520 E 3rd St
Spencer, IA 51301
2 Beds
1 Bath
968 sqft
$147,200
as of Jul 6, 2026
$147,200
as of Jul 6, 2026
2 Beds
1 Bath
968 sqft
Local Information
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Description
Welcome to this charming 2 bedroom, 1 bath bungalow home with a fenced in backyard. Perfect for those seeking a cozy and private retreat.
520 E 3rd St, Spencer, IA 51301 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 968 sqft single-family home built in 1881. It last sold for the $135,000 asking price on Sep 6, 2024. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $147,200, with a rent estimate of $1,038/month.
Home Highlights
Parking
1 Car Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago
Home Details for 520 E 3rd St
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Interior Details Basement: Unfinished,Block,PartialNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Bathroom |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 968 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Natural Gas ConnectedAppliances: Dryer, Microwave, Range/Stove, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water HeaterDryerLaundry: Main LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Gas & Electric Electric: Circuit Breakers |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Levels: One |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: DeckFencing: PartialOther Structures: Storage |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Attached |
Frontage Road Frontage: City StreetNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 968 Square Feet |
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Year Built Year Built: 1881 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow |
Building Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Stick BuiltNot a New ConstructionNot Attached Property |
Property Information Condition: Updated/RemodeledParcel Number: 963618204007 |
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Price List Price: $135,000 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Fri Sep 06 2024 |
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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: 1402 Square Feet |
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Lot Area: 9147.6 sqft |
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Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, Rural Development |
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BasementMls Number: 240864Attribution Contact: PRIM: 712-580-3948Above Grade Unfinished Area: 968 |
Last check for updates: 23 minutes ago
Listed by Shelly Lohman, (712) 580-3948
EXIT Realty Midwest- Spencer/Emmetsburg
Bought with: Shelly Lohman, (712) 260-8665, EXIT Realty Midwest- Spencer/Emmetsburg
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR, MLS#240864
Price History for 520 E 3rd St
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 09/06/2024 | $135,000 | Sold | Iowa Great Lakes BOR #240864 |
| 09/05/2024 | $135,000 | Pending | Iowa Great Lakes BOR #240864 |
Market trends in Spencer
Last updated May 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2024 |
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| Tax | $1,640 |
| Assessment | $116,550 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 520 E 3rd St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.29 | Single-Family Home | $128,000 | 09/19/25 | 2 | 1 | 976 | |
0.06 | Single-Family Home | $60,000 | 01/14/26 | 2 | 1 | 884 | |
0.27 | Single-Family Home | $122,500 | 11/24/25 | 2 | 1 | 796 | |
0.29 | Single-Family Home | $85,000 | 03/11/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,008 | |
0.46 | Single-Family Home | $144,500 | 08/29/25 | 2 | 1 | 960 | |
0.03 | Single-Family Home | $90,000 | 02/09/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,000 | |
0.29 | Single-Family Home | $120,000 | 12/31/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,041 | |
0.26 | Single-Family Home | $95,000 | 06/30/26 | 1 | 1 | 576 | |
0.51 | Single-Family Home | $130,000 | 12/30/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,444 | |
0.07 | Single-Family Home | $134,000 | 06/18/26 | 5 | 1.5 | 1,700 |
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Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 520 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
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 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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