1985 Simpson St, Dubuque, IA 52003
OFF MARKET

1985 Simpson St
Dubuque, IA 52003

  • 4 Beds
  • 4.5 Baths
  • 4,506 sqft (on 0.46 acres)

$743,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 4, 2026

$743,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 4, 2026
4 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,506 sqft
(on 0.46 acres)

Local Information

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Description

1985 Simpson St. Outstanding Location on the south end of Dubuque, Iowa. Close commute to downtown and the west end. Minutes to schools K-12 and colleges. Check out this magnificent brick two story on a beautiful lot. Impressive entry and open staircase. High end custom kitchen with beautiful cabinetry, crown molding, heated granite countertops. This is a kitchen that has to be seen! Awesome two story "Great Room" with stone fireplace and wet bar. Four bedrooms on the second floor with the primary featuring a spa bath, fireplace and attached sitting area. Main floor and second floor laundry. Abundant storage. The exterior has a deck with pergola, brick patio, and beautiful yard with perennials and mature trees. A city owned ally has access to the back that serves the three-car garage.
1985 Simpson St, Dubuque, IA 52003 is a 4 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 4,506 sqft single-family home built in 1850. It last sold for $695,000 on May 30, 2024 (2% above the $679,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $743,500, with a rent estimate of $2,856/month.

Home Highlights

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

Home Details for 1985 Simpson St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: PartialNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Other Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms (full): 4Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 4506 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Refrigerator, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Disposal, Washer, DryerDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Main Level,Upper LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Hot WaterHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Bedroom, Family RoomHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Window Treatments
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: Two

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: Patio, DeckFencing: InvisibleExterior: Playground, Fire PitFoundation: Concrete Perimeter, Rock
Parking & Garage
Other Parking: Electricity, Floor Drain, Heat, Service Entry, Water, Remote Garage Door OpenerNo CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Attached
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 3956 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1850
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, Metal, Stone, Cement BoardNot a New ConstructionNot Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1026378036

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $679,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Mar 28 2024Possession Timing: Agreed

Active Status

MLS Status: SOLD

Location

Direction & Address
City: DubuqueCommunity: See Recorders site
School Information
Elementary School: BryantJr High / Middle School: Washington Jr HighHigh School: Dubuque Senior

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.46 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Financing

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 149125Above Grade Unfinished Area: 3956
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listed by Peggy Nesler, (563) 580-4670
American Realty of Dubuque, Inc.
Bought with: Lisa Anderson, (563) 513-1600, American Realty of Dubuque, Inc.
Source: East Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#149125

Price History for 1985 Simpson St

DatePriceEventSource
05/30/2024$695,000Sold
East Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #149125
03/28/2024$679,000PendingEast Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #149125
08/02/2021$635,000Sold
East Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #142215
05/17/2021$650,000ContingentEast Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #142215
04/26/2021$650,000Listed For SaleEast Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #142215

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$10,110
Assessment$675,900
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1985 Simpson St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2155 Simpson St, Dubuque, IA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$380,000
01/12/26
3
3.5
2,884
2160 Simpson St, Dubuque, IA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$340,000
09/17/25
4
2
2,657
275 N Grandview Ave, Dubuque, IA
0.56
Single-Family Home
$500,000
06/30/26
4
3
3,402
743 Brookview Sq, Dubuque, IA
0.56
Single-Family Home
$429,500
03/02/26
3
3.5
3,452
296 N Grandview Ave, Dubuque, IA
0.59
Single-Family Home
$575,000
06/05/26
4
2.5
3,096
1985 Marion St, Dubuque, IA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$316,000
10/17/25
4
2.5
2,712
2375 Knob Hill Dr, Dubuque, IA
0.65
Single-Family Home
$270,000
10/10/25
4
3
3,952
835 Carriage Hill Dr, Dubuque, IA
0.78
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$424,629
07/10/25
4
4
4,488
135 Devon Dr, Dubuque, IA
0.66
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$315,000
08/15/25
4
3
3,079

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What Locals Say about Dubuque

At least 276 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

  • 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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    "It’s near the historic Fenlon Elevator. Overall an historic area in Dubuque but most homes are very close together. "
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    "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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    "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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