212 E 3rd St
Spencer, IA 51301
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,588 sqft (on 0.33 acres)
$230,000
Last Sold: Jan 23, 2026
6% below list $245K
$89/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,502/mo*
$230,000
Last Sold: Jan 23, 2026
6% below list $245K
$89/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,502/mo*
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,588 sqft
(on 0.33 acres)
Local Information
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- Schools1 Preschool School3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1950
Lot Size
0.33 acres
Living Area
2,588 sqft
Price/Sqft
$89/sqft
Parking
Garage
About this House
One of my FAVORITE HOMES & it will be your FAVORITE TOO! This AMAZING property encompasses a one-third acre lot! Spacious ALSO meets comfort: OVER 3,200 sq ft of HOME! 3-bedrooms (with lower level en-suite), 3-bathrooms; office, mud-room, toy-land, or sitting room off patio (whatever your HEART DESIRES); and bonus clean-slates rooms to make ALL your WANTS a reality (walk-out basement!) throughout. LOVE the Family Room to spread-out & GATHER! This paradise s the PERFECT blend of character & updates! NEW (yes, NEW): furnace / AC / ductwork, sewer-line in yard to the street, electric breaker panel, paint / flooring, egress window, kitchen appliances, and house roof; AND so much MORE. Price with quality (see these pictures) .. BE IMPRESSED and COME HOME! Storage & built-ins add excellence! Oversized 2 car garage & expansive driveway parking. Timeless character, thoughtful updates, and plenty of space inside and out, this home is truly move-in ready being close to the CITY’s AMMENITIES to boast!
212 E 3rd St, Spencer, IA 51301 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,588 sqft single-family home built in 1950. It last sold for $230,000 on Jan 23, 2026 (6% below the $245,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $235,000, with a rent estimate of $2,269/month.
Home Details for 212 E 3rd St
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Interior Details Basement: Egress Windows,Finished-Partial,Walk-Out Access,FullNumber of Rooms: 15Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Master Bathroom, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Storage, Utility Room |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (quarter): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 2588 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Cable ConnectedAppliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range/Stove, Refrigerator, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherLaundry: Washer/Dryer HkupsMicrowaveRefrigerator |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Fireplace & Spa Has a Fireplace |
Gas & Electric Electric: Circuit Breakers |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Levels: One |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Patio |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Concrete,Detached |
Frontage Not on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 1638 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 950 Square Feet |
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Year Built Year Built: 1950 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch |
Building Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Frame/WoodNot a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels |
Property Information Condition: Updated/RemodeledParcel Number: 963618133007 |
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Price List Price: $245,000Price Per Sqft: $89/sqft |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Fri Jan 23 2026 |
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MLS Status: Closed |
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Direction & Address City: SpencerCommunity: IA |
School Information Elementary School District: Clay Central EverlyJr High / Middle School District: Clay Central EverlyHigh School District: Clay Central Everly |
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Building Area Building Area: 3276 Square Feet |
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Lot Area: 0.33 acres |
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Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, DVA, FHA, Rural Development |
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BasementMls Number: 251427Attribution Contact: PRIM: (712) 209-0836Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1638 |
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Tammy Fredericksen, (712) 209-0836
EXIT Realty Midwest
Bought with: Lori Black, (712) 260-1372, EXIT Realty Midwest- Spencer/Emmetsburg
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR, MLS#251427
Price History for 212 E 3rd St
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 01/23/2026 | $230,000 | Sold | Iowa Great Lakes BOR #251427 |
| 01/22/2026 | $245,000 | Pending | Iowa Great Lakes BOR #251427 |
| 11/05/2025 | $245,000 | Listed For Sale | Iowa Great Lakes BOR #251427 |
| 05/23/2007 | $51,500 | Sold | N/A |
Market trends in Spencer
Last updated June 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $2,874 |
| Assessment | $198,250 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 212 E 3rd St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.11 | Single-Family Home | $177,500 | 03/31/26 | 4 | 1.5 | 2,362 | |
0.29 | Single-Family Home | $182,000 | 09/11/25 | 4 | 2 | 2,420 | |
0.24 | Single-Family Home | $134,000 | 06/18/26 | 5 | 1.5 | 1,700 | |
0.50 | Single-Family Home | $228,500 | 11/17/25 | 3 | 2 | 2,101 | |
0.41 | Single-Family Home | $148,000 | 09/29/25 | 4 | 2 | 1,389 | |
0.38 | Single-Family Home | $160,000 | 09/26/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,566 | |
0.60 | Single-Family Home | $209,000 | 08/11/25 | 5 | 2 | 2,264 | |
0.51 | Single-Family Home | $155,000 | 04/24/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,331 | |
0.49 | Single-Family Home | $150,000 | 09/15/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,781 |
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OFF MARKETNaatjes Group | Bluewater Brokers
OFF MARKETEXIT Realty Midwest- Spencer/Emmetsburg
Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 212 E 3rd St.
- Spencer High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 679 Students
7/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageA few of the teachers are good, the guidance counselors are great, but the administration is awful and does very little to help students who fall behind or are victims of bullying.Parent Review8y ago - Spencer Middle School
- 6-8
- Public
- 520 Students
7/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageHorrible!!!! Consider any other surrounding school before Spencer... PLEASE! This school system is a joke and is extremely pretentious. Several families I know of have removed their children from this school system this year with more doing the same next year. My child will no longer attend school here, either, as the support, educational excellence and moral compasses of the educators and administration is C level at best.Parent Review8y ago - Fairview Park Elementary School
- 1-2
- Public
- 230 Students
NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating Average
No reviews available for this school. - Johnson Elementary School
- PK-K
- Public
- 182 Students
NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageAll 3 of my children have gone or are still going to Johnson. Our oldest, now 8 and attending Fairview, began attending in kindergarten when they began the grade alike program. The program has been absolutely wonderful. The bullying happens less often. And when it does happen, it is taken care of immediately. The Child's Garden program at Johnson for preschool there is one of the best preschool programs I've seen yet. . The staff is knowledgeable and wonderful. They have made such an impression on my children and they all love going to school just to see their teachers! You couldn't ask for anything better!Parent Review11y ago - Lincoln Elementary School
- 3-5
- Public
- 415 Students
5/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageNo reviews available for this school. 
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What Locals Say about Spencer
At least 31 Trulia users voted on each feature.
88 % Say yards are well-kept
83 % Say car is needed
81 % Say it's quiet
78 % Say it's dog friendly
74 % Say there are sidewalks
74 % Say parking is easy
69 % Say kids play outside
68 % Say people would walk alone at night
65 % Say there's holiday spirit
62 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
60 % Say neighbors are friendly
49 % Say there's wildlife
48 % Say streets are well-lit
48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
42 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
31 % Say there are community events
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Frequently asked questions about 212 E 3rd St
- What is 212 E 3rd St estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 212 E 3rd St in Spencer, IA is $235,000.
- What is the price history for 212 E 3rd St?212 E 3rd St in Spencer, IA last sold for $230,000 in January 2026.
- Is Spencer a buyer's or seller's market?Spencer is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What do residents say about Spencer?Residents describe Spencer, IA as well-kept, quiet, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Spencer, IA.
- Does 212 E 3rd St have air conditioning?Yes, 212 E 3rd St in Spencer, IA has air conditioning.
- Does 212 E 3rd St have laundry facilities?Yes, 212 E 3rd St in Spencer, IA has laundry facilities.
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