1615 1st St E, Independence, IA 50644
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FOR SALE
7.13 ACRES

$475,000

Original price: $499,500
  • 2 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 2,406 sqft (on 7.13 acres)

1615 1st St E, Independence, IA 50644

Est. Mortgage $3,155/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1948
7.13 acre lot
$197/sqft
2 Car Garage

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Rare opportunity to own a beautifully maintained brick ranch on 7.13 acres right on the edge of town—within city limits yet offering the peace, privacy, and natural beauty of country living. Approximately 4.3 acres are enrolled in Forest Reserve, creating a scenic backdrop of mature timber and open green space to enjoy year-round. Inside, the home offers a spacious, thoughtfully designed layout filled with natural light. The bright kitchen provides abundant cabinet space and flows into a dining area and charming sitting nook wrapped in windows that showcase picturesque views of the yard and timber. Beautiful hardwood floors extend through much of the main level. The inviting living room features a fireplace with electric insert, while French doors open to an expansive family room surrounded in warm wood tones, anchored by a cozy gas fireplace and a wall of windows for amazing views—an ideal space for gatherings or quiet relaxation. You’ll also find two comfortable bedrooms, each with built-in storage, a bath with a large shower plus a convenient half bath off the kitchen for everyday ease. The main floor laundry room/office could easily be converted to a 3rd bedroom if needed. The partial basement with exterior access is unfinished, yet mechanical systems are conveniently housed in a closet in the attached garage. Outdoors, this property truly shines. Enjoy mature landscaping, a welcoming circle drive, and both front and back patios perfect for entertaining or simply soaking in the peaceful surroundings. In addition to the attached garage, there are two storage sheds and a detached garage that is insulated, has a concrete floor and loft space—ideal for hobbies, vehicles or extra storage. If you’ve been dreaming of space to spread out without leaving town, this exceptional property delivers the best of both worlds. Unique opportunities like this don’t come along often, making it a truly special place to call home.
Last check for updates: about 20 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Curtis G Martin, (563) 920-8212
RE/MAX Independence Realty
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#20261060
Also Listed on Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID.

Home Details for 1615 1st St E

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Block,Exterior Entry,Radon Mitigation SystemNumber of Rooms: 3
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2406 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Disposal, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Water Softener RentedDisposalDryerLaundry: 1st Floor,Laundry RoomRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Multiple, Electric, Gas, In Family Room Up, Living RoomHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Skylight(s)Door: French DoorsFlooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: PatioVegetation: TimberOther Structures: Storage
Parking & Garage
Number of Carport Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached Garage,Detached Garage,Garage Door Opener,Heated Garage,Circular Driveway
Frontage
Road Surface Type: Black Top, Hard Surface Road
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 181Days on Market: 180+

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1948
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Acres
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, Steel SidingNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1003276002

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $475,000Price Per Sqft: $197

Active Status

MLS Status: ACTIVE

Location

Direction & Address
City: Independence
School Information
Elementary School: IndependenceJr High / Middle School: IndependenceHigh School: Independence

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 20261060

HOA

HOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7.13 Acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 20261060Attribution Contact: 563-920-8212

Around this home

What Locals Say about Independence

At least 8 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say parking is easy

  • 100 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 100 % Say kids play outside

  • 100 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 75 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 73 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 71 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 64 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 62 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 60 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 60 % Say car is needed

  • 57 % Say there's wildlife

  • 55 % Say it's quiet

  • 45 % Say there are community events

  • 42 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 40 % Say streets are well-lit

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Hannahloan
    "Has great access. It can take a while when traffic heavy but even when it's heavy it's not a lot of traffic. "
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  • Newportfox14
    "People are friendly and plenty of neighborhood kids for our kids to play with. Great school district "
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  • jane p.
    "House is over priced. It will not appraise for asking price."
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Market trends in Independence

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
28
4MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$452K
Since last month
Decreased$21K (-4.6%)
Since last year
Decreased$900 (-0.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$346K (+368.1%)
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 +40% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$440K
August 2026$461K
July 2026$486K
June 2026$507K
May 2026$555K
April 2026$557K
March 2026$597K
February 2026$420K
January 2026$425K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
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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
314 15th Ave NE, Independence, IA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$150,000
09/09/26
3
2
1,852
1117 3rd St NE, Independence, IA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$174,000
03/19/26
2
1.5
1,392
306 16th Ave NE, Independence, IA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$240,000
07/17/26
3
2
1,930
201 12th Ave NE, Independence, IA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$214,065
05/13/26
3
1.5
1,764
111 Terrace Dr, Independence, IA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$265,000
10/30/25
3
1.5
1,488
1113 4th St NE, Independence, IA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$198,000
01/30/26
3
2
1,686
2113 220th St, Independence, IA
0.60
Single-Family Home
$375,000
12/01/25
3
2
1,796
1210 4th St NE, Independence, IA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$237,400
09/04/26
2
2
1,382
1121 4th St NE, Independence, IA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$285,900
03/13/26
3
3
2,472
1200 5th St NE, Independence, IA
0.46
Single-Family Home
$224,500
08/21/26
3
2
1,605

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
124 14th Ave SE, Independence, IA 50644
0.16
$245,000
5
2
1,945
For Sale
108 14th Ave NE, Independence, IA 50644
0.19
$159,000
2
2
1,115
Off Market
132 SE Terrace Dr, Independence, IA 50644
0.23
$258,300
4
2.5
2,146
Off Market
104 Terrace Dr SE, Independence, IA 50644
0.25
$202,800
3
1.5
1,864
Off Market
129 Terrace Dr, Independence, IA 50644
0.27
$215,800
3
2
1,825
Off Market
306 16th Ave NE, Independence, IA 50644
0.27
$240,000
3
2
1,930
Recently Sold
111 Terrace Dr, Independence, IA 50644
0.28
$270,300
3
1.5
1,488
Off Market
208 12th Ave NE, Independence, IA 50644
0.29
$166,500
3
1.5
1,176
Off Market
111 12th Ave NE, Independence, IA 50644
0.29
$214,200
4
3
2,176
Off Market
1622 3rd St NE, Independence, IA 50644
0.28
$196,000
2
2
1,340
Recently Sold
201 12th Ave NE, Independence, IA 50644
0.29
$214,065
3
1.5
1,764
Recently Sold

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 11, 2026
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20261060
PriceChange
$475,000
Price decreased by 5%
Aug 18, 2026
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20261060
PriceChange
$499,500
Price decreased by 5%
Jul 7, 2026
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20261060
PriceChange
$525,000
Price decreased by 5%
Jun 3, 2026
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20261060
PriceChange
$550,000
Price decreased by 8%
Apr 10, 2026
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20261060
PriceChange
$599,900
Price decreased by 4%

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Curtis G Martin, RE/MAX Independence Realty
Agent Phone: (563) 920-8212
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Frequently asked questions about 1615 1st St E

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 1615 1st St E?
    Based on a $475,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 1615 1st St E in Independence, IA is approximately $3,199 (about $2,598 principal & interest, $526 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • What do residents say about Independence?
    Residents describe Independence, IA as easy to park in, dog-friendly, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Independence, IA.
  • What are the closest schools to 1615 1st St E?
    The closest schools to 1615 1st St E in Independence, IA are East Elementary School, Independence Junior Senior High School (Middle, rated 3/10), West Elementary School (rated 6/10).
  • What is 1615 1st St E estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1615 1st St E in Independence, IA is $452,200.
  • Does 1615 1st St E have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1615 1st St E in Independence, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 1615 1st St E have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1615 1st St E in Independence, IA has in-unit laundry.
1615 1st St E, Independence, IA 50644 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,406 sqft single-family home built in 1948. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID on Mar 18, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 20261060.