253 Union St, Dubuque, IA 52003
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OFF MARKET

$160,300

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,227 sqft

253 Union St, Dubuque, IA 52003

Est. Refi. Payment $1,061/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 25, 2023 for $135,900

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$160K
Since last month
Decreased$7K (-4.1%)
Since last year
Decreased$7K (-3.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$25K (+18.1%)
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 +128% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$161K
August 2026$160K
July 2026$167K
June 2026$172K
May 2026$171K
April 2026$167K
March 2026$165K
February 2026$161K
January 2026$160K
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2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
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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
277 Quince St, Dubuque, IA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$128,000
08/12/26
2
1
943
245 Pear St, Dubuque, IA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$175,000
07/29/26
3
2
968
309 Jones St, Dubuque, IA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$135,000
08/19/26
3
2
1,458
1020 Cleveland Ave, Dubuque, IA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$120,000
11/21/25
3
1
1,272
1380 Reeder St, Dubuque, IA
0.56
Single-Family Home
$162,000
09/19/25
3
1.5
1,064
172 Bryant St, Dubuque, IA
0.42
Single-Family Home
$117,000
11/03/25
3
1
1,400
705 W 3rd St, Dubuque, IA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$165,000
08/11/26
5
1.5
1,518
95 Valley St, Dubuque, IA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$181,000
08/10/26
2
1
1,044
615 S Grandview Ave, Dubuque, IA
0.54
Single-Family Home
$210,000
12/02/25
3
2
1,558
1021 Mount Loretta Ave, Dubuque, IA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$190,000
04/03/26
2
1
1,152

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
273 Union St, Dubuque, IA 52003
0.02
$195,900
2
1.5
1,130
Off Market
783 Rush St, Dubuque, IA 52003
0.05
$259,800
4
1.5
1,780
Off Market
774 Cleveland Ave, Dubuque, IA 52003
0.05
$206,000
4
2
1,440
Off Market
770 Rush St, Dubuque, IA 52003
0.08
$194,700
3
1.5
1,314
Off Market
811 Cleveland Ave, Dubuque, IA 52003
0.06
$229,400
3
1.5
1,444
Off Market
277 Quince St, Dubuque, IA 52003
0.05
$128,000
2
1
943
Recently Sold
395 Mountain Ln, Dubuque, IA 52003
0.11
$249,700
3
2
2,276
Off Market
879 Rush St #861, Dubuque, IA 52003
0.08
$452,200
4
3.5
2,416
Off Market
235 Valley St, Dubuque, IA 52003
0.12
$386,000
4
3
2,229
Recently Sold
249 Pear St, Dubuque, IA 52003
0.14
$168,300
2
1.5
808
Off Market
867 Oak St, Dubuque, IA 52003
0.14
$216,900
2
1.5
1,324
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1870
1,227 sqft
$131/sqft

About this House

This home invites you right in with a screened in porch to be enjoyed morning and night. Beyond you will find a spacious living room, large kitchen to host gatherings and a main floor bedroom and full bath. Outside the patio is spacious for a cookout and cocktails or game of cornhole in the yard. All in all a very nice 3 bedroom, 2 full bath cozy home with plenty of basement storage. Don't miss all the potential of this home located near schools and minutes to all amenities.
253 Union St, Dubuque, IA 52003 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,227 sqft single-family home built in 1870. It last sold for $135,900 on Jul 25, 2023 (5% above the $130,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $160,300, with a rent estimate of $1,680/month.
Last check for updates: about 12 hours ago
Listed by Patricia Burgmeier Walz, (563) 599-1194
American Realty of Dubuque, Inc.
Bought with: Janice Esser, (563) 581-6073, Remax Advantage
Source: East Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#147403

Home Details for 253 Union St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Living Room, Other Room, Other Room 2
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1227 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Refrigerator, Range, Microwave, Washer, DryerDryerLaundry: Lower LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneNo Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Window Treatments
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Levels: One and One Half

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: Patio, ScreenedOther Structures: Shed(s)Foundation: Rock
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo Attached GarageParking: Off Site
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1227 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 4

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1870
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Aluminum, VinylNot a New ConstructionNot Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1025454012

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $130,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Jun 26 2023Possession Timing: Agreed, Immediate

Active Status

MLS Status: SOLD

Location

Direction & Address
City: DubuqueCommunity: LOT 2 OF SUB OF LOTS 2-105 & 187 UNION ADD
School Information
Elementary School: BryantJr High / Middle School: Washington Jr HighHigh School: Dubuque Senior

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5662.8 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Financing

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 147403Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1227Days In Mls: 4

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 25, 2023
Source: East Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #147403
Sold
$135,900
Jun 26, 2023
Source: East Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #147403
Contingent
$130,000
Jun 22, 2023
Source: East Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #147403
Listed For Sale
$130,000

Market trends in Dubuque

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$252K
$5.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.2%
0.5%MoM
Price per sq ft
$148
$3MoM
Available listings
185
10MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Dubuque

At least 277 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

  • 71 % 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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    "Friendly neighborhood, mix of older and younger families, easy walking areaz"
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  • Conniereiter1968
    "Friendly neighbors"
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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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  • Trulia User
    "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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Frequently asked questions about 253 Union St

  • What is 253 Union St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 253 Union St in Dubuque, IA is $160,300.
  • What is the price history for 253 Union St?
    253 Union St in Dubuque, IA last sold for $135,900 in July 2023.
  • Is Dubuque a buyer's or seller's market?
    Dubuque is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Dubuque?
    The median sale price in Dubuque is $252K. That is up $5.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 253 Union St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 253 Union St in Dubuque, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 253 Union St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 253 Union St in Dubuque, IA has in-unit laundry.

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