1886 Carter Rd, Dubuque, IA 52001
OFF MARKET

1886 Carter Rd
Dubuque, IA 52001

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,080 sqft (on 0.27 acres)

$302,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 20, 2026

$302,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 20, 2026
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,080 sqft
(on 0.27 acres)

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Description

Welcome to 1886 Carter Road, a beautifully updated, single-story home in midtown Dubuque. This centrally located gem offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and endless interior upgrades. Additionally, it features a a single stall garage and additional parking pad. The recently finished basement is a standout feature of this home, offering a wide-open space that can be tailored to your needs – from a cozy family room to a home office or entertainment area. Highlights of the renovation include the fireplace, added bonus room currently used as an office, and the renovated bathroom. The kitchen features all new appliances and walk-in pantry for extra storage. Stepping outside you’ll see the fenced-in backyard perfect for relaxation, entertaining, or letting your four-legged best friends roam freely. Don't miss out on making this house your first or forever home!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from October 11, 2023

Home Highlights

Parking
1 Car Garage
Outdoor
Patio, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 1886 Carter Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2080 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: NoneLaundry: Lower Level
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Family Room DownHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Gas: Gas
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: No Window Treatments
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: One

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asp Composite ShnglPatio / Porch: Patio, DeckFencing: FencedFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Other Parking: Garage Feature: Electricity, Service EntryNo CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Attached - 1
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1380 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 2

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1966
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: SINGLE FAMILY - DETACHED
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, Brown SidingNot a New ConstructionNot Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1022376006

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $255,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat Sep 02 2023Possession Timing: Agreed

Active Status

MLS Status: SOLD

Location

Direction & Address
City: Dubuque
School Information
Elementary School: HooverJr High / Middle School: E. Roosevelt MiddleHigh School: Dubuque Senior

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2080 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Sidewalks

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.27 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 147913Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1380

Additional Information

Sidewalks
Last check for updates: about 17 hours ago
Listed by Lovell Group ., (563) 581-3113
@properties-elleven|CIRE
Bought with: Jamie Blake, Remax Advantage
Source: East Central Iowa AOR, MLS#147913

Price History for 1886 Carter Rd

DatePriceEventSource
10/10/2023$250,000Sold
East Central Iowa AOR #147913
10/05/2023$255,000PendingEast Central Iowa AOR #147913
09/05/2023$255,000ContingentEast Central Iowa AOR #147913
09/01/2023$255,000Listed For SaleEast Central Iowa AOR #147913
07/02/2020$189,000Sold
East Central Iowa AOR #139871
05/18/2020$200,000PendingAgent Provided
04/30/2020$200,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
02/07/2020$187,000Sold
N/A
07/11/2005$145,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Dubuque

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$235K
$3.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.0%
0.6%MoM
Price per sq ft
$136
$4MoM
Available listings
190
19MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,342
Assessment$267,700
Home facts updated by county records

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Estimated monthly rent$1,790/mo
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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3155 Saint Anne Dr, Dubuque, IA
0.10
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$250,000
07/29/25
3
2
1,826
3080 Saint Anne Dr, Dubuque, IA
0.06
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$255,000
10/27/25
3
2
1,799
1876 Carter Ct, Dubuque, IA
0.05
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$227,500
07/02/25
3
2
1,492
3190 Saint Anne Dr, Dubuque, IA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$255,000
06/27/25
3
2
1,768
3005 Saint Anne Dr, Dubuque, IA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$273,000
06/11/26
3
2
1,775
1820 Eden Ln, Dubuque, IA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$235,000
01/05/26
3
2
1,756
1846 Carter Rd, Dubuque, IA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$247,000
12/19/25
3
1.5
2,310
1870 Horizon Ct, Dubuque, IA
0.12
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$230,000
10/01/25
4
1.5
1,750
1791 Avalon Rd, Dubuque, IA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$250,000
07/07/25
3
2
1,936

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What Locals Say about Dubuque

At least 276 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % 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

  • 70 % 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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  • 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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    "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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  • Mirajac17
    "I can get to where I need to go easily , lots of choices to eat out at , lots of neighbors and kids "
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1886 Carter Rd, Dubuque, IA 52001 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,080 sqft single-family home built in 1966. This property is not currently available for sale. 1886 Carter Rd was last sold on Oct 10, 2023 for $250,000 (2% lower than the asking price of $255,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 1886 Carter Rd is $302,700.