to 1520 E Mitchell Ave in Waterloo, IA are Hoover Middle School (rated 6/10), Lowell Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 5/10), West High School (rated 3/10).
- Does 1520 E Mitchell Ave have air conditioning?Yes, 1520 E Mitchell Ave in Waterloo, IA has air conditioning.
- Does 1520 E Mitchell Ave have laundry facilities?Yes, 1520 E Mitchell Ave in Waterloo, IA has laundry facilities.
1520 E Mitchell Ave, Waterloo, IA 50702 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,770 sqft single-family home built in 1953. 1520 E Mitchell Ave is located in Liberty Park, Waterloo. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID on Oct 2, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 20264780.

