520 E 2nd St
Spencer, IA 51301
2 Beds
1 Bath
884 sqft
$60,000
Last Sold: Jan 14, 2026
14% below list $70K
$68/sqft
$60,000
Last Sold: Jan 14, 2026
14% below list $70K
$68/sqft
2 Beds
1 Bath
884 sqft
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Description
Opportunity Knocks! This classic bungalow offers a great starting point for your next investment or new home —whether you’re looking to start home ownership, flip or add a steady rental to your portfolio. Featuring potentially two bedrooms, one bath, an eat-in kitchen, and a formal dining room, the layout is simple and functional. Original woodwork trim adds character throughout, while an enclosed front porch extends the living space and provides a welcoming entry. The property also includes a one-car detached garage and is conveniently located near the high school, making it appealing for future tenants or buyers. With its manageable size and traditional charm, this home is ready for your vision and updates.
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 January 14, 2026
Home Highlights
Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$68/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago
Home Details for 520 E 2nd St
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Interior Details Basement: Finished-Partial,Block,FullNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bathroom 1, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Porch |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 884 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Natural Gas ConnectedAppliances: Cooktop, Refrigerator, Oven, Gas Water HeaterRefrigerator |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace: NoneNo Fireplace |
Gas & Electric Electric: Circuit Breakers |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Levels: One |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Patio, Porch |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1Parking: Concrete,Detached |
Frontage Road Frontage: SidewalksNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 884 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 200 Square Feet |
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Year Built Year Built: 1915 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow |
Building Construction Materials: Steel Siding, Stick BuiltNot Attached Property |
Property Information Parcel Number: 963618207016 |
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Price List Price: $70,000Price Per Sqft: $68/sqft |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Wed Jan 14 2026 |
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MLS Status: Closed |
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Direction & Address City: SpencerCommunity: IA |
School Information Elementary School District: SpencerJr High / Middle School District: SpencerHigh School District: Spencer |
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Building Area Building Area: 884 Square Feet |
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Lot Area: 9583.2 sqft |
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BasementMls Number: 251037Attribution Contact: PRIM: 712-260-5711Above Grade Unfinished Area: 884 |
Last check for updates: about 15 hours ago
Listed by Kelly Bierl, (712) 260-5711
Hometown Realty
Bought with: Bryan Sebastian, (712) 240-6613, Hinn Real Estate
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR, MLS#251037
Price History for 520 E 2nd St
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 01/14/2026 | $60,000 | Sold | Iowa Great Lakes BOR #251037 |
| 12/06/2025 | $70,000 | Pending | Iowa Great Lakes BOR #251037 |
| 11/25/2025 | $70,000 | PriceChange | Iowa Great Lakes BOR #251037 |
| 11/03/2025 | $80,000 | PriceChange | Iowa Great Lakes BOR #251037 |
| 10/08/2025 | $94,900 | PriceChange | Iowa Great Lakes BOR #251037 |
| 09/02/2025 | $99,900 | PriceChange | Iowa Great Lakes BOR #251037 |
| 08/12/2025 | $110,000 | Listed For Sale | Iowa Great Lakes BOR #251037 |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2017 |
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| Tax | $1,116 |
| Assessment | $58,970 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 520 E 2nd St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.35 | Single-Family Home | $85,000 | 03/11/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,008 | |
0.29 | Single-Family Home | $128,000 | 09/19/25 | 2 | 1 | 976 | |
0.23 | Single-Family Home | $134,001 | 06/27/25 | 2 | 1 | 821 | |
0.03 | Single-Family Home | $90,000 | 02/09/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,000 | |
0.30 | Single-Family Home | $122,500 | 11/24/25 | 2 | 1 | 796 | |
0.53 | Single-Family Home | $50,000 | 12/24/25 | 2 | 1 | 1,095 | |
0.07 | Single-Family Home | $80,000 | 08/21/25 | 1 | 1 | 683 | |
0.29 | Single-Family Home | $120,000 | 12/31/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,041 | |
0.51 | Single-Family Home | $144,500 | 08/29/25 | 2 | 1 | 960 |
Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 520 E 2nd St.
- Spencer High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 712 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
- 514 Students
9/10GreatSchools 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 Review7y ago - Fairview Park Elementary School
- 1-2
- Public
- 308 Students
NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating Average
No reviews available for this school. - Johnson Elementary School
- PK-K
- Public
- 229 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
- 467 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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520 E 2nd St, Spencer, IA 51301 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 884 sqft single-family home built in 1915. This property is not currently available for sale. 520 E 2nd St was last sold on Jan 14, 2026 for $60,000 (14% lower than the asking price of $70,000).